Hornets Hive Cast

Hornets Hive Cast

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

Episodes

September 6, 2023 25 mins

Fresh off signing his contract extension, P.J. Washington sits down with Sam Farber for a one-on-one interview to discuss his desire to remain with the Hornets and how he views the future of the franchise. Rob Longo also joins Sam to discuss the best parts of his press conference and highlight the schedule release of the Greensboro Swarm, the G-League affiliate of the Hornets.

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One of the final pieces to the roster puzzle has been filled for Buzz City, as the Hornets officially announced the re-signing of forward P.J. Washington. Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo discuss the impact to the team, what the starting lineup and rotations could look like this season, and also talk about the newest jerseys the Hornets will wear this season in honor of their 35th anniversary.

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After a long offseason, the 2023-24 schedule for Buzz City is here! Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo highlight the biggest games on the schedule, point out the most pivotal months of the slate, and also provide their projected win totals for the squad this season.

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August 9, 2023 22 mins

With the recent signing of Frank Ntilikina, Sam Farber and Rob Longo dive into the facts and figures of his career so far and what it means for Buzz City's roster moving forward. Plus, the two also discuss the Hornet's Week of Service in conjunction with Bank of America.

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The Hornets new ownership group led by Gabe Plotkin and Rick Schnall met with the Charlotte media after purchasing a majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets. Sam Farber and Rob Longo take you through the introductory press conference, review the thank you letter from outgoing majority stakeholder Michael Jordan, and talk about the future ahead with the new team in charge.

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While Hornets fans await the announcement of the regular-season schedule, the team released its preseason schedule. Radio broadcaster Sam Farber and Hornets Radio Network manager Rob Longo highlight the schedule, as well as discuss the signing of Leaky Black to a two-way contract. The two also go over offseason power rankings.

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The Hornets held a press conference to recognize LaMelo Ball and his recent signing to a contract extension, the first rookie max contract extension in franchise history. Hear from LaMelo and Hornets General Manager and President of basketball operations Mitch Kupchak as Sam Farber, Sam Perley and Rob Longo discuss what this deal means for the franchise and LaMelo moving forward.

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Miles Bridges and Hornets GM Mitch Kupchak met with the media Tuesday to answer questions after Bridges signed his qualifying offer and more than a year removed from his last NBA action. 

In today's HHC you'll hear from both Bridges and Kupchak, and the panel discusses what the roster, rotation and record might look like this season.

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Charlotte ended the Summer League schedule with a victory in Las Vegas. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the finale, the overall performance of the team and look at the newly announced contract for rookie guard Amari Bailey.

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While Charlotte fell short yet again in Summer League, James Bouknight posted his best effort of Summer League play. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game, and discuss the decision to shut down Brandon Miller and Kai Jones for the remainder of the Las Vegas session.

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No. 2 overall pick Brandon Miller and No. 27 overall pick Nick Smith Jr. combined for 59 points despite Charlotte dropping a 97-93 decision to Portland in Summer League action. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game, discuss the latest rule changes for this upcoming season, as well as preview Buzz City's next game in Vegas against the Pelicans.

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Charlotte's Summer League slate continues. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down Buzz City's loss to the Lakers, previews their matchup with Portland and discusses the newly announced groups for the new In Season Tournament. 

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As the highly-anticipated showdown between this year's top two draft picks took place, Sam Farber and Rob Longo analyze the performances of Victory Wembanyama and Brandon Miller as the Hornets fell 76-68 to San Antonio in their first game of Summer League action in Las Vegas. Plus, Miles Bridges recently signed a qualifying offer with Buzz City, and Rob and Sam also preview Charlotte's next Summer League game against the Lakers.

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July 7, 2023 21 mins

Hornets star LaMelo Ball has signed an extension with Charlotte! Sam Farber and Rob Longo discuss what the deal means for LaMelo and the franchise moving forward. Plus a preview of the Hornets Las Vegas Summer League opener against the San Antonio Spurs. 

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The Hornets fell 98-83 against the Golden State Warriors in their final game of the California Classic in San Antonio. Sam Farber and Rob Longo talk about the game and their silver-lining performances, and also discuss the first two games of Brandon Miller's professional career.

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Hornets assistant coach and Summer League head coach Marlon Garnett stops by to chat with Sam Farber about what Hornets fans can expect to see in both the California Classic and Summer League in Las Vegas over the next couple of weeks. Rob Longo also joins Sam to preview Charlotte's matchup against San Antonio as both teams get set to square off in Sacramento.

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Hornets 2023 2nd Round Picks James Nnaji and Amari Bailey sit down with Sam Farber for their 1st podcast interview since being selected by Charlotte. 

Plus, Sam Farber and Sam Perley discuss the Hornets 2023 Summer League Roster on the eve of Summer League.

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Hornets first-round pick Nick Smith Jr joins Sam Farber to discuss being drafted by Charlotte and teaming up once again with Brandon Miller.

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Brandon Miller, the No. 2 overall pick of the 2023 NBA Draft, joins Sam Farber for his 1st podcast interview after being selected by the Charlotte Hornets. They discuss his goals for his rookie campaign and what he thinks he can bring to Buzz City.

Sam and Rob Longo also discuss the recently released Las Vegas Summer League schedule for the Hornets.

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