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Everyone's Buying In: Tales from Charlotte Hornets Training Camp
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Everyone's Buying In: Tales from Charlotte Hornets Training Camp

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In this episode, Doug and David dive deep into Charlotte Hornets training camp insights and team updates ahead of the 2024-2025 season. With discussions on the new coaching staff led by Charles Lee, leadership from LaMelo Ball, and expectations for key players, the duo also revisits a classic Hornets box score from the 1995 season opener against the legendary Chicago Bulls.

Key Topics Covered:

Training Camp Breakdown:

  • New leadership under Coach Charles Lee and what it means for the team.

  • LaMelo Ball’s offseason dedication and working with the new training staff.

  • Impressions from media day and training camp highlights.

Team Dynamics:

  • Discussions on how the new ownership and General Manager Jeff Peterson are shaping the future of the franchise.

  • Peterson’s quote on building a “consistent, relevant contender” and what that means for the team’s trajectory.

  • A look at Brandon Miller’s development and how the team is embracing cliches about competitiveness and defense.

Classic Box Score: November 3, 1995: Charlotte Hornets vs. Chicago Bulls (105-91 loss).

  • Recalling the 1995 trade of Alonzo Mourning and its impact on the team.

  • Michael Jordan’s 42-point performance for the Bulls.

Segments:

  • “Who Said That?”: A fun guessing game with quotes from training camp featuring LaMelo Ball and Jeff Peterson.

Highlights & Quotes:

  • “We’re filling a gap right now in Hornets coverage. It’s all about the community and building those personal connections.”

  • “Coach Lee brings a new intensity and hunger to the team. He’s focusing on defense and consistency from day one.”

  • “It’s exciting to see LaMelo fully invested, staying in Charlotte all offseason and trusting the new training staff to keep him healthy.”

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