
Hornets Hive Cast
Charlotte Hornets
Voice of the Hornets, Sam Farber, delivers meaningful basketball conversations with meaningful basketball people.
Location:
United States
Networks:
Charlotte Hornets
Description:
Voice of the Hornets, Sam Farber, delivers meaningful basketball conversations with meaningful basketball people.
Language:
English
Website:
https://www.hornets.com
Episodes
12-8-25 - Shorthanded Hornets Fall to Denver
12/8/2025
With six rotational players being unavailable, the Hornets hung with the team with the best offense in the Association, but Charlotte ultimately fell 115-106 against Denver. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and also discuss how the Hornets can get healthy with multiple days off before their next contest.
Duration:00:24:32
12-6-25 - Buzz City Wins North of the Border In Toronto, Denver Preview
12/6/2025
The Hornets wrapped up a three-game road trip in Toronto, and for the second time in less than a week they defeated the Raptors by a final score of 111-86. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break down the game and pick their top performers from the evening, and also preview Charlotte's next game against Denver.
Duration:00:35:03
12-5-25 - Hornets Wrap Up Road Trip in Toronto
12/5/2025
As the Hornets finish up a three-game road swing north of the border, Sam Farber and Rob Longo of the Hornets Radio Network preview the matchup. The two also look at the lay of the land across the Eastern Conference through 20 games and also discuss the life and legacy of Elden Campbell.
Duration:00:23:34
12-4-25 - LaMelo's Big Night in the Big Apple Not Enough for Hornets Against New York
12/4/2025
LaMelo Ball scored 16 of his team-high 34 points in the fourth quarter, but it wasn't enough to defeat the Knicks, as Charlotte fell 119-104 against New York on the road. Rob Longo and the host of Hornets Postgame on the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ Will Palaszczuk break down the game and select their silver-lining performances, and also talk about the spotlight that has shined on Hornets Rookie Kon Knueppel the last couple of days.
Duration:00:28:50
12-3-25 - Knicks Preview with Chris McClain
12/3/2025
Chris McClain, better known as "Mac" from the Mac and Bone Show on the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ, stops by to preview Charlotte's game in New York with Sam Farber. The two also check the pulse on Hornets fans so far this season and some statistics that may correlate with the current record of the Hornets.
Duration:00:24:35
12-2-25 - Hornets Drop Road Game in Brooklyn
12/2/2025
After two impressive wins at home, the Hornets were looking to build off that momentum, but turnover issues brought Charlotte back down to Earth in a 116-103 loss at Brooklyn. Rob Longo and Sam Perley break the game down and select their silver-lining performances, and also discuss Sam's latest story at Hornets.com surrounding Moussa Diabate and his rebounding ability.
Duration:00:26:37
12-1-25 - Hornets Kick off Road Trip in Brooklyn
12/1/2025
It's no sleep till Brooklyn for the Hornets, as Charlotte will look to make it three-straight wins against the Nets to kick off a three-game road trip. Sam Farber and Rob Longo preview the matchup, and also preview the newly revised schedule for Charlotte coming up in a few weeks.
Duration:00:28:54
11-30-25 - Hornets Complete Comeback Against Toronto in OT, Sion James Interview
11/30/2025
Despite being down 17 points in the first quarter, the Hornets chipped away at Toronto on the second night of a back-to-back, as Kon Knueppel tied the game late to force overtime, where the Hornets took their first lead of the game and held on for good. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break it all down and pick their stars of the night, and Sam sits down with Sion James in front of a live audience after the game to discuss the recent run the Hornets are on, as well as some questions from fans.
Duration:00:32:15
11-29-25 - Hornets Stop the Slide Against Chicago, Raptors Preview
11/29/2025
The Hornets finally saw their seven-game losing streak come to an end against Chicago 123-116 at home, thanks to strong performances from several key players. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and pick their stars of the night, and also preview the Charlotte's next game against Toronto on the second night of a back-to-back.
Duration:00:30:34
11-27-25 - Hornets Drop Game Against New York, Chicago Preview
11/27/2025
The Hornets kicked off a three-game homestand against New York, and Charlotte ultimately fell 129-101 to the Knicks. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the game and discuss their silver-lining performances, and also preview the next game for Buzz City against the Chicago Bulls.
Duration:00:32:49
11-26-25 - Knicks Preview with Terrence Oglesby
11/26/2025
As Charlotte kicks off a three-game homestand surrounding the Thanksgiving holiday, Terrence Oglesby of Hornets on FanDuel Sports Network stops by to preview the Hornets taking on the Knicks with Sam Farber. The two also discuss the hot start to Kon Knueppel's NBA career, and also how some analytics surrounding the Hornets this season could bring some optimism despite the current injuries to the team.
Duration:00:25:39
11-24-25 - Shorthanded Hornets Lose Close One in Atlanta
11/24/2025
Heading into Atlanta on the second night of a back-to-back, the Hornets were much more shorthanded than they were in the previous game against the Clippers, as LaMelo Ball and Brandon Miller sat out for injury management. Despite missing some firepower, the Hornets nearly pulled out the win, eventually falling 113-110 to the Hawks. Rob Longo and Sam Perley discuss the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and also discuss Sam's recent article on Hornets.com highlighting Charlotte rookie Sion James and his path to the NBA.
Duration:00:30:24
11-23-25 - Brandon Miller Returns in Loss to Clippers, Hawks Preview
11/23/2025
The Hornets got good news on the injury front as Brandon Miller returned to the lineup for the first time in 13 games, but James Harden's big afternoon going for 55 points resulted in a 131-116 loss for Charlotte. Rob Longo and the lead writer of Hornets.com Sam Perley discuss the game and select their silver-lining performances, and also preview Charlotte's game in Atlanta on the second night of a back-to-back.
Duration:00:28:42
11-21-25 - Clippers Preview with Joey Ellis
11/21/2025
Joey Ellis of Queen City News makes his maiden voyage on the HHC with Sam Farber to preview Charlotte's showdown at home with the LA Clippers. The two also discuss the impressive run of Kon Knueppel to start off his NBA career.
Duration:00:23:49
11-20-25 - Hornets Comeback Attempt Falls Short in Indiana
11/20/2025
As the Hornets wrapped up a two-game road trip in Indiana, the hot shooting of the Pacers put the Hornets in an early deficit at halftime. Charlotte couldn't climb out of the hole despite a strong fourth quarter, ultimately falling 127-118. Rob Longo and the host of Hornets Postgame on the flagship station Sports Radio WFNZ Will Palaszczuk discuss the game and pick their silver-lining performances, and also chat about the latest NBA rookie ladder that recently debuted with two Hornets cracking the top four.
Duration:00:29:24
11-19-25 - Pacers Preview with Eric Collins
11/19/2025
As the Hornets prepare to wrap up a two-game road trip in Indiana, the TV voice of the Hornets, Eric Collins, joins Sam Farber to preview the matchup. The two also discuss the state of the team so far this season, as well as Eric's new role on a national level, joining Prime's NBA coverage this season.
Duration:00:26:14
11-18-25 - Hornets Lose Heartbreaker in Toronto, Brandon Miller Injury Update
11/18/2025
It was a good news/bad news kind of day for the Hornets, who fell in the waning moments of a close one at Toronto, 110-108 despite great performances from Miles Bridges, LaMelo Ball and Kon Knueppel. However, the team also got good news on the injury front as Brandon Miller returned to basketball activities. Rob Longo is joined by Sam Perley to break it all down.
Duration:00:23:54
11-17-25 - Hornets Kick off Road Trip in Toronto
11/17/2025
The Hornets will begin a two-game road swing with a stop north of the border taking on a hot Toronto Raptors team. Sam Farber and Rob Longo preview the matchup, and also discuss the great start to Kon Knueppel's rookie season.
Duration:00:30:33
11-16-25 - Hornets Debut City Edition Remix Jerseys and Court Against OKC
11/16/2025
Facing the tall task of taking on Oklahoma City on the second night of a back-to-back, the shorthanded Hornets fell 109-96. Sam Farber and Rob Longo break down the contest, and as Buzz City debuted the Hooper's Paradise uniforms and court, Sam is joined by Seth Bennett, Chief Marketing Officer at Hornets Sports and Entertainment, to discuss the inspiration behind the jerseys, as well as future City Edition uniforms and courts we can see in the future.
Duration:00:21:02
11-15-25 - Hornets Fall in OT at Milwaukee, Thunder Preview
11/15/2025
The Hornets kicked off a back-to-back on the road at Milwaukee and went toe-to-toe with the Bucks, but ultimately fell in overtime by a final score of 147-134. Rob Longo and Sam Perley discuss the game and pick their silver-lining performances of the evening, and also preview Charlotte's next game at home against Oklahoma City.
Duration:00:33:57