Episodes

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Diego Pavia going undrafted after he recently signed a 3-year deal with the Baltimore Ravens and debate if Deshaun Watson should be the starter for the Cleveland Browns to open the season. Diego Pavia went undrafted in the 2026 NFL Draft. Pavia going undrafted mostly comes down to how NFL teams evaluated his traits versus his production. Pavia was productive and highly competitive at New Mexico State and Vanderbilt, but scouts tend to prioritize prototypical qua...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the potential impact of the NCAA’s proposed expansion on the future of March Madness, including how it could change tournament structure, competitiveness and opportunities for teams. The NCAA is moving toward expanding both the men’s and women’s basketball tournaments from 68 to 76 teams, with a decision expected soon and implementation possibly as early as the 2026-27 season. The proposed format would add eight additional teams and significantly expand the opening ro...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss whether the NBA’s anti-tanking efforts and debate if the league can ever fully eliminate incentives to lose while still preserving a fair path for struggling franchises to rebuild through the draft. Anti-tanking measures in the NBA are designed to discourage teams from deliberately losing games to improve their draft position. The league, under commissioner Adam Silver , has tried to curb this by flattening the lottery odds so the worst teams are no longer guaranteed ...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Pistons forcing a Game 6 behind Cade Cunningham’s 45-point explosion to keep their season alive, the Rockets continuing their comeback push by beating the Lakers in Game 5 to trim the series to 3-2 and the Cavaliers holding off the Raptors in a close-out attempt to move one win away from advancing to Round 2. The Detroit Pistons kept their season alive with a 116-109 win over the Orlando Magic in Game 5 last night powered by a spectacular 45-point performance from...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Tyler Hansbrough. Tyler Hansbrough is a North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame 2026 inductee. Ha nsbrough is a former standout forward at the University of North Carolina and arguably the greatest UNC Tar Heel in UNC basketball history. Hansbrough made his name as one of the most dominant college players of his era with the North Carolina Tar Heels , where he became a four-time All-American and helped lead the program to a national championship in 2009. Known for...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the surprise selection of Ty Simpson by the Los Angeles Rams at No. 13 in the 2026 NFL Draft, including reports of secret pre-draft meetings with Sean McVay and what those conversations might reveal about the team’s long-term plans at quarterback. The situation around Ty Simpson and the Los Angeles Rams is one of the bigger surprises of the 2026 NFL Draft. Simpson was selected 13th overall, which caught many off guard given the Rams already have Matthew Stafford...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the media attention surrounding Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd, including Bueckers’ comments emphasizing that their personal relationship is “nobody’s business” and both players’ desire to keep the focus on basketball and their performance with the Dallas Wings. The situation around Paige Bueckers and Azzi Fudd has mostly centered on media attention around their relationship since they were reunited on the Dallas Wings . Both players have acknowledged their relati...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss last night’s NBA playoff action, including the San Antonio Spurs closing out their series against the Portland Trail Blazers and advancing to the second round, while also breaking down the historic moment of LeBron James and Bronny James sharing the floor in the NBA Playoffs and the Los Angeles Lakers taking a 3-1 series lead over the Houston Rockets. In last night’s NBA playoff action, the San Antonio Spurs defeated the Portland Trail Blazers 114-95 in Game 5, ...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the potential impact of the NCAA’s proposed expansion on the future of March Madness, including how it could change tournament structure, competitiveness and opportunities for teams. The NCAA is moving toward expanding both the men’s and women’s basketball tournaments from 68 to 76 teams, with a decision expected soon and implementation possibly as early as the 2026-27 season. The proposed format would add eight additional teams and significantly expand the opening ro...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss last night’s NBA playoff action, including standout performances and key series developments across the league. In last night’s NBA playoff action, the Philadelphia 76ers defeated the Boston Celtics in a hard-fought matchup, with Joel Embiid leading the way thanks to a strong all-around performance, scoring efficiently and controlling the paint on both ends. Meanwhile, the New York Knicks beat the Atlanta Hawks , using tough defense and timely scoring runs to pull ahe...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Leonard Hamilton. Leonard Hamilton is a North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame 2026 inductee. Hamilton is a longtime college basketball coach who was recently announced as a 2026 inductee into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame. Hamilton is best known for his long and successful tenure at Florida State Seminoles men’s basketball , where he built the program into a consistent NCAA Tournament contender and became widely respected for his defensive identity, pla...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with lawyer Gregory Reynald Williams. GRW Law discusses the Brendan Sorsby gambling investigation, as well as NBA gambling involvong Terry Rozier, Chauncey Billups and Damon Jones. What's going on? What else has GRW been working on recently?

Reese, Pam and Alex preview the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame's 2026 induction class and discuss which inductees will be on the show. Many of the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame's 2026 induction class will appear on The Sports Shop. The new members, listed alphabetically, are Chip Beck, Heather Bergsma, Louis Breeden, Leonard Hamilton, Tyler Hansbrough, Richard Huntley, John Isner, Norvell Lee, Eddie Pope, Kelvin Sampson and Jerry Winterton. The group of 11 will be enshrined during the 6...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss whether Cooper Flagg deserved Rookie of the Year over Kon Knueppel and what the NCAA gambling investigation involving Brendan Sorsby could mean for his future in college football. Cooper Flagg officially won the 2025-26 NBA Rookie of the Year award in a very tight race, narrowly beating Kon Knueppel by just 26 voting points, with 56 first-place votes to Knueppel’s 44, while VJ Edgecombe finished third. Flagg’s win was driven by his incredible all-around production, as...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Detroit vs Orlando series. The Orlando Magic now have firm control of their playoff series against the Detroit Pistons after winning last night 94-88 to take a 3-1 lead, putting them just one victory away from advancing. Orlando has gained the upper hand through strong execution on both ends of the floor, with Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner leading the offense while the team’s length and defensive pressure continue to disrupt Detroit’s rhythm. Even in close games...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Spurs’ surge behind Victor Wembanyama and whether San Antonio is the biggest threat to OKC, break down the tightly contested Magic–Pistons series and whether Detroit can force a comeback and react to the bizarre golf disqualification where Tae-hoon Ok was eliminated after running out of balls mid-round. The San Antonio Spurs have emerged as one of the hottest teams, jumping out to a 3-1 lead over the Portland Trail Blazers , powered by a dominant return from...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the NFL Draft and evaluate the draft selections from the Panthes, Raiders, Rowboys, Commanders, Jets and Cardinals. The NFL Draft concluded this weekend! How did your team do during the draft? Are there picks you’re especially excited about or scratching your head over? Which teams "won" the draft? How did the Carolina Panthers do?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss whether the Knicks can hold off the Hawks in a tightly contested series, how far the surging Spurs can go behind Victor Wembanyama and whether the Celtics are on a clear path to the Finals despite Joel Embiid’s return for the 76ers. The 2026 NBA playoffs are currently in the first round and several strong storylines are taking shape. The first-round playoff series between the New York Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks is currently tied 2-2 and has been one of the most comp...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the NFL Draft winners and losers and the NBA Playoffs including teams like the Lakers and Knicks. The 2026 NBA playoffs are currently in the first round. The first-round playoff series between the New York Knicks and the Atlanta Hawks is currently tied 2-2 and has been one of the most competitive matchups so far. The Knicks won Game 1, but the Hawks responded by taking Games 2 and 3 behind clutch performances, including late-game shot-making from CJ McCollum . New Yor...

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 NFL Draft concluded this weekend! How did your team do during the draft? Are there picks you’re especially excited about or scratching your head over? Which teams "won" the draft?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss round 2 of the NFL Draft and if Henri Veesaar will stay with UNC. Round 2 of the 2026 NFL Draft takes place today, continuing the selection process after Round 1. It begins in the evening and gives teams another chance to add impact players who slipped out of the first round. Many franchises use this round to target value picks, fill key roster needs, and find starters without the pressure of a first-round selection. Who will be drafted today? Today, April 24, 2...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Ian Parks to discuss the first round of the NFL Draft and his NBA Playoff picks. Ian Parks from Always Bet On Black w/ Ian Parks joins the Sports Shop to share his picks for this weekend in the NBA Playoffs. Who will win this weekend: Los Angeles Lakers or Houston Rockets? San Antonio Spurs or Portland Trail Blazers? Boston Celtics or Philadelphia 76ers? Atlanta Hawks or New York Knicks? The Philadelphia 76ers will host the Boston Celtics in Game 3 of their E...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss round one of the NFL Drfaft and last night's NBA Playoff games. Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft featured a mix of expected picks and a few surprises at the top. The Las Vegas Raiders selected quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick, followed by edge rusher David Bailey going to the New York Jets and running back Jeremiyah Love landing with the Arizona Cardinals. There were also some unexpected developments, including the Los Angeles Rams taking qu...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss round one of the NFL Draft night and last night's NBA games. Round 1 of the 2026 NFL Draft featured a mix of expected picks and a few surprises at the top. The Las Vegas Raiders selected quarterback Fernando Mendoza with the No. 1 overall pick, followed by edge rusher David Bailey going to the New York Jets and running back Jeremiyah Love landing with the Arizona Cardinals. Early in the round, wide receiver Carnell Tate went to the Tennessee Titans and linebacke...