Can COBY be Coby? | Remembering the DILLY Era | Training Camp BEGINS

Charlotte Hornets Media Day delivered intriguing storylines, and this episode covers all the buzz. Walker Mehl and Doug Branson weigh in on Coby White’s ascension to starting point guard after LaMelo Ball's departure, highlighting how White’s honest remarks reveal a player energized by new responsibility and the challenge of orchestrating a deep, versatile roster. Listeners will gain perspective on how White’s new role, unique compared to his previous stints in Chicago and Charlotte, could shape the Hornets’ offensive identity this season. The episode doesn’t sidestep front office moves either, with sharp analysis of the Rob Dillingham saga—why the Hornets waived the rookie guard within hours amid a roster crunch and what this means for future GM strategy. Walker Mehl and Doug Branson also debate fan reactions to missed opportunities with trade acquisitions and lay out why this front office doesn’t prioritize sentimental “local hero” signings over NBA talent. On the player development front, the rookie buzz is real: Michael Ajayi’s early impact in camp, validated by veteran endorsements, signals a new level of competitiveness. The show previews intriguing training camp battles, particularly among frontcourt prospects like Hannes Steinbach, Ryan Kalkbrenner, and PJ Hall, and what lineup flexibility means for Coach Charles Lee’s first season. Follow & Subscribe on all Podcast platforms… 🎧 https://linktr.ee/lockedonhornets Be an official member of the Everydayer Club/Sicko Brigade If you never miss an episode, it’s time to make it official. Join the Locked On Everydayer Club and get ad-free audio, access to our members-only Discord, and more — all built for our most loyal fans. Click here to learn more and join your team’s community: https://lockedonpodcasts.com/everyday... Become an official member of the Locked On Hornets Sub text and get Hornets news, rumors and pictures of Byron Mullens sent directly to your phone via Subtext (14 Day Free Trial): https://joinsubtext.com/lockedonhornets Locked On NBA League-Wide: Every Team, Fantasy, Draft, WNBA & More 🎧 https://lockedonpodcasts.com/leagues/nba Get Doug's gamenotes, special articles and a podcast on Hornets history at the Every Hornets Boxscore substack: everyhornetsboxscore.com Get more Walker on Wes and Walker 12-3pm on WFNZ 92.7 FM 📲 Follow Locked On Hornets on Twitter Locked On Hornets Twitter: LockedOnHornets Walker Mehl Twitter: WalkerMehl Doug Branson Twitter: DougBransonLOH Evan Hale https://x.com/TheRealEvanHale Support Us By Supporting Our Sponsors! 5-Hour ENERGY Ignite your taste buds with the flavor of the summer. Get a Firework Freeze 5-hour ENERGY®️ shot today. For more information, visit https://FiveHourEnergy.com. Odoo Great organizations win because operations matter. And that’s why you should get Odoo. Try for free today at https://Odoo.com/lockedon. KALSHI For a limited time, download the Kalshi app and use code LOCKEDON to get ten dollars when you trade ten. Kalshi. Trade on anything. Indeed Listeners of this show get a $75 Sponsored Job Credit to help give your job the premium placement it deserves at http://Indeed.com/podcast Gametime Today's episode is brought to you by Gametime. Download the Gametime app, create an account, and use code LOCKEDON for $20 off your first purchase. Terms and conditions apply. FanDuel Today's episode is brought to you by FanDuel. From the opening whistle to the final kick, Let There Be Goals on FanDuel. Visit https://FANDUEL.COM to get started now. FANDUEL DISCLAIMER: 21+ in select states. First online real money wager only. Bonus issued as nonwithdrawable free bets that expires in 14 days. Restrictions apply. See terms at sportsbook.fanduel.com. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER or visit FanDuel.com/RG (CO, IA, MD, MI, NJ, PA, IL, VA, WV), 1-800-NEXT-STEP or text NEXTSTEP to 53342 (AZ), 1-888-789-7777 or visit ccpg.org/chat (CT), 1-800-9-WITH-IT (IN), 1-800-522-4700 (WY, KS) or visit ksgamblinghelp.com (KS), 1-877-770-STOP (LA), 1-877-8-HOPENY or text HOPENY (467369) (NY), TN REDLINE 1-800-889-9789 (TN) #Hornets #LaMelo #LaMeloBall #CharlotteHornets #KonKnueppel