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Dave DuFour and Zena Keita react to the Hornets latest blowout win, their recent success, and Donovan Mitchell’s big night for the Cavaliers. Then, Josh Robbins joins the show to react to Orlando’s loss to Cleveland, the problems with their offense, and their plans for the trade deadline.
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Host: Dave DuFour
With: Zena Keita and Josh Robbins
Executive Producer: Andrew Schlecht
Audio/Video Producer: Alex Oliver
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