Episodes

Reese. Kmac and Alex discuss if the Celtics could have gotten a better package in a Jaylen Brown deal. The Boston Celtics have reportedly traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George, two first-round draft picks, and two second-round picks. The deal marks the end of Brown's successful decade in Boston, where he won an NBA championship, earned Finals MVP honors and became a five-time All-Star. In return, the Celtics add veteran forward Paul George and valuable future ...

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss when they found out about Juneteenth. Juneteenth is June 19th. The Fourth of July, Independence Day, is July 4. When did you first learn about Juneteenth?

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss the Celtics trading Jaylen Brown and speculate why the Celtics may have panicked. The Boston Celtics have reportedly traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George, two first-round draft picks, and two second-round picks. The deal marks the end of Brown's successful decade in Boston, where he won an NBA championship, earned Finals MVP honors and became a five-time All-Star. In return, the Celtics add veteran forward Paul George and valuable...

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss the Celtics trading Jaylen Brown and if Jayson Tatum is better than Brown. The Boston Celtics have reportedly traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George, two first-round draft picks, and two second-round picks. The deal marks the end of Brown's successful decade in Boston, where he won an NBA championship, earned Finals MVP honors and became a five-time All-Star. In return, the Celtics add veteran forward Paul George and valuable future...

Reese and Alex discuss Celtics trading Jaylen Brown. The Boston Celtics have reportedly traded Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers in exchange for Paul George, two first-round draft picks, and two second-round picks. The deal marks the end of Brown's successful decade in Boston, where he won an NBA championship, earned Finals MVP honors and became a five-time All-Star. In return, the Celtics add veteran forward Paul George and valuable future draft assets, while the 76ers strengthen their ros...

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss if Serena Williams can ever be at peace with retirement from tennis? Yesterday, Serena Williams' returned to singles competition at Wimbledon. Williams' match ended in a hard-fought first-round loss to 20-year-old Australian Maya Joint after nearly four years away from singles play. Competing on Centre Court, where she won seven Wimbledon singles titles during her legendary career, Williams received a wild-card entry and showed flashes of her trademark power and resi...

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss LeBron James' decision to leave the Los Angeles Lakers, they examine why LeBron is moving on, which teams are the best fit for the four-time NBA champion, and what his departure means for both his legacy and the Lakers' future. LeBron James is officially entering NBA free agency after informing the Los Angeles Lakers that he plans to continue his career elsewhere for the 2026-27 season. His decision marks the end of a eight-year run in Los Angeles that included an NB...

Reese, Kmac and Alex debate who was better at the end of their Laker tenures, LeBron James or Kobe Bryant. It was announced yesterday that LeBron James will continue his NBA career for the 2026-27 season and informed the Los Angeles Lakers that the franchise can move on without him because he will play elsewhere. Why did LeBron leave L.A.? When comparing the end of their Laker careers, who had a better end? Where does LeBron rank among all-time great Lakers? Is he top 10? Should he get a statue?

Reese, Kmac and Alex speak with Renee Best, CEO of Anew U Counseling Services. Renee Best, LCMHCS, LPCS, is a licensed clinical mental health counselor, clinical supervisor and founder of Anew U Counseling Services. She specializes in treating trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship challenges, and life transitions using evidence-based, person-centered approaches, including EMDR and Brainspotting. Best joins the Sports Shop on this Wellness Wednesday to discuss mental health. For more i...

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss why LeBron James left the Lakers and compare the end of the Laker careers of LeBron and Kobe Bryant. It was announced yesterday that LeBron James will continue his NBA career for the 2026-27 season and informed the Los Angeles Lakers that the franchise can move on without him because he will play elsewhere. Why did LeBron leave L.A.? Where does LeBron rank among all-time great Lakers? Is he top 10? Should he get a statue?

Reese and Alex discuss Serena Williams' return at Wimbledon, LeBron James leaving the Lakers and where he could he potentially be headed. It was announced yesterday that LeBron James will continue his NBA career for the 2026-27 season and informed the Los Angeles Lakers that the franchise can move on without him because he will play elsewhere. Where should LeBron go next? Where will he? Where does LeBron rank among all-time great Lakers? Is he top 10? Should he get a statue? Yesterday, Serena W...

Reese and Alex discuss NBA free agency and LeBron James reportedly leaving the Lakers after 8 years. It was announced yesterday that LeBron James will continue his NBA career for the 2026-27 season and informed the Los Angeles Lakers that the franchise can move on without him because he will play elsewhere. Where does LeBron rank among all-time great Lakers? Is he top 10? Should he get a statue? What other moves were made in free agency yesterday?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss which NBA franchise has treated its star the worst lately and Pam’s upcoming vacation plans as she heads out for a well-deserved break. The Boston Celtics have disrespected Jaylen Brown by frequently involving him in trade talks despite everything he’s done for the franchise, the Lakers and LeBron James have not been in communication as he enters free agency, Kawhi Leonard is in trade talks, and LaMelo Ball and Ja Morant have been traded recently. With all of th...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Lions releasing Terrion Arnold following his felony arrest, the Bills' decision not to honor O.J. Simpson at their new stadium despite his Hall of Fame career and the federal gambling indictment against former NBA player Malik Beasley and what it could mean for his future. The Detroit Lions released cornerback Terrion Arnold just hours after a Florida judge set his bond at $1M following his arrest on eight felony charges, including four counts each of armed ...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Chris Johnson's ALS diagnosis and the sports world's reaction, as well as if LeBron should leave the Lakers for Golden State. Former star running back Chris "CJ2k" Johnson revealed yesterday that he has ALS and the disease had quickly progressed. Johnson divulged the information on 'Good Morning America'. How did this happen? Yesterday, Draymond Green declined his nearly $28M player option for the 2026-27 season with the Warriors and will become a free agent. Gr...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Grizzlies trading Ja Morant to Portland, Draymond Green's pay cut and what it could mean for a potential LeBron James pursuit by the Warriors, and whether the Sports Shop crew would rather build a franchise around Jaylen Brown or Luka Dončić. The Memphis Grizzlies traded Ja Morant to Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray yesterday. Who wins this trade? How will Ja fit on the Blazers? Can he stay out of trouble in Portland? With a crowded backcourt, ...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Grizzlies trading Ja Morant and Reese's experience the 66th Annual National Sports Media Association (NSMA) Awards Banquet and National Convention. The Memphis Grizzlies traded Ja Morant to Trail Blazers for Jerami Grant and Kris Murray yesterday. Who wins this trade? How will Ja fit on the Blazers? Can he stay out of trouble in Portland? With a crowded backcourt, who will the Blazers trade next? The 66th Annual N ational Sports Media Association (NSMA) Awards Ban...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the start of Wimbledon and the return of Serena Williams. Wimbledon is the world's oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament. It is h eld annually in southwest London at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC), it is the only one of the four annual Grand Slam events still played on the sport's original surface: grass. This year, Wimbledon begins today and will span from Mon, Jun 29, 2026 – Sun, Jul 12, 2026. Are you excited for Wimbledon? What s...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Jaylen Brown's fiery response to critics, whether the Celtics star continues to be one of the NBA's most disrespected players, the Charlotte Hornets' interesting roster moves following the Miles Bridges and LaMelo Ball trades and other NBA rumors. Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown forcefully criticized the growing influence of analytics in basketball after an anonymous NBA analytics staffer, quoted by ESPN's Bobby Marks , reportedly claimed Brown would rank as on...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Jaylen Brown's fiery response to critics, whether the Celtics star continues to be one of the NBA's most disrespected players, the Charlotte Hornets' interesting roster moves following the Miles Bridges and LaMelo Ball trades and the ongoing debate over whether ESPN's Malika Andrews is unfairly critical of Black male athletes. Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown forcefully criticized the growing influence of analytics in basketball after an anonymous NBA analytics ...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Jaylen Brown's fiery response to critics, whether the Celtics star continues to be one of the NBA's most disrespected players, the Charlotte Hornets' interesting roster moves following the Miles Bridges and LaMelo Ball trades and the ongoing debate over whether ESPN's Malika Andrews is unfairly critical of Black male athletes. Boston Celtics star Jaylen Brown forcefully criticized the growing influence of analytics in basketball after an anonymous NBA analytics ...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the start of Wimbledon. Wimbledon is the world's oldest and most prestigious tennis tournament. It is h eld annually in southwest London at the All England Lawn Tennis and Croquet Club (AELTC), it is the only one of the four annual Grand Slam events still played on the sport's original surface: grass. This year, Wimbledon begins today and will span from Mon, Jun 29, 2026 – Sun, Jul 12, 2026. Sports Shop intern, Houston Hooker, joins the Sports Shop to discuss Wimbledo...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss their Good Looks and Bad Looks on this Good Look Bad Look Monday. It is Good Look Bad Look Monday! What are your Good Looks and Bad Looks? How was your weekend? The 2026 BET Awards, officially titled "Culture's Biggest Night," took place on last night at the Peacock Theater in Los Angeles, hosted by comedian Druski. The ceremony recognized the year's top achievements in music, film, television, and sports, while celebrating pioneers across entertainment. Did you watch...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Hornets trading LaMelo Ball to the Timberwolves, who won the deal and they debate if the size of an engagement ring matters. The Minnesota Timberwolves have officially acquired LaMelo Ball and Josh Green from the Charlotte Hornets in a blockbuster trade. In exchange, Charlotte receives Naz Reid, an unprotected 2033 first-round pick, first-round pick swaps in 2028, 2029, and 2030, and three second-round picks (2029, 2032, and 2033). The deal signals Minnesota's com...