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The media is joined by LaMelo Ball, Terry Rozier, Theo Maledon, Leaky Black, and Nick Richards. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hornets coach Steve Clifford joins the media to reflect on the previous season and look forward to 2023-24. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie and Brian discuss Tyler Herro and Buddy Hield as their names have been floated as potential players on the move. If Charlotte gets involved in the Lillard trade saga, they could land Herro, and the two break down his game. They also entertain the idea of Hield. They finish with a listener question about the team’s ceiling and floor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie, Spencer, and Brian project which Hornets player would have the best chance of winning an end-of-season award. They look at MVP, Most Improved Player, Defensive Player of the Year, Sixth Man of the Year, and the Hustle Award. The three end on a game of NBA Awards trivia.

Richie and Brian break down a handful of clips from Mark Williams' performance vs. the Heat in February. He totaled 18 points, 20 rebounds, and 1 block. YouTube Version Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie is joined by Gil McGregor of Sporting News to discuss the Hornets’ offseason and outlook for the 2023-24 season. They end on a draft of Hornets players based on uniform number. YouTube Version Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie and Lee rewatch clips from LaMelo’s near triple-double vs. the Timberwolves on February 24. They analyzed how he filled out the stat sheet and impacted the game on both ends of the court. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie brings on Chase Whitney to watch clips from P.J. Washington’s career-high of 43 points in Oklahoma City. The two highlight his floater game, and his passing, while also looking at some defensive stops vs. the Thunder. They also chat about his uncertain future here in Charlotte and what it would take to bring him back.

In a replay of old episodes, you can listen to Richie interview both Paul Washington Sr. and P.J. Washington Jr.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie and Brian take a look at key plays from Terry Rozier’s 39-point outburst in Milwaukee. The two discuss the actions and performance that the team, and specifically Rozier, put together on January 6, 2023, against the Bucks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie, Spencer, and Brian break down the film of rookie Nick Smith Jr. The three spotlight his movement offense, on- and off-ball defense, and performance in Summer League with 10 individual clips. The video version is available here. The YouTube premiere will be available tomorrow, August 8 at 12:00 pm Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie brings on Will Kunkel of Charlotte Sports Live to discuss some of the bigger stories this offseason. Kunkel talks about the sale of the team, the Miles Bridges press conference, and what retaining LaMelo Ball means to the organization. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie goes solo to answer some listener questions about the Hornets’ offseason. He responds to inquiries about Brandon Miller’s stat line, the most worrisome aspect of the upcoming season, and if this team is Steve Clifford’s best one of his career. Buzz Beat's Tee Public Site From now until July 31, 2023, you can earn Buzz Beat+ with a purchase. Send proof of purchase to Buzz Beat's Twitter. Coffee Mug = 3 months free T-Shirt = 6 months free Sweatshirt = 12 months free Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie and Brian respond to recent rumors surrounding the backup point guard void and where things stand with PJ Washington. The two chat about the idea of trading for Delon Wright, the Hornets’ failure to retain Dennis Smith Jr., and the gap in negotiations with PJ Washington. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

In the penultimate game of Summer League, Richie brings on Darian (Trust the Buzz) to converse about the loss to the Pelicans. The two highlight James Nnaji, share concerns over the preparation, and answer listener questions about the upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie goes solo to answer questions about the Hornets’ offseason. He replies to questions about the backup point guard, gauging the stock of the rookies, and filling out a 10-man rotation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie and Brian recap the loss to the Lakers in the second game in Vegas Summer League. The two highlight James Nnaji, share their concerns about Kai Jones, and answer a listener question about JT Thor. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Richie and Brian recap the first Summer League game in Las Vegas as the top two picks in the 2023 Draft face off. The two chat about Victor Wembanyama’s debut, Brandon Miller’s solid outing, and PJ Washington’s status as a free agent.

Richie joins Willy P. and T-Bone on WFNZ to chat about the offseason so far. He discusses the P.J. Washington to Dallas rumors, Miles Bridges signing the one-year qualifying offer, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices