Hornets Hive Cast

The 2026-27 Hornets schedule has officially been announced, and Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo break down all the key matchups. The two also discuss the recent news of the Hornets naming their new TV home for Hornets basketball as well.

As the Hornets concluded their five-game stint in Las Vegas during NBA Summer League, Sam Farber and Sam Perley recap all the action. The two also discuss what the rotation could look like this upcoming season for Charlotte, and also pick their Summer League team MVPs.

As the Hornets continue to make offseason moves, Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo continue to discuss them, this time breaking down Charlotte's trade of Miles Bridges to Phoenix for Grayson Allen, Royce O'Neale and draft capital. The trio also take a look at the roster as it currently stands, and also provide an update of the latest Summer League action out in Las Vegas.

Now 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.

After 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.

Charlotte'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.

As 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.

As 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.

It'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.

With 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.

As 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.

After 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.

Going 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.

As the NBA continues to release its postseason accolades, Hornets fan favorite Moussa Diabate was awarded the KIA NBA Hustle Award, which is awarded to a player who makes the effort plays that do not often appear in the box score but help determine team success. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo recap the honor for Moussa, and also recap other Hornets players and executives that were nominated for other awards, as well as the recent reports on the updated draft lottery proposals to help curb tanking.

The NBA officially announced who won the Rookie of the Year race, and Kon Knueppel was the runner-up to Cooper Flagg of Dallas. Sam Farber, Rob Longo and Sam Perley discuss the votes and whether or not Kon got robbed of the honor, and what that might mean for the fourth overall selection in the 2025 NBA Draft moving forward.

With all exit interviews completed, Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo recap the entire historic Hornets season. The trio react to all of the best quotes from exit interviews from players, coaches and the front office, as well as where the franchise goes moving forward.

Needing one more win to secure a playoff spot for the first time in a decade, Charlotte couldn't get over the final hurdler, as the Hornets fell in Orlando 121-90 against the Magic. Rob Longo and the Lead Writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley react to the game and pick their silver-linings, and also share their instant reaction thoughts to how Charlotte's season wrapped up.

With Charlotte's season hinging on one final Play-In Tournament game, Danielle Stein of WCNC stops by to preview the showdown in Orlando with Sam Farber. The two also discuss Danielle's most recent feature highlighting Hornets guard Coby White.

In a win or go home game, the Hornets fed off the raucous crowd at Spectrum Center by squeezing out a 127-126 overtime against Miami to advance for the right to earn the eighth seed in the Eastern Conference. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick multiple stars of the night while mentioning some of the main storylines from the thrilling victory.

As the Hornets begin their journey in the Play-In Tournament, Rod Boone of the Charlotte Observer joins Sam Farber to preview the matchup against Miami. The two also discuss the direction the franchise is heading in, as well as the potential for a couple of Hornets to land postseason accolades.

Needing a win in the final game of the season, the Hornets took care of business in the Big Apple, defeating the Knicks 110-96. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game, pick their stars of the night and also discuss Charlotte's path to get out of the Play-In Tournament, in addition to taking a deeper look at the Greensboro Swarm capturing the G-Leauge championship.

In the final home game of the regular season, the Hornets couldn't send the home crowd happy, as Charlotte dropped a 118-100 decision to Detroit. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and discuss the postseason scenarios heading into Game 82, and the two also preview Charlotte's final regular-season game on the road at New York.

Before the final home game of the regular season, Travis Hancock of the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ stops by to preview the matchup with Sam Farber. The two also discuss what the Hornets need to do over the final two games to get the best postseason positioning, and whether or not LaMelo Ball has a path to being an All-NBA selection.

The Hornets faced yet another difficult road test by taking on a fully-healthy Boston team, but ultimately fell 113-102 despite a game-high 36 points from LaMelo Ball. Rob Longo and Will Palaszczuk of the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ break down the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and also discuss if LaMelo is worthy of an All-NBA selection.

As the Hornets look to make it five-straight wins, Gabe McDonald of Carolina Sports Live on Queen City News stops by to preview Charlotte's upcoming game against Boston with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the 1-2 punch of LaMelo Ball and Kon Knueppel from beyond the arc, as well as where the Hornets may finish in the standings with only three games remaining.

It was another clean sweep for Hornets Sports and Entertainment, as Charlotte took care of the Timberwolves in Minnesota thanks to a big second half by a final tally of 122-108. Meanwhile, Greensboro continued its best season in G-League history by advancing to the G-League Finals. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break it all down.

In the final back-to-back this season, the Hornets took care of business and have made it three-straight wins after a 129-108 win over the Indiana Pacers at home. Rob Longo and the lead writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley break down the game and pick their stars of the contest, and also preview Charlotte's upcoming game on the road at Minnesota.

The Hornets returned to the Hive to kick off a back-to-back, and despite allowing 41 points in the first quarter, Charlotte clamped down defensively the rest of the way to earn a 127-107 over the Suns. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo is joined by the lead writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley to break down the game and discuss the record-breaking performance by Kon Knueppel, setting a new franchise record for most made threes in a single season, surpassing Kemba Walker's 260 set in the 2018-19 season. The two also preview Charlotte's showdown against Indiana on night two of a back-to-back.

After a successful trip to Brooklyn, the Hornets return to the Hive for two-straight games, beginning with a showdown against the Phoenix Suns. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo and the lead writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley preview the game, discuss Sam's latest article highlighting the play of LaMelo Ball, and also take a look at the final six games on the regular season schedule for the Hornets.

There was no joking around it; it was a fantastic night of winning the Hornets Sports & Entertainment family, as Charlotte had a convincing 117-86 victory over Brooklyn, while the Greensboro Swarm picked up their first playoff win in franchise history by dismantling the Maine Celtics 112-90. Matt Rochinski and Sam Perley break down both games and also pick their stars of the nights for the Hornets as Buzz City got back on track after a quick two-game slide.

The Hornets dropped the final contest of their seven-game homestand to Boston, 114-99. Sam Farber and Sam Perley break down the game and pick their silver linings, and the two also do some scoreboard and standings watching while also previewing Charlotte's upcoming game in Brooklyn.

The Hornets looked to remain undefeated on their longest homestand of the season, but fell to the Philadelphia 76ers in a pivotal matchup, 118-114. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and discuss why the loss was so significant, and also preview Charlotte's next contest against Boston on night two of a back-to-back.

With the Hornets continuing their seven-game homestand, the winning has followed Charlotte, as Buzz City made it five-straight wins following a dominating 114-103 win over New York. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their stars of the night and also preview Charlotte's upcoming game against Philadelphia. Plus, Sam sits down with NASCAR Cup Series driver Carson Hocevar, who recently stopped by the Hornets Radio Network studios.

Schuyler Callihan of SI.com stops by to preview one of the biggest games of the season with Sam Farber as the Hornets get set to square off against the New York Knicks in the middle of a seven-game homestand. The two also discuss how high the Hornets could rise in the Eastern Conference, as well as a look at some potential Hornets players that could qualify for All-NBA awards.

The Hornets continued their hot play as of late, winning their fourth-straight game and nailed 26 made threes, tying a franchise record set last season for most made threes in a contest, all while cruising to a 134-90 win over Sacramento. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game, plus Sam sits down for a couple of one-on-one interviews that surround the success of the team on the court and in the community as well.

Ahead of the Hornets taking on Sacramento, another Charlotte player received recognition from the league, as LaMelo Ball was named Eastern Conference Player of the Week. Sam Farber and Sam Perley react to the news, discuss a key rookie matchup at the center spot against Sacramento, and also preview the Kings taking on the Hornets.

As the Hornets continued their seven-game homestand, so did Charlotte's success, as the Hornets won their third-straight game after a 124-101 victory over the Grizzlies. Sam Farber and Sam Perley break down the game and pick their favorite performances of the night, plus Sam sits down with Josh Green in front of a live audience recording, plus this year's winner of the Rick Bonnell Scholarship Award, Max Schwanz of Appalachian State.

It was a perfect night for Hornets fans, as Charlotte dispatched Orlando rather easily in a 130-111 win, all while celebrating Dell Curry's iconic No. 30 lifted to the rafters of Spectrum Center. Sam Farber and Rob Longo recap the historic night that was at the Hive, and also take a look ahead at Charlotte's next contest against Memphis at home. Plus, Sam sits down with Kate Weaver, the executive director of the Charlotte chapter of the National Alliance on Mental Health, which recently received a grant from the Hornets Foundation.

As the Hornets get set to retire Dell Curry's number, Sam Farber is joined by Nick Carboni of WCNC in Charlotte to preview the matchup with Orlando, as well as Nick's recent story on Moussa Diabate. Plus, Sam sits down with Dell Curry for a one-on-one interview.

The Hornets kicked off a seven-game homestand in impressive fashion by outscoring Miami 40-18 in the fourth quarter en route to a 136-106 victory. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their stars of the night, plus Sam sits down with Hornets legend Dell Curry for a one-on-one interview ahead of his jersey retirement ceremony. Sam also chats with Hannah Beavers, the Executive Director of Freedom Communities; a non-profit that recently received a community grant from the Hornets Foundation.

Fresh off a west-coast road swing, the Hornets return back to the Hive for a seven-game homestand, their longest of the season, beginning with a showdown against Miami. Sam Farber and Rob Longo preview the matchup and also discuss the latest power rankings, as well a preview of the homestand as a whole.

The Hornets finally began heading back east with a stop in San Antonio, and it did not go according to plan, as Charlotte dropped a 115-102 decision against the Spurs. Rob Longo and Sam Perley of Hornets.com break down the game and provide their silver-lining selections, and also discuss Sam's latest article on how the defense has been the main driver of Charlotte's successful turnaround this season.

With the Hornets wrapping up a four-game road trip in San Antonio, Kasey Funderburg of Queen City News stops by to preview the matchup against the Spurs with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the road ahead for the Hornets in the final weeks of the season, as well as the probability of Kon Knueppel being named Rookie of the Year.

For the fourth time this season, the Hornets sweep a back-to-back after a 117-109 win over the Kings in Sacramento. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and pick their favorite performances from the contest, an also highlight the Greensboro Swarm, who clinched a playoff berth in the G-League for the second straight season.

The Hornets were down as many as 19 in the first half in Portland, but a strong second half allowed Charlotte to squeak out a 103-101 win over the Trail Blazers on the first night of a back-to-back. Rob Longo and Sam Perley of Hornets.com break down the game and pick their stars of the night, and also preview Charlotte's showdown against Sacramento as the Hornets face the Kings with both teams being on the second night of a back-to-back.

As the Hornets continue their road trip out west, Desmond Johnson of Tobacco Road Sports Radio joins Sam Farber to preview the matchup between the Hornets and the Trail Blazers. The two also take a look at the road ahead and question how high the Hornets can climb in the standings before the end of the season.

Charlotte saw its franchise record 10-game road winning streak come to a close as the Hornets started their four game road trip, falling in Phoenix 111-99. Rob Longo and the lead writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley break down the contest and provide their silver-lining selections, plus the two do some scoreboard watching and recap the standings how the potential playoff picture is shaping up for the Hornets.

The Hornets returned home for a quick one-game homestand against Miami, but fell 128-120. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and also preview Charlotte's upcoming game against Phoenix as the Hornets kick off a four-game road trip. Plus, as the Hornets celebrated Los Hornets Night at the Hive and continue to celebrate Women's History Month, Sam is joined by Ana Rey of Charlotte Bilingual Preschool to talk about a recent grant received by the Hornets Foundation.

With the Hornets riding a six-game winning streak, Charlotte returns home for a big showdown against the Miami Heat. Sam Farber is joined by Kelli Bartik of WCCB-TV in the Queen City to preview the matchup and also discuss the impressive play of the second unit as of late, as well as the Rookie of the Year Award odds for Kon Knueppel.

Facing tough circumstances on the second night of a back-to-back, the Hornets headed into Boston and got off to a hot start, as Charlotte won its sixth-straight game in wire-to-wire fashion, 118-89. Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo and the host of Hornets Postgame on the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ Will Palaszczuk analyze the game and pick their stars of the night, and the two also discuss if this was the most impressive win for the Hornets so far this season as the team is back above .500 for the first time since October.