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In the NO Podcast Episode 89: Preseason Observations and Vasquez starting?
Michael and I talk about this weeks three games, whether Vasquez is at risk to lose his starting gig, and pretty much come up with the list of players who have probably already played themselves out of the rotation. We then preview the Houston Rockets and Phoenix Suns for you and last, engage in some […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 75: Free Agent Extravaganza!
Free Agency started today and Michael and I talk Eric Gordon, the trade rumors around him, and then address all the other potential free agents that are floating out around there. Plus . . . Batum?!? For that much? Really? Enjoy the Podcast! Want it on Itunes?
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In the NO Podcast Episode 74: D-day Wrap-up
D(avis) Day is here! Michael and I recap the draft, argue about Austin Rivers vociferously, talk more calmly about Darius Miller, and then try to figure out what this draft means for players like Belinelli, Aminu and Henry. Last, we debate the potency of the Hornets backcourt. It was a good night, people! Enjoy the […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 73: The Big Day Approaches
Michael and I present to you our Big Boards – the prospects as we see them – and fully expect mountains of vitriol to be heaped upon us. You hear us Lillardians? We are not afraid of you!!! We close with a few potential trades that seem to be out there (Deng or Noah or […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 72: Farewell to OkAriza
Michael and I talk about the big trade that sent Okafor and Ariza to the Wizards and what it means for the Hornets, short and long term, and if it impacts their draft at all. Exciting times in the NO. Enjoy the Podcast! Want it on Itunes?
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In the NO Podcast Episode 71: What do you want for 10?
Michael and I talk about trades involving the tenth pick. What we want in return for it, what picks we could get for players like J-Smitty and Ayon, and what sort of players will be available later in the first round. Lastly, Michael coins a new nickname for Anthony Davis that I can get behind. […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 70: The 10th Pick Tourney Continues
Michael and I are joined by Mike Schmitz of DratExpress.com and ESPN Truehoop’s Valley of the Suns to talk about the prospects the Hornets could be picking at number 10. if you haven’t seen his work – go check it out. Then, afterwards, we discuss Michael’s suggestion of CP3 returning – who to try and cherry pick from the […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 69, Dude: A cagey front office
Michael and I talk about how the front office won’t say they are taking Anthony Davis – and then we talk about all the people they could possibly take at 10. Michael gets heated about Kendall Marshall and Austin Rivers, and I still have a man-crush on Sullinger but have a a few other guys […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 68: A winner is us
Michael and I react giddily to the news the Hornets won the first pick of the NBA Draft and the rights to draft Anthony Davis out of Kentucky. He’s a Gamechanger, folks. We talk all kinds of impacts. Enjoy the Podcast! Want it on Itunes? Oh – New Owners, New Star, probable new Name? Pack […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 67: All Eric Gordon
Ryan and Michael talk Eric Gordon. Lots of Eric Gordon. They talk his trade value, his injury history and what it might mean, they trade him, they don’t trade him, he signs for millions or just the qualifying offer. They try to predict where he’ll be next year. If Eric Gordon is on your mind, […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 66: Special Guest David Thorpe weighs in on the young guys
Special Guest David Thorpe – NBA trainer, coach, and writer from ESPN.com – joins Michael and I to talk the young players on this team – what they need to do to grow, what they should and can focus on, and talks other young guys in the draft. He also seems to proscribe a trip […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 65: Kentucky or UNC?
With a good eight members of the fourteen lottery slots in this comnig draft likely to be filled by players from Kentucky and UNC, Michael arranged for bloggers covering those teams to come on and walk us through each of those potential lottery picks and their strengths and weaknesses. Our first guest is Glenn Logan […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 64: Part 1 and Part 2
Michael and I record a two-part podcast for your listening pleasure. In part 1, we talk the end of the season, lottery odds, Point-Counterpoint about Eric Gordon playing in the Olympics, and because we can’t stop ourselves, a little about the players in the draft. In part 2, we roleplay. Michael is Dell Demps, I […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 63: Charlotte, AFA and drafting a keeper
Michael and I talk about the week that was, reminisce about one of the worst basketball games they’ve ever seen, and then Michael brings up just how often players drafted by their own team get a second contract from that team. The answer will surprise you. I know I was. Enjoy the Podcast! Want it […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 62: What’s with all the Winning?
After taking a week off for Easter, Michael and I have the bizarre experience of reviewing a record of 5-2 for the team? Freakish – and alarming! We also talk Aminu’s improvement, Ayon’s regression, Gordon’s contract, Ariza’s benching, and Monty Williams calling Marco a Beast and “Everything he wants this team to be.” Wow. Yes, […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 59: Leases and No Tradesies
Ryan and Michael talk about the disappointments and impact to the league by the trade deadline, Jason Calmes joins the guys to talk about the new Lease proposal working it’s way through the legislature, and Michael McNamara just can’t abide winning. Stupid New Jersey Nets and Deron Williams. Will sourpuss Deron ever stop being a […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 58: Minnesota’s Pick
Ryan and Michael spend a good bit of time talking about Rubio’s injury and what impact it may have on the league standings and the Hornets’ second first-rounder. Then, they talk Kaman’s value to the team, predict which games may be wins during this week’s slate of patsies, and make a prediction for results of […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 55: The Value of a Bench Player
Michael and I talk about the strong showing by this team, talk about ownership and the announcement made by David Stern this weekend, and talk about how they really feel about finding ‘the point guard of the future.’ Last, we ask you for your trade ideas for the next week podcasts. It’ll be a Trade […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 53: Interview with Hornets’ President Hugh Weber
Hornets’ President Hugh Weber joins Ryan Schwan and Jason Calmes on the In the NO Podcast, addressing topics in the following order: Attendance and the I’m In campaign Timetable for Ownership and a new Lease Agreement (The want ownership and Gordon back for renewal drive) Primary Hornets’ considerations for the new TV Deal Engaging Local […]
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In the NO Podcast Episode 52: Flying Basketball Players
Michael and I talk about the Hornets and their losing ways, Gustavo Ayon, Ariza playing too damn much, and then are joined by Jason Calmes as Michael rants about life, liberty, and the pursuit of flying basketball players. You read that right. Enjoy the Podcast! Want it on Itunes?