After the loss of beloved Charlotte Hornets PA Announcer Big Pat, Walker called David and Nata to help share stories and experiences about Big Pat's calls and generosity. The guys discussed what he meant to the Hornets fanbase and his impact on people in the media industry. The pod finishes up with more thoughts on Summer League and offseason grades.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  ? https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent di ..read more

What's your belief in LaMelo Ball reaching an All-NBA level? Walker Mehl and Doug Bot-son share their projections on LaMelo Ball's future and whether he can still reach a top 15 player level. How much does that depend on Brandon Miller? The guys look back at Baron Davis' comments on LaMelo, the insanity of Muggsy Bogues' career, and why Kemba Walker on the coaching staff isn't just a nostalgia play.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  ? https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets ..read more

Hornets assistant coach Josh Longstaff joined Wes and Walker on Thursday to give status updates on Tidjane Salaun and Mouhamadou Gueye. Will they suit up against Portland? Walker and Doug also share thoughts on the Hornets' apparent belief in Nick Smith Jr. and if he's a big part of Charlotte's future. What's his path to more playing time?   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  ? https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent directly to y ..read more

Walker and Doug go over the Miles Bridges contract after details on its declining value were released. How does it help the Hornets in the long run? The guys transition into more Summer League observations after Charlotte's first loss in Vegas including Nick Smith Jr.'s continued growth and group pictures with the big league squad. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  ? https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent directly to your phone via S ..read more

Tidjane Salaun goes for 10 pts and 10 rebs in his 2nd Summer League game. Walker and Doug discuss their Summer League feelings on Salaun's coast to coast ability, 3 point shooting, and team defense after a couple of outings. How does he compare to other rookies out in Vegas?   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  ? https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent directly to your phone via Subtext (14 Day Free Trial): https://joinsubtext.com ..read more

Hornets HC Charles Lee joined Wes and Walker on Friday to discuss the offseason and his Summer League Observations. What's LaMelo Ball's health status? Walker and Doug go over Lee's positive comments on Melo and what it means going into next season. Finally, the guys transition into the Seth Curry re-signing, rotation talk, and Vegas SL game 2 preview.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  ? https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent ..read more

Walker and Doug get ready for Vegas by discussing the top storylines surrounding Tidjane Salaun and Brandon Miller. How much will they play? Will Nick Smith Jr. improve? The guys finish discussing some of the later free agency moves the Hornets made this offseason. Could Reggie Jackson actually suit up for Charlotte?   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  ? https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent directly to your phone via Subtext ..read more

The guys dodged the Cooper Flagg highlights and jumped right into discussing Brandon Miller's social media highlights practicing against Team USA. Could Brandon Miller be a top 5 shooting guard in the NBA next season? Who would he need to leapfrog? Also, Walker and Doug take a look at the idea of tanking for Cooper Flagg and whether it's feasible.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  ? https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent direc ..read more

Walker and Doug celebrate an undefeated California Classic after the Hornets finish 3-0 beating Sacramento Kings 1. How much does it matter? Who are the players that balled out? The guys go through impressive performances by Bryce McGowens and Zavier Simpson, while questioning Nick Smith Jr.'s session so far.   Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  ? https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent directly to your phone via Subtext (14 Day F ..read more

With other rookies playing well in Summer League, Walker and Doug discuss just how patient Hornets fans will need to be with Tidjane Salaun despite being picked 6th overall. How many meaningful minutes do you expect him to get this season? The guys transition into Summer League thoughts on Nick Smith Jr. and his improvement, whether Bryce McGowens has played well, and other rapid fire observations.    Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms…  ? https://link.chtbl.com/LOHornets?sid=YouTube   Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sicko Brigade and get Hor ..read more