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Buzz Beat: A Charlotte Hornets Pod

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Charlotte Hornets
Miles Bridges
Terry Rozier
Gordon Hayward
Brandon Miller
Phoenix Suns
Lamelo Ball
NBA Trade Deadline
Mitch Kupchak
Jusuf Nurkić
Kevin Durant
Bradley Beal
Devin Booker
PJ Washington
Steve Clifford
Seth Curry
Grant Williams
Frank Vogel
Yuta Watanabe
Inbounding Plays

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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Latest Episodes

Richie, Brian, and Matt return for the final regular season episode of 2025-26. The three spotlight Charlotte’s 4-0 week, dissect Coby White’s importance, Miles Bridges’ post-ups, and LaMelo’s hot play. It ends with a discussion on whether the Hornet... more

In the latest, James invites Jeremy Grandison to reflect on some lessons learned in this 5-2 homestand. They break down the critical need for situational awareness, discipline in fouling, and the importance of managing expectations. The two end the c... more

In this episode, we chat with Tosan Evbuomwan of the Greensboro Swarm. Evbuomwan shares his journey from Newcastle to professional basketball, details his development focus, and offers insights into his team's culture and the growing sport in the UK.... more

Richie, Brian, Matt, and James focus on LaMelo Ball’s recent performance, defensive improvements, and offensive evolution this season. They analyze his season and whether he’s worthy of an All-NBA Third Team selection. The four also spotlight the rec... more

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Recent Guests

Tosan Evbuomwan
Professional basketball player for the Greensboro Swarm; English player who carved a career in America
Greensboro Swarm
Episode: Tosan Evbuomwan and the Swarm's Playoffs
Megan McCardell
Host of Reasonably Optimistic on Washington Post Opinion
Washington Post Opinion
Episode: Postgame | Magic Number (1)30
Steve Smith
Former NFL wide receiver and host of the 89 show on YouTube
Former NFL/89 Show
Episode: Rookie of the Year: Kon's Case
Khan Knipple
Analyst featured in interview segments
HotHandTheory (guest expert)
Episode: Hitting A Lull
PJ Hall
New forward center for the Charlotte Hornets
Charlotte Hornets
Episode: PJ Hall Interview
Jason Paffin
Co-host of Cash Considerations, A Chicago Bulls Podcast
Blue Wire Network
Episode: Postgame | Hornets Take Opener 136-117
Spencer Percy
Former co-host and a longtime contributor to Buzz Beat
Episode: '25-26 Season Preview
Yossi Gozlan
Contributor at Third Apron Substack, specializing in NBA salary cap analysis.
Third Apron Substack
Episode: Free Agency 101
Drew Johnson
Host of Mavs Step Back podcast
Mavs Step Back
Episode: The Mock Draft

Hosts

Richie Randall
Host of Buzz Beat: A Charlotte Hornets Pod; part of the Buzz Beat network; regular face/voice on Hornets coverage.
James Plowright
Host bringing analytical and strategic viewpoints to team coverage.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 310 ratings
  • Buzz Beat Review

    This podcast really breaks things down on a deeper level than other Hornets podcasts. Adding James Plowright is what made me start listening to BuzzBeat. I listen to whatever platform he is on. Richie and Matt are cool too, but James is my guy. Good podcasts overall and good substack content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Myersm27
    United Statesa month ago
  • 👌

    The pod is good and 🫵should watch it. The only problem is that it updates inconsistently😤, but it still is great 👍 😀🫵should watch it ,it is 👌

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bschesson
    United States2 months ago
  • Hornets Fever

    Always a great and honest podcast , listening all the way from Australia in a small town of Molong . Have been a hornets fans as a kid . Keep up the great work boys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    19lofty84
    Australia8 months ago
  • Great podcast

    This is the only Hornets podcast I listen to. It’s informative and thought provoking. Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    hahajjsjsnkmaksjk
    United States9 months ago
  • Awesome Pod!!

    Genuine and intelligent basketball talk without all the outside noise and fluff.Informative and entertaining listen. A must listen for any Hornets fan or anyone who simply wants to learn more about basketball. This pod is responsible for re-engaging me into the NBA. And I think it will do the same for you just give it a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pinehurst19
    United States9 months ago

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Shows strong analytical depth and thoughtful Hornets coverage.
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Koment: consistently high-quality analysis with room for production polish.
Long-running hosts with good chemistry are a draw for fans.

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Lessons Learned From Homestand
Q: Which one do you want to do first?
We decided to start with the tanking discussion and the proposed changes to the lottery and how those changes might affect a small-market team like Charlotte, weighing short-term gains against long-term parity.
Tosan Evbuomwan and the Swarm's Playoffs
Q: How are you balancing preparation for the playoffs with your teammates' expectations and your own development?
Focusing on consistency on both ends of the floor, improving defensive disruptiveness, and maintaining a calm, veteran approach to single-elimination games.
Tosan Evbuomwan and the Swarm's Playoffs
Q: What stood out about the Greensboro locker room and how has that helped you adapt to Charlotte?
He notes the lack of egos, unselfishness, and genuine care for winning; it's been refreshing and supportive for adapting to a new environment and system.
Hitting A Lull
Q: What makes Khan Knipple's fit in Charlotte special beyond LaMelo's scoring?
Khan Knipple brings a mix of shooting, playmaking, and defense, with strong off-ball movement and a high basketball IQ that complements the Hornets' ghosting screening action and creates versatile lineups.
Post-All-Star Questions
Q: If they were to make it to a first round series, can we predict the rotations for the playoffs?
We should consider formulating an eight or nine-man rotation, but the starting five is not up for debate.

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A data-driven basketball discussion show focused on the Charlotte Hornets, delivering Xs-and-Os breakdowns, roster decisions, and strategic trends. Across episodes, listeners get in-depth analysis of players, lineups, and game strategy, with a recurring emphasis on offense efficiency, defense adjustments, and roster-building moves. The show stands out for its analytical depth, thoughtful big-picture commentary, and hosts who frequently dissect salary cap considerations, draft assets, and coaching decisions, while weaving in guest perspectives and occasional timely sponsorships. It likely appeals to serious Hornets fans, NBA analytics enthusiasts, and marketers seeking a sports podcast with high-level basketball insight and a clear team focu... more

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