Charlotte Hornets

Hornets podcast: Eric Collins on his unique style, Dell Curry synergy, LaMelo’s growth

Charlotte Hornets play-by-play sports announcer Eric Collins takes notes prior to conducting a pregame segment with color commentator Dell Curry on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. The Charlotte Hornets faced the Boston Celtics in NBA action at Spectrum Center.
Charlotte Hornets play-by-play sports announcer Eric Collins takes notes prior to conducting a pregame segment with color commentator Dell Curry on Wednesday, March 9, 2022. The Charlotte Hornets faced the Boston Celtics in NBA action at Spectrum Center. jsiner@charlotteobserver.com

It’s hard to believe, but Eric Collins is nearing the completion of his eighth season as the television play-by-play voice of the Charlotte Hornets.

In the latest episode of The QC Hornets’ Nest, Collins gives insight on his unique style behind the microphone and how he’s able to bring so much energy to each broadcast. He also explains what’s behind his easy going synergy with analyst Dell Curry, his favorite NBA city, LaMelo Ball’s third season and how the Hornets’ star point guard can reach the next level and more.

The weekly podcast can also be found on Apple and Spotify.

Roderick Boone
The Charlotte Observer
Roderick Boone joined the Observer in September 2021 to cover the Charlotte Hornets and NBA. In his more than two decades of writing about the world of sports, he’s chronicled everything from high school rodeo to a major league baseball no-hitter to the Super Bowl to the Finals. The Long Island native has deep North Carolina roots and enjoys watching “The Fresh Prince of Bel Air” endlessly. Support my work with a digital subscription
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