Locked on Hornets

The Hornets finally broke out of their free agency slumber with the signing of point guard Jeremy Lin. Lin has a massive fanbase, unique set of skills and a story that captivated the nation only a few years ago.  Nick Denning joins Doug to discuss why Charlotte made sense for Jeremy Lin, why Jeremy Lin makes sense for the Hornets and the dollars and cents behind the deal. Make sure to subscribe to us on iTunes and have full episodes, stinger and more downloaded automatically (we wouldn't mind a five-star review either.)

The Hornets may be playing to quiet in free agency but things in Orlando are heating up. Fans got their first professional look at Frank Kaminsky but he may not be the most impressive Hornet to suit up for Summer League action.  Listen to find out who could get a surprise training camp invite and what popular name could be shooting his way out the door.   

(Recorded on Tuesday) Doug and David discuss the options for the Charlotte Hornets in free agency. Will they make Marco their mark? Or will they go with Doug's super-sneak under the radar special? Listen here and get all you need to know about the Hornets' free agent prospects.

Doug and David discuss the aftermath of the 2015 NBA Draft and the free agents the Charlotte Hornets should target with their Mid-Level Exception.

Doug and David breakdown the first round where anything is possible for the Hornets. Producer Caitie will be reporting live from Time Warner Cable Arena at the Hornets draft party. PLUS:  Bryan Mears from At The Hive gives us a rumor roundup.  Richard Walker from the Gaston Gazette with his reaction to what the Hornets do at 9.  Adam Chin from Baseline Buzz on the trade to bring in Nic Batum.  and MUCH MORE...tweet us your questions and comments to @HiveTalkLive

We're jam packed with guests ready to talk about the NBA Draft and Charlotte getting the 2017 All Star Weekend, INCLUDING: Chris Barnewall, editor of At The Hive, about how the Hornets trade of Lance Stephenson will affect the draft. Konata Edwards of WFNZ 610 the Fan on what the Hornets most pressing needs are and if it even matters. Adam Chin of Baseline Buzz on Cho's draft history David Potts of Arizona Desert Swarm about Stanley Johnson Jason Marcum, editor of A Sea of Blue, on the gaggle of Wildcats on the Hornets radar Bryan Mears of At The Hive on the possibilities of trading back James Plowright of Queen City Hoops on who's most likely to fall to the Hornets at the 9 spot.

Doug and David have a revelation: the 2014-15 NBA season is still going on! They discuss their thoughts on Lebron James and this amazing Finals PLUS should the Hornets draft the best player or the best shooter?

Hive Talk Live returns for its 3rd season with a LIVE pre-draft special on June 23rd at 6pm ONLY on AtTheHive.com. In this stinger, Doug and David discuss their early intuitions about what the Hornets will do with #9 selection. 

David and Doug end this season of Hive Talk Live exactly how they began it…slobbering all over MKG.   Follow us on twitter @HiveTalkLive and subscribe to us on iTunes and Stitcher.

The Hornets have their final say on the season and the guys analyze and debate what the team should do next.   Follow us on twitter @HiveTalkLive and subscribe to us on iTunes and Stitcher. The post Hive Talk Live 4-16-15: Exit Interviews appeared first on .

David and Doug recap the season a little early and talk about the big question marks for next season.   Follow us on twitter @HiveTalkLive and subscribe to us on iTunes and Stitcher. The post Hive Talk Live 4-14-15: Goodnight Sweet Prince appeared first on .

Doug and David discuss the Hornets keeping hope alive, Lance Stephenson’s mysterious absence, MKG’s new security job and preview the do or die game against the Pacers.   Follow us on twitter @HiveTalkLive and subscribe to us on iTunes and Stitcher. The post Hive Talk Live 4-2-15: A New Hope appeared first on .

Doug and David discuss the Hornets dwindling chances at a playoff spot and if Coach Clifford is to blame. PLUS Papa changes the pizza deal AGAIN! What does it all mean? Doug puts on his tinfoil hat and speculates.   Follow us on twitter @HiveTalkLive and subscribe to us on iTunes and Stitcher. The post Hive Talk Live 3-31-15: Pizza Shenanigans appeared first on .

The guys discuss the loss to the Clippers, preparing for the Kings rematch and Kemba Walker’s tournament bracket.   Watch Hive Talk Live on the Meerkat app for iOS Follow us on twitter @HiveTalkLive and subscribe to us on iTunes and Stitcher. The post Hive Talk Live 3-19-15: Kemba’s Handwriting appeared first on .

Doug, David and Spencer talk about the Mo-Kemba lineup, preview the Clippers game and Cody Zeller’s parents wrote a book…we help name it.   Follow us on twitter @HiveTalkLive and subscribe to us on iTunes and Stitcher. The post Hive Talk Live 3-17-15: Zeller Book Club appeared first on .