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Charlotte Hornets

Voice of the Hornets, Sam Farber, delivers meaningful basketball conversations with meaningful basketball people.

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United States

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Voice of the Hornets, Sam Farber, delivers meaningful basketball conversations with meaningful basketball people.

Language:

English


Episodes
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11-23-24 - Shorthanded Hornets Head to Milwaukee

11/23/2024
The Hornets recently got some good injury news, as it was announced that Mark Williams and Nick Richards have resumed team activities in their return to play programs, but also got bad injury news, as Charlotte will be without Miles Bridges and Tre Mann when it takes on the Bucks. Sam Farber and Rob Longo discuss what the injuries mean for the team as they preview the game, and also discuss the latest rumored format surrounding this year's All-Star Game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:31:20

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11-22-24 - Buzz City Wins Close One Over Detroit (Again)

11/22/2024
Two weeks, ago, Brandon Miller saved the Hornets on a put-back buzzer beater to lift Charlotte over Detroit at home. History somewhat repeated itself, as Miller had a career-high 38 points en route to a 123-121 overtime win over the Pistons. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their stars of the night, and also discuss how all of the close games the Hornets have played in this season have resulted in winning plays in clutch time. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:28:09

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11-21-24 - Hornets Return Home to Face Detroit

11/21/2024
After dropping a couple of games on the road, the Hornets return to the Hive to take on a Detroit team that they previously beat earlier in the season in thrilling fashion. Sam Farber and Rob Longo preview the matchup between Buzz City and the Motor City, and also discuss where the Hornets land on the latest power rankings, as well as the recent play of Tidjane Salaun. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:26:49

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11-20-24 - Hornets Lose Close One In Brooklyn

11/20/2024
The Hornets had a comfortable 17-point lead in the first half on multiple occasions against the Nets, but ultimately lost 116-115 against Brooklyn in Emirates NBA Cup action. Rob Longo and the lead writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley point out what went wrong for Charlotte, pick their silver-lining performances, and also talk about the career night of Tidjane Salaun so far in his young career. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:28:07

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11-19-24 - The Two Sam's Preview Brooklyn

11/19/2024
Sam Farber is joined with Sam Perley as the Hornets get set to take on the Nets in Emirates NBA Cup action. The two preview the game, and also discuss the tough road that Charlotte has had to navigate to being the season, and also chat about where Buzz City lands on the latest power rankings. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:28:59

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11-18-24 - Hornets Can't Stop Red-Hot Cleveland

11/18/2024
The Hornets dealt with some tough circumstances heading to Cleveland, as Charlotte was on the second night of a back-to-back and remained without their top two centers against one of the largest teams in the league. The Hornets hung tough, but ultimately fell 128-1134. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and highlight their silver-lining performances, and also provide a Swarm report as Charlotte's G-League affiliate recently kicked off their season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:21:26

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11-17-24 - Hornets Win Thriller Over Milwaukee, Cavs Preview

11/17/2024
The Hornets debuted their latest City Edition jerseys in style, winning a nail biter 115-114 at home over Milwaukee. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the critical moments of the game and pick their top performances, and also preview Charlotte's showdown in Cleveland on the second night of a back-to-back against the undefeated Cavaliers. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:31:51

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11-16-24 - Hornets Debut City Edition Jerseys Against Milwaukee

11/16/2024
The Hornets will have a fresh look when they face the Bucks at home, with Charlotte debuting its latest City Edition jerseys. Sam Farber and Rob Longo highlight the new additions to the latest threads, talk about LaMelo Ball's remarkable fourth-quarter numbers so far this season, and also preview the game between the Hornets and the Bucks. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:27:00

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11-14-24 - One-on-One with Josh Green!

11/14/2024
Hornets wing Josh Green joins Sam Farber in studio for a special one on one interview! They talk about playing with LaMelo Ball, Green's first impressions of Charlotte and how he chooses his pregame wardrobe. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:09:14

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11-13-24 - Hornets Fall in Orlando

11/13/2024
The first game of pool play in the Emirates NBA Cup was not kind for the Hornets, who dropped a 114-89 decision in Orlando. Rob Longo and Will Palaszczuk of Sports Radio WFNZ break down the game and recap their silver-lining performances, and also discuss the tweaks to this year's NBA Cup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:27:04

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11-12-24 - Hornets Open Emirates Cup in Orlando

11/12/2024
The Hornets tip off play in Emirates Cup East Group A tonight when they visit the Orlando Magic. Sam Farber and Will Palaszczuk of WFNZ look at the Hornets performance through 10 games, their overall group for the Emirates Cup and preview tonight's game. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:25:04

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11-11-24 - Hornets Drop Overtime Game in Philly

11/11/2024
The Hornets trailed by as many as 16 in the early stages of the fourth quarter in Philadelphia and LaMelo Ball's triple in the waning moments of regulation forced overtime, but the Sixers eventually pulled out the win, 107-105. Rob Longo and Sam Perley discuss all the the key plays down the stretch, highlight a few silver-lining performances, and also give their takes on the upcoming Emirates NBA Cup. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:24:55

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11-9-24 - Hornets Pummel Pacers, Sixers Preview

11/9/2024
With both teams shorthanded, the Hornets were able to take care of the Pacers 103-83 at home, thanks to big performances by LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their stars of the night, and also preview Charlotte's upcoming game in Philadelphia. Plus, hear from this month's Yellow Ribbon Program honoree. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:35:02

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11-8-24 - Pacers Preview with Terrence Oglesby

11/8/2024
Terrence Oglesby of Hornets on FanDuel Sports Network stops by to preview Charlotte's showdown against Indiana with Sam Farber. The two also chat about the first 10 percent of the season elapsed and how it stacks up to their expectations, and also discuss the winning plays from Brandon Miller in the recent game against Detroit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:26:02

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11-7-24 - Brandon Miller's Buzzer Beater Lifts Buzz City Over Detroit

11/7/2024
In a game that saw 17 ties and 18 lead changes, it was the final touch of the basketball that made the difference, as Brandon Miller's putback off a missed Grant Williams three just before the buzzer gave Charlotte a 108-107 win at home against Detroit. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the winning plays for Charlotte, as well as their stars of the night. The two also discuss the latest injury news for the Hornets and how Charlotte can navigate around some current missing pieces. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:28:13

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11-6-24 - Pistons Preview with Scott Fowler

11/6/2024
Charlotte Observer columnist Scott Fowler stops by for the first time this season to join Sam Farber and discuss the start to Charlotte's season so far. They also chat about the latest power rankings and preview Buzz City's game against Detroit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:25:13

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11-5-24 - Hornets Fall in Minnesota

11/5/2024
With their top two centers still out, the shorthanded Hornets fell 114-93 to a strong Minnesota team. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and discuss their silver-lining performances. And in the spirit of Election Day, the two discuss what their platforms would look like if they were to run of commissioner of the NBA. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:27:00

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11-3-24 - Hornets Fall to Celtics, Timberwolves Preview

11/3/2024
The Hornets dropped another decision against Boston, this time 113-103. Radio play-by-play announcer Sam Farber is joined by Hornets Radio Network Manager Rob Longo to break down the game and highlight their silver-lining performances, and also preview Charlotte's quick one-game road trip to Minnesota. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:32:59

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11-2-24 - Hornets Drop First Game Against Boston

11/2/2024
The Hornets hung with defending champs for the majority of the game, but Charlotte ultimately fell 124-109. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and highlight their silver-lining performances, and also preview the second game in as many days the Hornets will play against the Celtics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:30:40

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11-1-24 - Celtics Preview With Sean Grande

11/1/2024
As the Hornets get set to take on the defending champs on back-to-back nights, Celtics radio play-by-play broadcaster Sean Grande stops by to chat with Sam Farber to preview the matchups. The two also discuss the current state of the Eastern Conference, as well as Sean's broadcasting background. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Duration:00:31:04