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Hornets Hive Cast
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Voice of the Hornets, Sam Farber, delivers meaningful basketball conversations with meaningful basketball people.
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7-13-26 - Summer League Weekend Recap, Naz Reid Trade Recap
2d ago00:37:56Tap to summarizeNow that the news is official, Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo react to Charlotte's recent trade acquisition, acquiring Naz Reid and draft capital from Minnesota in exchange for LaMelo Ball and Josh Green. Plus, the two Sam's recap the latest news and notes surrounding the Summer League squad.
Transcribe →7-12-26 - Hornets Officially Acquire Naz Reid, Jeff Peterson Press Conference Recap
3d ago00:36:37Tap to summarizeAfter weeks of waiting after multiple reports, the Hornets officially announced acquiring Naz Reid and draft capital from the Minnesota Timberwolves in exchange for LaMelo Ball and Josh Green. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo discuss the move and also react to Hornets President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson holding a press conference during Summer League out in Las Vegas. The trio also provide an update on some notable performances through the firs two Summer League games.
Transcribe →7-10-26 - Hornets Kick of Summer League with Win Against Orlando
5d ago00:28:33Tap to summarizeCharlotte's defense of a Summer League championship got off to a good start in Las Vegas, as the Hornets downed Orlando, 86-74, thanks to a game-high 28 points from Liam McNeeley. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and highlight some notable performances, and also discuss what they are looking for in the second game of Summer League against New Orleans.
Transcribe →7-9-26 - The Two Sam's Preview Summer League
6d ago00:34:07Tap to summarizeAs the Hornets get set to defend their Summer League crown from last year, Sam Farber and Sam Perley preview all the action that will take place the next few weeks in Las Vegas.
Transcribe →7-7-26 - Hornets Re-Sign Coby White, Acquire Dorian Finney-Smith
1w ago00:24:46Tap to summarizeAs the official start of free agency is underway, the Hornets wasted no time re-signing North Carolina native Coby White, while also acquiring Dorian Finney-Smith and draft capital from the Houston Rockets. Plus, Buzz City also announced the addition of a pair of two-way players. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down all the transactions and what they mean for the franchise moving forward.
Transcribe →6-26-26 - Meet the Newest Hornets
3w ago00:26:10Tap to summarizeIt's been a busy week for the newest players to the Hornets franchise as Hannes Steinbach and Christian Anderson Jr. were officially introduced at Spectrum Center. Sam Farber sits down with both players for a one-on-one interview, and Rob Longo stops by to recap the day as a whole.
Transcribe →6-24-26 - Hornets Select Hannes Steinbach, Christian Anderson Jr. in First Round
3w ago00:40:30Tap to summarizeWith two picks in the top 18 in this year's draft, the Hornets addressed some needs to the roster by selecting Washington big man Hannes Steinbach with the No. 14 overall selection, and adding sharpshooting guard Christian Anderson with the No. 18 overall pick out of Texas Tech. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo break down both selections, and we also hear the thoughts of Hornets President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson as night one of the 2026 NBA Draft comes to a close.
Transcribe →6-23-26 - 2026 NBA Draft Preview
3w ago00:43:12Tap to summarizeAs the Hornets head into draft night with the No. 14 and 18 overall selections in this year's draft, Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo take a look at the history of those picks and what might transpire on draft night according to some quotes from Hornets President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson.
Transcribe →5-27-26 - Award Season Wrap Up
May 2700:27:32Tap to summarizeAfter the NBA announced its coach of the year award recipient recently, all of the postseason accolades have wrapped up. Sam Farber and Sam Perley break down all of the votes garnered by multiple members of the team, coaching staff and front office, and also discuss if any member of the franchise were snubbed at all.
Transcribe →5-11-26 - Draft Lottery Luck Not on Charlotte's Side
May 1100:23:20Tap to summarizeGoing into this year's NBA Draft Lottery, the Hornets had long odds for not only the first overall pick, but to crack the top four of the draft as well. Those numbers held true, as Charlotte officially will pick at No. 14 in the first round of the draft in June. Rob Longo and Sam Farber discuss the Draft Lottery results as a whole, and also chat about the recently announced contract extension of Hornets head coach Charles Lee, as well as an injury update on Brandon Miller.
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