Tosan Evbuomwan and the Swarm's Playoffs

Matt invites Jeremy Grandison to reflect on the end of the Hornets’ season. The two look back on the blowout loss to the Magic, the key questions heading into the offseason, and the strategic moves Jeff Peterson needs to make moving forward.  Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more.We have Buzz Beat apparel, including hats, shirts, and sweatshirts. Check it out here!         Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

James discusses the win over the Miami Heat, highlighting key performances and the controversial moment between Ball and Adebayo. In the final segment, Philip Rossman-Reich joins to preview the Orlando Magic. The senior writer at Orlando Magic Daily shares his thoughts on the Magic’s recent play, a potential coaching change, and a prediction for Friday night’s game.  Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more.We have Buzz Beat apparel, including hats, shirts, and sweatshirts. Check it out here!         Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Richie, Brian, and Darian react to the thrilling overtime win over the Heat in the first play-in game. The three discuss the cold three-point shooting, the rebounding battle, and playing against Miami's pace. They also highlight individual performances and debate if Charlotte would rather face Orlando or Philadelphia in Friday’s game.  Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more.We have Buzz Beat apparel, including hats, shirts, and sweatshirts. Check it out here!         Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

James invites Wes Goldberg of the Locked On Heat to preview the 9 vs. 10 matchup. Wes provides insight into the opposing team, one the Hornets have struggled to beat in postseason basketball. Will the Hornets move on in the Play-In Tournament?    Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more.We have Buzz Beat apparel, including hats, shirts, and sweatshirts. Check it out here!         Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Richie, Brian, and Matt return for the final regular season episode of 2025-26. The three spotlight Charlotte’s 4-0 week, dissect Coby White’s importance, Miles Bridges’ post-ups, and LaMelo’s hot play. It ends with a discussion on whether the Hornets would prefer Boston or Detroit in a potential first-round matchup.  Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more.We have Buzz Beat apparel, including hats, shirts, and sweatshirts. Check it out here!         Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In the latest, James invites Jeremy Grandison to reflect on some lessons learned in this 5-2 homestand. They break down the critical need for situational awareness, discipline in fouling, and the importance of managing expectations. The two end the conversation about tanking measures that the NBA is trying to put in place.  Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more.We have Buzz Beat apparel, including hats, shirts, and sweatshirts. Check it out here!         Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, we chat with Tosan Evbuomwan of the Greensboro Swarm. Evbuomwan shares his journey from Newcastle to professional basketball, details his development focus, and offers insights into his team's culture and the growing sport in the UK.  Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more.We have Buzz Beat apparel, including hats, shirts, and sweatshirts. Check it out here!         Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Richie, Brian, Matt, and James focus on LaMelo Ball’s recent performance, defensive improvements, and offensive evolution this season. They analyze his season and whether he’s worthy of an All-NBA Third Team selection. The four also spotlight the recent success of Coby White and Ryan Kalkbrenner. Lastly, they discuss some of the remaining prospects in the NCAA Tournament.  Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more.We have Buzz Beat apparel, including hats, shirts, and sweatshirts. Check it out here!         Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

On the night Dell Curry’s number 30 is retired, Richie recaps the convincing win by the Hornets over Orlando. He highlights the lack of offensive punch from the Magic while looking at the top performers from the Hornets. He ends the episode on a listener question about team needs in the offseason.  Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more.We have Buzz Beat apparel, including hats, shirts, and sweatshirts. Check it out here!         Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this episode, James discusses recent Hornets games, standings, injuries, and the Rookie of the Year race. He makes the case that Kon Knueppel should be the clear-cut favorite to win the award.    Be sure to check out Buzz Beat Plus for ad-free and exclusive episodes, Q&A sessions in the Substack chat, written content, and much more.We have Buzz Beat apparel, including hats, shirts, and sweatshirts. Check it out here!         Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.