Episodes

Carolina Hurricanes can clinch a playoff berth tonight; Charlotte Hornets fighting for play-in position
April 2, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes can clinch a playoff berth tonight; Charlotte Hornets fighting for play-in position

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview tonight's Carolina Hurricanes game against the Columbus Blue Jackets at the Lenovo Center- can the Canes collect the win and clinch an eighth straight playoff berth? Also, they discuss the Cha...
Justin Gainey wants to build NC State with in-state talent; John Andrzejek leaves Campbell after one season
April 2, 2026

Justin Gainey wants to build NC State with in-state talent; John Andrzejek leaves Campbell after one season

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss Justin Gainey's introductory press conference as the new NC State basketball coach. What will be the expectations for his team, and how will he build the roster heading into next season? Also,...
NC State to formally introduce Justin Gainey as hoops coach today; Tiger Woods steps away
April 1, 2026

NC State to formally introduce Justin Gainey as hoops coach today; Tiger Woods steps away

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to discuss NC State hiring Justin Gainey as its new head men's basketball coach. What will next season's roster look like once Gainey gets to work? Al...
Ehlers matches career high in Carolina Hurricanes win; NFL says goodbye to MNF doubleheaders
April 1, 2026

Ehlers matches career high in Carolina Hurricanes win; NFL says goodbye to MNF doubleheaders

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-2 win in Columbus against the Blue Jackets. With the powerplay humming and Nikolaj Ehlers matching his career high in points, what's most important for the Canes in th...
Carolina Hurricanes can surpass last season's point total tonight; Is ABS working in MLB?
March 31, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes can surpass last season's point total tonight; Is ABS working in MLB?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' matchup with the Columbus Blue Jackets- can the Canes hit the 100-point mark with a victory tonight? Also, they discuss whether the introduction of automated ball-stri...
What to expect from Justin Gainey at NC State; UNC willing to wait in hiring new basketball coach
March 31, 2026

What to expect from Justin Gainey at NC State; UNC willing to wait in hiring new basketball coach

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss what Justin Gainey will bring to NC State basketball as the new head coach. How quickly will we see defensive improvement from the Wolfpack? Also, they break down the current rumored options f...
NC State reportedly hiring Justin Gainey as new basketball coach; Charlotte Hornets drop two crucial games
March 30, 2026

NC State reportedly hiring Justin Gainey as new basketball coach; Charlotte Hornets drop two crucial games

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the breaking news of NC State reportedly hiring Tennessee associate head coach Justin Gainey to be their new head basketball coach. Can the Wolfpack turn things around quickly after the Will ...
Duke basketball collapses out of the NCAA Tournament; Montreal has the Carolina Hurricanes' number
March 30, 2026

Duke basketball collapses out of the NCAA Tournament; Montreal has the Carolina Hurricanes' number

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap Duke basketball's collapse in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament against UConn. How did the Blue Devils manage to blow a lead and bow out of the big dance for the third consecutive year? Als...
Back-to-back weekend ahead for Carolina Hurricanes; Charlotte Hornets snap Knicks' win streak
March 27, 2026

Back-to-back weekend ahead for Carolina Hurricanes; Charlotte Hornets snap Knicks' win streak

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview a weekend back-to-back for the Carolina Hurricanes at the Lenovo Center, where the Canes will host the New Jersey Devils and Montreal Canadiens. Also, they discuss MLB opening day, and finish ...
What's next for NC State after Will Wade departure? Duke faces St. John's in Sweet 16
March 27, 2026

What's next for NC State after Will Wade departure? Duke faces St. John's in Sweet 16

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss what the next steps are for NC State basketball after Will Wade's abrupt departure for LSU. They also preview Duke's matchup with St. John's in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament.
More reports confirm Will Wade's NC State exit after one season
March 26, 2026

More reports confirm Will Wade's NC State exit after one season

Paul Ihander & Max Goren continue to react to multiple sources confirming NC State coach Will Wade is leaving to return to his former position as head basketball coach at LSU. What does this mean for the Wolfpack moving forwa...
Will Wade is leaving NC State for LSU; UNC coaching candidates deny interest
March 26, 2026

Will Wade is leaving NC State for LSU; UNC coaching candidates deny interest

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the reports confirming Will Wade's exit from NC State basketball after just one season. They also touch on some top UNC coaching candidates denying interest in the job in Chapel Hill.
Carolina Hurricanes seek 4th straight win in Montreal; The unfairness of facing UConn women's basketball
March 24, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes seek 4th straight win in Montreal; The unfairness of facing UConn women's basketball

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' road matchup with the Montreal Canadiens, discussing what the Canes can do down the stretch of the regular season to shore up some defensive and goaltending questions....
Hubert Davis watch continues in Chapel Hill; Is this the end of Cinderella?
March 24, 2026

Hubert Davis watch continues in Chapel Hill; Is this the end of Cinderella?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the continuing drama surrounding Hubert Davis in Chapel Hill- will he still be the coach at UNC by the end of the day? Also, they ponder whether the current college basketball landscape means ...
Hubert Davis watch continues in Chapel Hill; Is this the end of Cinderella?
March 24, 2026

Hubert Davis watch continues in Chapel Hill; Is this the end of Cinderella?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the continuing drama surrounding Hubert Davis in Chapel Hill- will he still be the coach at UNC by the end of the day? Also, they ponder whether the current college basketball landscape means ...
Carolina Hurricanes will visit Finland next season; Duke advances to Sweet 16
March 23, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes will visit Finland next season; Duke advances to Sweet 16

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the breaking news of the Carolina Hurricanes participating in the 2026 edition of the NHL Global Series, which will send the Canes to Helsinki, Finland to face the Seattle Kraken in November....
Will UNC basketball move on from Hubert Davis?
March 23, 2026

Will UNC basketball move on from Hubert Davis?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the conversation around UNC basketball and coach Hubert Davis. Many media sources say Davis' days coaching the Tar Heels are numbered, but should Carolina move on? Also, they react to news of ...
Another road trip begins for the Carolina Hurricanes tonight; March Madness day 2 preview
March 20, 2026

Another road trip begins for the Carolina Hurricanes tonight; March Madness day 2 preview

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes starting a three-game road trip in Toronto against the Maple Leafs. Can the Canes go get a win against an injury-depleted Leafs team? Also, they look ahead to the secon...
VCU upsets UNC in first round of NCAA Tournament, while Duke survives against Siena
March 20, 2026

VCU upsets UNC in first round of NCAA Tournament, while Duke survives against Siena

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the first round games of the NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament for UNC and Duke. The Tar Heels led the Rams of VCU by as many as 19 points in the second half- what went wrong to lead to their ear...
Duke and UNC tip off their NCAA Tournaments today; LeBron not interested in ownership
March 19, 2026

Duke and UNC tip off their NCAA Tournaments today; LeBron not interested in ownership

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview Duke and UNC basketball's first round games in the NCAA Tournament- how far can each team go in the big dance? Also, they react to LeBron James downplaying interest in owning an NBA expansion ...
Seven combined 3rd period goals lead to Carolina Hurricanes win; Carolina Panthers signing known names
March 19, 2026

Seven combined 3rd period goals lead to Carolina Hurricanes win; Carolina Panthers signing known names

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' wild 6-5 overtime win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. How did the Canes manage to come out on top after a chaotic 3rd period? Also, they discuss the Carolina Panthers sign...
Carolina Hurricanes need to shake off ugly loss in Columbus; Charlotte Hornets stay alive in Southeast
March 18, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes need to shake off ugly loss in Columbus; Charlotte Hornets stay alive in Southeast

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-1 loss to the Columbus Blue Jackets, and they discuss the need to bounce back quickly tonight at home against Pittsburgh. They also recap the Charlotte Hornets' big wi...
NC State's basketball season ends in the First Four against Texas
March 18, 2026

NC State's basketball season ends in the First Four against Texas

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap NC State basketball's 68-66 loss to Texas in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament. Why did the Wolfpack's comeback effort fall just short? And how will coach Will Wade approach next season with...
Carolina Hurricanes headed to Columbus tonight; Is Cameron Boozer somehow underrated?
March 17, 2026

Carolina Hurricanes headed to Columbus tonight; Is Cameron Boozer somehow underrated?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' upcoming matchups with the Blue Jackets and Penguins, and what the Canes can accomplish in their final 16 regular season games. Also, they react to Duke's Cameron Booz...