Queen City Hoops

RIP Queen City Hoops blog. Still here to tweet about @Hornets. If you’re not listening to @BuzzBeatPod, what are you doing?

[Richie @richierandall]

Prior to Coby White's acquisition, the Hornets were a -130 in the minutes that LaMelo was off the floor.

From White's first game on Feb. 24, Charlotte was a +94 with White on the floor and Ball sitting.

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NEW | Report Card: Williams & Bridges

Join @richierandall as he breaks down the seasons of Grant Williams and Miles Bridges. He spotlights the strengths of these players while pinpointing their drawbacks.

LISTEN: https://t.co/k5NcP3mBbn

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NEW | 2026 Mock Offseason

Join us as we partake in the draft, field trade offers, negotiate with free agents, and settle on a roster.

LISTEN: https://t.co/YQgzvapOrT

[Richie @richierandall]

"When [Miles Bridges] tries to insert himself as trying to be the first or second option or try to do something that isn't totally within the flow of the offense, it's not pretty."

FULL EPISODE OUT ON WEDNESDAY!

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NEW | Report Card: Kon Knueppel

Join @richierandall for the penultimate episode as he grades the rookie's season. He looks at his shooting prowess, his underrated defensive game, and his flaws.

LISTEN (18 min): https://t.co/rgHpLnBv17

[Richie @richierandall]

Just recorded another Player Report Card, this one on Kon Knueppel. I highlight his shooting inside and outside the arc, his underrated defense, and his lack of athleticism.

It'll be out tomorrow for our Buzz Beat Plus subscribers!

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NEW | Join @bgeis_bird and @truzzbuzz as they profile some bigs in the upcoming draft.

▪️Chris Cenac
▪️Hannes Steinbach
▪️Jayden Quaintance
▪️Aday Mara
▪️Morez Johnson

LISTEN: https://t.co/qqPqCNCVi0

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Should the Hornets use both picks (14 & 18) this year?

Watch the thoughts of the co-hosts as they all don’t agree.

https://t.co/RactC6GBwH

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NEW | Around the Horn(ets)

@richierandall poses a handful of debatable statements to @bgeis_bird, @British_Buzz, and @malquiza8.

The topics range from trading up in the draft to the avoidance of drafting a guard.

LISTEN: https://t.co/BUYeRw2A50

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Assuming Hornets keep 14 and 18, which hypothetical pairing of draftees would you be most excited about?

[Richie @richierandall]

🔉 | Over on our Substack, we’re going live around 5:15 PM to debate some topics related to the Hornets’ draft strategy.

Should they trade up? Should they even draft two rookies?

All that and more this evening over on Buzz Beat Plus Substack.

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Did you miss yesterday's episode with @British_Buzz and @truzzbuzz?

The two break down the strengths, weaknesses, and team fit of:
- Labaron Philon Jr.
- Ebuka Okorie
- Bennett Stirtz.

LISTEN: https://t.co/ATWGslr5G8

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NEW | Report Card: Miller, Salaün

Join @richierandall and @bgeis_bird for a concise, but detailed breakdown of Brandon Miller and Tidjane Salaün's '25-26 season.

The two look at strengths and weaknesses and hand out a letter grade!

LISTEN (44 min): https://t.co/x1qmjosQSP

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NEW | B.Burries, D. Swain, C.Carr

@malquiza8 + @British_Buzz share the strengths, weaknesses, fit within the Hornets’ roster, and interest in these wing prospects.

LISTEN: https://t.co/HTB3KkDSit

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NEW | Draft Strategy with Tyler Rucker (@tyler_rucker)

▪️Draft Class: Strengths and Weaknesses
▪️Player Intel and Character
▪️The Rise of Hannes Steinbach
▪️The Safe Bet: Morez Johnson Jr.

LISTEN: https://t.co/GYjkOoEo6b

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NEW | Prospect Profile (1 hr. 22 min)

@bgeis_bird and @British_Buzz break down Yaxel Lendeborg, Nate Ament, Karim López, and Koa Peat.

LISTEN: https://t.co/n7wzYwc4dB

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NEW | Report Card: Diabaté

▪️Short-roll opportunities
▪️ Motor on offensive glass
▪️ Unlocking defensive switching
▪️ Physical limitations

LISTEN (19 min): https://t.co/mgVyMJwzJX

[Richie @richierandall]

The Player Report Card series continues tomorrow with the grading of Moussa Diabaté.

He was instrumental in securing extra points for the Hornets and drawing fouls on the offensive glass.

Join Buzz Beat Plus to hear the full 18-minute episode!

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NEW (28 min) | Report Card: Ball, James

Join @richierandall as he breaks down the seasons for LaMelo Ball and Sion James. He looks at the highs and lows.

LINK: https://t.co/jCpRiMtCkO

[Richie @richierandall]

👀 Our Player Report Card series continues tomorrow with LaMelo Ball and Sion James. I'll look at the strengths and weaknesses for both players and hand out letter grades.

🔊@buzzbeatpod

LINK: https://t.co/MMzd0i6BpW