Episodes

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss a wild night in the playoffs, from the New York Knicks collapsing late against the Atlanta Hawks to the Carolina Hurricanes grinding out a double-overtime thriller over the Ottawa Senators. The New York Knicks suffered a tough 107-106 loss to the Atlanta Hawks last night, blowing a double-digit lead in Game 2 of their playoff series. CJ McCollum led Atlanta with 32 points and hit the go-ahead shot late, while Jalen Brunson paced New York with 29. The Knicks controlled...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex preview tonight's NBA playoff games. The NBA Playoffs began this weekend! The 2026 NBA Playoffs opened with a strong weekend of Game 1 action that mostly saw higher seeds take control, though there were a few early surprises. Looking ahead, Game 2 action continues tonight and tomorrow with key matchups including the Boston Celtics vs. Philadelphia 76ers, New York Knicks vs. Atlanta Hawks, Cleveland Cavaliers vs. Toronto Raptors, Los Angeles Lakers vs. Houston Rockets, ...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss whether Dirk Nowitzki being ranked No. 17 on ESPN’s all-time 76 list is too high, too low, or just right, which other players Reese believes are misranked and discuss the NBA award finalists. Dirk Nowitzki is on the NBA 75th Anniversary Team, and in the ESPN ranking he lands at No. 17 overall on their “76 players ranked” list. Reese hates it. Is Dirk ranked, too high, too low or just right? What other players does Reese think are incorrectly ranked? The 2025-2...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the biggest takeaways from the opening weekend of the NBA Playoffs, including standout performances, early series momentum shifts and which teams are already looking like true championship contenders after Game 1. The NBA Playoffs began this weekend! The 2026 NBA Playoffs opened with a strong weekend of Game 1 action that mostly saw higher seeds take control, though there were a few early surprises. In the Western Conference, the Los Angeles Lakers opened their...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if the Charlotte Hornets can win with LaMelo Ball. On Friday, the Charlotte Hornets’ season came to an end in the play-in tournament against the Orlando Magic. After a dramatic win over the Miami Heat earlier in the week, Charlotte was eliminated in decisive fashion as Orlando controlled the game from the start and never looked back. The Magic won 121-90 to secure the final Eastern Conference playoff spot. The loss officially ended Charlotte’s season and sent t...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the NBA DPOY finalists, AJ Brown potentially being traded, the Charlotte Hornets and they preview the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame's 2026 induction class. Chet Holmgren, Ausar Thompson and Victor Wembanyama are the finalists for NBA Defensive Player of the Year. Who should win? On Friday, the Charlotte Hornets’ season came to an end in the play-in tournament against the Orlando Magic. After a dramatic win over the Miami Heat earlier in the week, Charlotte was ...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the NBA Playoffs. The NBA Playoffs began this weekend! The 2026 NBA Playoffs opened with a strong weekend of Game 1 action that mostly saw higher seeds take control, though there were a few early surprises. In the Western Conference, the Los Angeles Lakers opened their series with a 107-98 win over the Houston Rockets, led by LeBron James in a historic moment that also marked the first father-son playoff appearance with Bronny James. The Denver Nuggets also handled b...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Charlotte Hornets play-in game tonight, the Azzi Fudd media moment, Cayden Boozer returning to Duke and more. The Charlotte Hornets pulled off a dramatic 127-126 overtime win over the Miami Heat in a tightly contested play-in game, keeping their season alive in thrilling fashion. The loss ended Miami’s season, while Charlotte advanced in the play-in tournament and now must beat the Orlndo Magic in order to secure a playoff spot, where they would face the to...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Shapel Lacey. Comedian Shapel Lacey is set to perform at Goodnights Comedy Club on April 22, 2026, with a show scheduled for 7:30 PM. Known for his high-energy style and unconventional background, including punk rock influences and a past as a competitive cheerleader, Lacey brings a unique voice to stand-up, often drawing from his unusual upbringing and personal experiences. His one-night appearance at Goodnights is part of the club’s lineup of touring comed...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Ian Parks to discuss his NBA Playoff and postseason 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: Orlando Magic or Charlotte Hornets? Golden State Warriors or Phoenix Suns? Atlanta Hawks or New York Knicks? Houston Rockets or Los Angeles Lakers? The Houston Rockets will host the Los Angeles Lakers in Game 1 of their Western Conference First Roun...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Sherrone Moore, the controversies surrounding NFL reporter Dianna Russini and Mike Vrabel, including the ensuing media fallout involving Crissy Froyd, as well as the debate sparked by a reporter’s question to Azzi Fudd about her relationship with Paige Bueckers and whether it crossed the line into players’ personal lives. NFL reporter Dianna Russini became the subject of a media controversy involving Mike Vrabel after photos surfaced showing the two together at...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the NBA’s 65-game rule exception for Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham, the NBA Play-In Tournament and the implications of Sherrone Moore’s legal case concluding. Luka Dončić and Cade Cunningham have both been ruled eligible for NBA end-of-season awards despite not reaching the league’s 65-game minimum requirement. Each player finished the season with just under 65 games played, but the NBA granted them “extraordinary circumstances” exceptions after reviewing their sit...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss Sports Con, tonight's Hornets game and more. Amazon Prime Video has taken on a major role starting with the 2025-26 season, including exclusive streaming rights to the entire Play-In Tournament and a sizable portion of early playoff games, with even some conference finals in certain years. The playoffs are still split across multiple broadcasters, including ESPN/ABC and NBC/Peacock, meaning no single platform has full exclusivity. This reflects a broader change drive...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex debate which NBA players belong on their all-time Top 10 lists and in what order. Kmac believes Steph Curry just might be the greatest player in NBA History. The Sports Shop crew then breaks down their full Top 10 lists, comparing legends across eras and debating how to fairly evaluate greatness. Where does Curry ultimately land among the all-time greats and is there a real argument for him as the greatest ever? Where does Curry land? Is Steph Curry the greatest ever?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Warriors win over the Clippers in the Play-In game last night and if Draymond Green is the greatest defender in NBA History. The Golden State Warriors advanced in the NBA Play-In Tournament after defeating the Los Angeles Clippers in a close, comeback win. They fell behind by as many as 13 points but rallied in the second half behind Stephen Curry, who led the way with 35 points. Golden State closed the game on a strong run to secure a 126-121 victory, movi...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Dianna Russini, Mike Vrabel and controversial situaton unfolding in the public eye. NFL reporter Dianna Russini became the subject of a media controversy involving Mike Vrabel after photos surfaced showing the two together at a resort in Arizona, which sparked widespread online speculation about their relationship. Both Russini and Vrabel denied any inappropriate conduct, stating the situation was being misrepresented. Despite those denials, the attention led T...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the transfer portal within the triangle and why UNC fans may be frustrated. For the 2026 cycle, the NCAA Division I men’s college basketball transfer portal opened on April 7, 2026, the day after the National Championship. The portal operates under a shortened two-week window and will close on April 21, 2026. Players can enter until this date, though they can commit elsewhere after the deadline. Within the triangle, what have Duke, UNC and NC State been doing in the ...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss last night's NBA Play-In games, Ty Simpson and more. Last night’s NBA Play-In Tournament featured two high-stakes 7 vs. 8 matchups that determined playoff positioning in both conferences. In the Eastern Conference, the Philadelphia 76ers faced the Orlando Magic with the winner securing the No. 7 seed and a guaranteed playoff spot, while the loser would get one more chance to qualify. Out West, the Golden State Warriors took on the Los Angeles Clippers in another cruc...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Braxton Honeycutt and Caleb Whittemore. Braxton Honeycutt is a North Carolina-based entrepreneur and event promoter best known as a co-founder and organizer of the NC Sports Con. He has a background in media and entertainment, described as an actor, director, Emmy Award–winning producer and has been involved in local business and community leadership in Wendell, including roles with the Chamber of Commerce. His main role with NC Sports Con is helping create ...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss last night's play-in games in the NBA, Bronny James and more. The Charlotte Hornets pulled off a dramatic 127-126 overtime win over the Miami Heat in a tightly contested play-in game, keeping their season alive in thrilling fashion. The game featured constant momentum swings, with numerous ties and lead changes, but it was LaMelo Ball who ultimately took over, finishing with around 30 points and scoring the game-winning layup in the final seconds of overtime. H...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Hornets win over Heat, LaMelo Ball's apology and if he is too nonchalant on and off the court. The Charlotte Hornets pulled off a dramatic 127-126 overtime win over the Miami Heat in a tightly contested play-in game, keeping their season alive in thrilling fashion. The game featured constant momentum swings, with numerous ties and lead changes, but it was LaMelo Ball who ultimately took over, finishing with around 30 points and scoring the game-winning layu...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Hornets win over Heat, LaMelo Ball's nonchalant attitude and more. The Charlotte Hornets pulled off a dramatic 127-126 overtime win over the Miami Heat in a tightly contested play-in game, keeping their season alive in thrilling fashion. The game featured constant momentum swings, with numerous ties and lead changes, but it was LaMelo Ball who ultimately took over, finishing with around 30 points and scoring the game-winning layup in the final seconds of ov...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Hornets win over Heat, breaking down LaMelo Ball’s clutch heroics and controversial trip involving Bam Adebayo, while also questioning Kon Knueppel’s quiet performance and what it means as the Charlotte Hornets move one step closer to the playoffs. The Charlotte Hornets pulled off a dramatic 127-126 overtime win over the Miami Heat in a tightly contested play-in game, keeping their season alive in thrilling fashion. The game featured constant momentum swings, wit...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the WNBA Draft, the Hornets game tonight and more. The 2026 WNBA Draft was headlined by Azzi Fudd going No. 1 overall to the Dallas Wings, signaling the arrival of an elite scorer into the league. The class was widely viewed as deep and talented, with top prospects like Olivia Miles and Lauren Betts also coming off the board early, reinforcing the strength of this year’s group. Did anything surprising happen in the Draft last night? The Charlotte Hornets vs. M...