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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 team.

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 signing AJ Dillon, the latest in a string of signings of well-known NFL commodities.

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 win over the Miami Heat, and react to breaking news regarding a WNBA collective bargaining agreement.

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 year one in the rearview mirror?

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 Boozer being overlooked for having good fundamentals.  

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview NC State basketball's rematch with Texas in the First Four of the NCAA Tournament. Can the Wolfpack's experience help them get revenge on the Longhorns? Also, they discuss some of the most intriguing matchups around the bracket.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 4-2 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning on Saturday night, in which Rod Brind'Amour coached his 600th game for the team. Also, they discuss the upcoming vote on the NBA potentially expanding to 32 teams.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren react to the bracket reveal for the 2026 NCAA Men's Basketball Tournament. Did NC State get what it deserved as an 11 seed playing in Dayton? Can Duke get through a tough region as the top overall seed? And can UNC avoid a first-round upset?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss NC State basketball's standing in the projected NCAA Tournament field after their loss to Virginia, as well as Will Wade shutting down rumors of his return to LSU. They also react to Kyler Murray signing with the Minnesota Vikings as their latest QB reclamation project.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap quarterfinal action from the ACC men's basketball tournament in Charlotte, where UNC's comeback fell short against Clemson, and Duke survived a scare from Florida State. Also, they discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' 3-1 loss to the St. Louis Blues.

Max Goren previews the Carolina Hurricanes taking on the St. Louis Blues at the Lenovo Center. Can Brandon Bussi and the Canes shut down St. Louis and return to their defensive identity? Also, he discusses The Players Tournament getting started from TPC Sawgrass.

Max Goren recaps NC State basketball's 98-88 win over Pittsburgh in the second round of the ACC Tournament. Has the Wolfpack done enough to secure an NCAA Tournament bid? Also, he discusses the Carolina Panthers agreeing to terms with free agent WR John Metchie, a former Alabama teammate of Bryce Young.

Max Goren welcomes in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to discuss NC State basketball on a Wolfpack Wednesday. How much does the Pack need at least one win in the ACC Tournament to bolster their at-large case? Also, he breaks down the latest news in the Maxx Crosby-Ravens trade saga.

Max Goren recaps the Carolina Hurricanes' 5-4 shootout win over the Pittsburgh Penguins. Despite a late blown lead, the Canes did get the win and avoid disaster. Also, he discusses the Charlotte Hornets' 19-point comeback win on the west coast against the Trail Blazers.

Max Goren previews the Carolina Hurricanes' matchup with the Pittsburgh Penguins, which is the first of three against Pittsburgh over the next 12 days. Also, he discusses the ACC Tournament tipping off in Charlotte, and gives his predictions for who will make it through the bracket and cut down the nets.

Max Goren recaps the free agent frenzy in the NFL, with key players from all over the league moving to new teams on day one of legal tampering. Also, he brings in Tim Donnelly, host of The Drive on 99.9 The Fan, to break down the Carolina Panthers' additions of Jaelan Phillips, Devin Lloyd and Kenny Pickett.

Max Goren welcomes in 99.9 The Fan's Adam Gold to discuss the Carolina Hurricanes not making a big move at the NHL trade deadline, and what that could mean for their outlook the rest of this season. Also, he discusses the latest NFL news as free agency begins in earnest today.

Max Goren recaps a loaded weekend of college basketball, which included Duke getting revenge on UNC, and NC State dropping their fourth consecutive game to finish the regular season. Also, he gets into some low-major teams in North Carolina that will be dancing in the NCAA Tournament.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to preview the rematch between Duke and UNC basketball. Will we see the return of Caleb Wilson? What does this game mean with a potential third matchup looming in the ACC tournament? Also, Paul and Max kick around a few topics including ACC women's basketball, Drake Thomas and the NHL trade deadline.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the NHL trade deadline, and whether or not Carolina Hurricanes GM Eric Tulsky will make a move before 3pm today. Also, they preview NC State basketball's regular-season finale against Stanford- does the Pack need a win to avoid sweating on Selection Sunday?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss which teams could make a run in the ACC Tournament, now that there is some more clarity on who will finish where in the standings. Also, they touch on the demand for certain veteran quarterbacks in the NFL, including Andy Dalton.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 6-4 win over the Vancouver Canucks. Will the Canes bolster their roster at the trade deadline? Also, they discuss the Charlotte Hornets winning yet another game by 15+ points.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to discuss how NC State basketball can finish strong against Stanford on Saturday. Also, they recap yet another Charlotte Hornets win- now that they've reached .500, what is this team capable of in the final 20 games?

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap UNC basketball's 67-63 win over Clemson to finish the season undefeated at the Smith Center. They also discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' current road trip, and the latest buzz around potential trade targets ahead of Friday's trade deadline.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 2-1 loss in Seattle to kick off a four-game road trip. Kraken goaltender Joey Daccord shut the door on the Canes' shooting gallery- will Carolina make a move for a goal scorer before Friday's trade deadline? Also, they discuss the NFL trade deadline coming at 4pm this afternoon.