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Buzz Beat is a Charlotte Hornets podcast hosted by Richie Randall, Brian Geisinger, Darian Thomas, Matt Alquiza, and James Plowright. The show provides in-depth analysis, covering Xs and Os, coaching strategies, and team trends.
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Free Agency 101
Jun 2600:09:21Tap to summarizeThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit buzzbeat.substack.comRichie invites Yossi Gozlan of the Third Apron to prepare Hornets fans for free agency, beginning June 30. The two highlight some of the salary cap minutiae, chat about Tre Mann’s free agency, and mention potential moves Charlotte can make this offseason.
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Prospect Roulette
Jun 15, 202500:20:58Tap to summarizeThis is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit buzzbeat.substack.comJames, Brian, Darian, and Matt use a random wheel to begin their discussion on prospects. When it landed on a specific number, the co-hosts were required to use their personal “Big Board” to talk about that player ranked at that position. The numbers generated for this exercise were 10, 12, 14, 20, 21, 25, 27, and 33.
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The Cooper Flagg Report
Apr 30, 202501:27:58Tap to summarizeBrian, James, and Darian break down Cooper Flagg’s game. There is much to highlight with the consensus first overall pick, but very little to nitpick. Listen to the crew's analysis and what he could bring to the Hornets if they land the top overall selection. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit buzzbeat.substack.com/subscribe
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Big Board Comparison
Apr 23, 202500:55:32Tap to summarizeMatt, Brian, Darian, and James reveal their top 7 prospects in the upcoming NBA Draft. They discuss the biggest discrepancies and what went into the evaluation process in creating their “Big Boards.” This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit buzzbeat.substack.com/subscribe
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Incoming Draft Picks
Apr 17, 202500:28:19Tap to summarizeRichie goes solo to briefly recap the Heat-Bulls game and explain why the results matter to Charlotte. He also details the incoming draft picks for Charlotte and how they will manage them moving forward. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit buzzbeat.substack.com/subscribe
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Exit Interview Fallout
Apr 16, 202500:53:58Tap to summarizeFollowing the Hornets’ end-of-season media availability, we react to the notable talking points from the day. We dissect quotes from Jeff Peterson, Charles Lee, and the players. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit buzzbeat.substack.com/subscribe
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Draft | Sweet 16 Prospects
Mar 26, 202500:58:25Tap to summarizeBrian and Darian select five players from the Sweet 16 to create a balanced team. They discuss their drafting strategies and how their players enhance one another's performance on the basketball court. Additionally, they choose a coach from the remaining 16 teams. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit buzzbeat.substack.com/subscribe
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Tourney Prospects
Mar 19, 202501:02:48Tap to summarizeBrian and Darian assess players competing in the upcoming NCAA men’s tournament. The following prospects are reviewed (in order):* Jase Richardson, Kam Jones, Danny Wolf, VJ Edgecombe, Cooper Flagg, Khaman Maluach, Walter Clayton Jr., Derik Queen, Nique Clifford, Kasparas Jakučionis, Chaz Lanier, Tre Johnson. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit buzzbeat.substack.com/subscribe
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Most Likely To Move
Mar 7, 202500:37:02Tap to summarizeRichie brings on Matt Alquiza to discuss the intel from Michael Scotto’s recent piece about a potential LaMelo Ball move. The two discuss the package type required to send Ball to another team. The final segment puts percentages on the likelihood of Ball, Bridges, Green, Okogie, and Williams returning to Charlotte in 2025-26. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit buzzbeat.substack.com/subscribe
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Developing a Plan
Feb 18, 202500:52:15Tap to summarizeRichie and Brian react to Adam Silver’s recent comments and answer a listener's question about the future of the Hornets. The two discuss Mark Williams and if anything can be done to fix future trade failures in the NBA. They also set priorities for a multi-year plan for the Hornets to become a playoff winner by 2028.* 📋 Help give us more insight into your listening habits and preferences by completing this survey. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit buzzbeat.substack.com/subscribe
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