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Hornets lose lead at end. Again.

For the last non-hail-mary possessions of the game, the Hornets went Gordon Iso. Because, you know, that’s worked all year. Well, it worked in one game. So let’s keep doing it!
The Missing Piece: Unveiling the Big Board

It’s that time basketball fans. Whether you get sucked into March Madness for the pure love of the game or for the love of your bracket, we will all be watching...
In the NO Podcast Episode 124: The RPG and AD is already Dominating

As Anthony Davis continues to get long minutes, Ryan and Michael area already starting to debate wether Skynet is the best player on the floor in each game. We also talk...
Hornets Beat: Monty Williams

This edition of Hornet Beat is just about all Monty Williams. Guest starring is the stupendous Will Hibert from At The Hive. 1. What grade would you give Monty for the...
Grizzlies Pull Away in Third Quarter, Defeat Hornets 96-85

The Hornets trailed 20-13 with 2:28 left in the first quarter when Anthony Davis checked in and New Orleans put Anderson and Davis next to each other for the first time...
Game On: Hornets @ Grizzlies

Since the All-Star break the Hornets are 2-7 and have lost Jason Smith and Austin Rivers to season ending injuries. They started off by losing heartbreakers to Cleveland and Dallas, but...
The Missing Piece: Building an Advanced Team

Last Week, the MIT Sloan Sports Analytics Conference took place in Boston, and some interesting presentations were made that might or might not influence decision makers in the NBA, both now...
In the NO Podcast Episode 123: The Collapse, Monty, and The Worst Defensive Play Ever

Michael and I rant about the Lakers game. And the Orlando Game. And we present the Worst Defensive Play ever award, after being given not one, not two, but THREE distinctly...
Hornets Beat: Rookies, Tom Benson, and the Future

This week on Hornets Beat our writers take on Austin Rivers, Darius Miller, the future, and the first season of Tom Benson’s ownership. 1. What will the Hornets record be...
In the NO Podcast Episode 122: Hornets Tanking?

Michael and I recap the week, talking about a close loss to Brooklyn, a tight win over Detroit, and a cringeworthy (or poetry-worthy) game against OKC. Since these games result in...
The Missing Piece: Modeling Models

The easiest way to figure out an answer to a question is to find someone else who has already solved it and “borrow” the answer from them. My teachers used to...
Hornets Beat: Emotion Town and Eric Gordon

After a short hiatus for Mardi Gras and the ensuing recovery, Hornets Beat heads to Emotion Town. Try to hold it together, will ya? 1. What’s the happiest moment you ever...
In the NO Podcast Episode 121: The AD Progression

Michael and I discuss the lousy trades that occurred at the deadline, and then spend more time on what those trades mean. Players staying put probably means they are more likely...
The Missing Piece: Narrowing our Focus

The Trade Deadline came and went without very much movement, but that might not be the worst thing for the Hornets. Lack of movement at this time could mean more movement...
Four Non-Gordon Deals That Make Sense for Hornets

All of the speculation as of late has been on whether or not the Hornets should move Eric Gordon. While most agree that they should, at least eventually, the disagreement seems...
Kyrie Irving Too Much as Hornets fall to Cavs

The first 43 minutes of an NBA game is so different from the final 5 minutes and there is no better evidence of this well known fact than tonight’s game against...
Trade Deadline Video Chat Recap

In our 90 minute chat, we hit on everything from Eric Gordon to Vasquez to Lopez, and we even have a special preview of Jason Calmes brand new cooking show. Enjoy!...
Eric Gordon Trade Watch: Negotiating a Deal with Milwaukee

Today ESPN posted an insider article saying Milwaukee would be a good destination for Eric Gordon. I don’t know if Mr. Gordon would agree, and seeing that he has trade veto...
In the NO Podcast Episode 120: Obi-Wan Lopez and the Trade Deadline Extravaganza!

Michael and I talk about the two previous games, preview the upcoming pair to start this week, address Anthony Davis getting boo’ed in the Rising Stars challenge and Ryan Anderson missing...
As Trade Deadline Nears, Warriors Emerge as Favorite to Land Gordon

If Eric Gordon is traded prior to the deadline this Thursday, it will most likely be to the Golden State Warriors. As reported by ESPN’s Chris Broussard last week, the Warriors...