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2-25-26 - Big Third Quarter Lifts Hornets to Historic Road Win Feb 25, 2026

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Leading by a single point at halftime, Charlotte used a big third quarter in Chicago, outscoring the Bulls 42-16 in the frame to eventually cruise to a 131-99 victory. The win also makes it eight-consecutive victories on the road, a new franchise record. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and pick their stars of the night, and also take a look at the performances of Moussa Diabate and Miles Bridges fresh off their suspensions, as well as the Hornets debut of Coby White.

2-23-26 - Chicago Preview with Walker Mehl Feb 24, 2026

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Walker Mehl of Wes and Walker on Sports Radio WFNZ stops by to preview Charlotte's upcoming game in Chicago with Sam Farber. The two also discuss Kon Knueppel's Rookie of the Year campaign, as well as the latest power rankings and where the Hornets stand among the rest of the Association.

2-23-26 - LaMelo Ball's Career Night Pushes Hornets Past Washington Feb 23, 2026

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As the Hornets kicked off a three-game road trip, LaMelo Ball kicked his 3-point shooting into overdrive, as LaMelo nailed 10 triples against the Wizards, a new career high and matching the franchise record for most made threes in a game as Charlotte won 129-112 in our nation's capital. Rob Longo and the lead writer for Hornets.com Sam Perley break down the game pick their stars of the night, and also touch on some of the other franchise milestones the Hornets reach in the vicotry.

2-21-26 - Shorthanded Hornets Fall to Cleveland, Wizards Preview Feb 21, 2026

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Facing red-hot Cleveland on night two of a back-to-back, the Hornets couldn't keep pace with one of the best teams in the Eastern Conference, as Charlotte dropped a 118-113 decision against the Cavs. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their silver-lining selections of the game, and also preview Charlotte's upcoming game on the road at Washington.

2-20-26 - Hornets Come Up Short Against Houston, Cavs Preview Feb 20, 2026

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Fresh off the All-Star Break, the Hornets faced the tall task of trying to stop Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets, but the Space City dwellers earned a 105-101 win over Charlotte thanks to a game-high 35 points from Durant. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and select their silver-lining performances, and also preview Buzz City's showdown with Cleveland on the second night of a back-to-back.

2-18-26 - Rockets Preview with Scott Fowler Feb 19, 2026

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As the Hornets get ready to kick off the post All-Star Break portion of the season, Charlotte Observer columnist Scott Fowler stops by to join Sam Farber to preview the first game back from the break against the Houston Rockets. The two also discuss the recent run Buzz City has put together, and also take a look at recent power rankings and how the Hornets stack up against the rest of the league.

2-16-26 - One-on-One with Jeff Peterson (Replay) Feb 16, 2026

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With the Hornets taking some time off during the All-Star break, hear from Hornets President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson on his thoughts post trade deadline and what the future holds for the Hornets franchise.

2-15-26 - All-Star Weekend Recap Feb 15, 2026

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The Hornets had representation at All-Star Weekend out in LA, with Kon Knueppel taking part in several events, including the 3-point competition, as well as Hornets Co-Chairman Rick Schnall participating in the celebrity all-star game. Sam Farber and Rob Longo recap the weekend and ponder if the Hornets can have more representation at All-Star Weekend in the future.

2-13-26 - One-on-One Interview with Jeff Peterson Feb 13, 2026

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Now that the trade deadline has passed, Hornets President of Basketball Operations Jeff Peterson stops by the HHC to catch up with Sam Farber. The two discuss moves at the trade deadline, the recent success of the team and also what the future could hold for the roster and the franchise.

2-12-26 - Hornets Head Into All-Star Break with a Win Over Atlanta Feb 12, 2026

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In the final meeting of the regular season, the Hornets took care of business against the Hawks 110-107, despite missing Moussa Diabate and Miles Bridges, who were suspended for four games earlier in the day. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their favorite performances of the night, and also take a look at the standings and question how high Charlotte can climb after the All-Star Break.

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