The Best of the Sports Shop

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Dereck Whittenburg.

Whittenburg joins the Sports Shop to discuss his new book, his foundation, an upcoming event and more.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Dr. Deborah Stroman.

Dr. Stroman gives the Sports Shop crew a quiz on the Olympics Triangle schools and teams and more.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with CL Brown and GameDay Charlie.

CL Brown and GameDay Charlie discuss ACC Basketball including Duke, UNC, NC State and more.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss what we would do without sports.

Sports is not only entertaining but also community-building and culture-shaping, among other things. What would we do without sports? What would life look like if sports didn't exist?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss how Duke has responded since their loss to UNC and why it might have actually helped them.

The Duke Blue Devils delivered a dominant performance last night, defeating the Notre Dame Fighting Irish 100-56 in South Bend. Duke raced out to a commanding 54-22 halftime lead and never let up, overwhelming Notre Dame on both ends of the floor. Cameron Boozer led the way with 24 points and 13 rebounds, while multiple Blue Devils scored in double figures to showcase the team’s depth and balance.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the inconsistency of the NC State men's basketball team, how they fair in the ACC and more.

The Virginia Cavaliers defeated the NC State Wolfpack 90-61 last night at John Paul Jones Arena. Virginia controlled the game from the opening tip, building a 32-19 halftime lead behind strong defense and cold shooting from NC State. The Cavaliers extended their advantage throughout the second half and closed the game on a dominant run to turn it into a blowout. Virginia was led by Thijs De Ridder with 19 points, while Sam Lewis and Jacari White also scored in double figures. The Cavaliers’ defense was especially impactful, recording 12 blocks as a team, including eight from Johann Grunloh. For NC State, Paul McNeil Jr. scored 22 points to lead the Wolfpack, with additional contributions from Darrion Williams and Ven-Allen Lubin, but the team struggled offensively, shooting under 30 percent from the field. The loss marked NC State’s second defeat to Virginia this season. Did NC State get too confident after beating UNC? Can NC State really compete in the ACC? Did they get exposed? How does Will Wade look now?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the quarterback dominoes that could define the offseason, whether the Dolphins should double down on Tua Tagovailoa or start fresh, if the Falcons will make a bold move under center, where Kyler Murray ultimately fits next season and how Kirk Cousins factors into the shifting market.

The 2026 NFL Scouting Combine will run from Thursday, February 26 through Sunday, March 1, at Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis, Indiana, giving teams a chance to evaluate top prospects through on-field drills, interviews, and medical testing. As the Combine approaches, as well as the start of the NFL Season, organizations have major decisions looming.

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss NC State's loss to Virginia last night.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the upcoming NFL Scouting Combine, the lack of representation of HBCU athletes in the draft process and the ongoing public feud between 50 Cent and T.I.'s Family.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the latest in sports controversies, from the highly anticipated Mayweather-Pacquiao rematch to the criticism surrounding Darryn Peterson’s availability and draft prospects, debating whether boxing is losing its excitement and if Peterson still deserves to be a top pick despite his inconsistent season.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss UNC's win over Louisville and if Caleb Wilson should return.

The North Carolina Tar Heels defeated the Louisville Cardinals 77-74 on Monday night in a tightly contested ACC matchup in Chapel Hill. Guard Seth Trimble led UNC with a career-high 30 points, including two clutch free throws in the final moments to seal the win. Despite playing without injured freshman Caleb Wilson, the Tar Heels shot efficiently and held off a late push from Louisville. The Cardinals were paced by Mikel Brown Jr. with 24 points and Ryan Conwell with 23, but they came up just short in the closing seconds as UNC secured the narrow victory. Is UNC heating up? Can they keep winning without Wilson? Should Caleb Wilson sit out the rest of the season? Is Hubert Davis off the hot seat?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Gunner Rivers’ commitment to NC State and if college basketball should have transfer rule restrictions.

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the AP Men’s Basketball Top 25 Poll, NC State vs Virginia tonight and more.

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss UNC's win over Louisville last night.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex recap the Winter Olympics and discuss their Good Looks and Bad Looks of the weekend. 

It is Good Look Bad Look Monday! What are your Good Looks and Bad Looks? Is this season's NBA MVP race the best we've seen?

The 2026 Winter Olympic Games concluded yesterday, with a festive closing ceremony at the Arena di Verona in Italy, celebrating sport, culture, and the Olympic spirit before the flag was handed over to the next host city. One of the biggest highlights was Team USA winning the men’s ice hockey gold medal for the first time since 1980, defeating Canada 2-1 in overtime with a thrilling late goal. The United States also had a standout overall performance, capturing a record number of gold medals for a single Winter Olympics and excelling in freestyle skiing, speed skating, alpine skiing, bobsleigh, and figure skating. Eileen Gu further cemented her status as the most decorated freestyle skier in Olympic history by defending her halfpipe title. Great Britain celebrated its most successful Winter Olympics ever, finishing with five medals, including multiple golds in skeleton, snowboard cross, and halfpipe. Norway dominated the medal count, led by exceptional performances in cross‑country skiing. What did you think of the Olympics?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss whether the Tar Heels can keep winning after their 77‑64 road victory over Syracuse, where Henri Veesaar returned from injury and led UNC with 19 points in a much‑needed bounce‑back game and the tragic news that NFL wide receiver Rondale Moore was found dead at age 25.

The North Carolina Tar Heels men's basketball team defeated the Syracuse Orange men's basketball team 77‑64 on the road this weekend. Henri Veesaar returned to the lineup from injury and led UNC with 19 points, while Seth Trimble and Luka Bogavac each added 13, and Zayden High chipped in nine rebounds in the victory. Can the Tar Heels keep winning? 

Rondale Moore recently died at age 25 on February 21, 2026, in his hometown of New Albany, Indiana. Authorities reported that he was found in a garage with a suspected self-inflicted gunshot wound, and an autopsy is being conducted as part of an ongoing investigation. The news prompted an outpouring of tributes from coaches, teammates and others around the NFL, who remembered him for his talent, work ethic and character. His passing has also renewed conversations about the importance of mental health awareness and support for athletes.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss LaMelo Ball’s recent car crash in downtown Charlotte, whether he handled the post‑game interview appropriately when he said he felt “alive and blessed” and LeBron James' comments about Jaylen Brown.

LeBron James recently publicly credited Celtics' Jaylen Brown for his outstanding play this season. After the Boston Celtics defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 111‑89, LeBron said he believes Brown deserves to be considered in the MVP conversation, noting his leadership while stepping up for the team. While there is some history between the two — including a moment from the 2024 NBA Summer League when Brown made a comment about LeBron’s son, Bronny — LeBron emphasized that their relationship has been “pretty respectful” and that he respects Brown’s contributions on the court. Is Brown the MVP? Are LeBron James and Jaylen Brown on good terms?

Over the past week, LaMelo Ball was involved in a two‑car crash in downtown Charlotte, North Carolina, while driving his custom GMC Hummer EV at an intersection near Trade and Tryon streets. Fortunately, Ball was not injured, and he was later seen walking away from the scene and getting into another vehicle while police were present. The driver of the other car reportedly sustained non‑life‑threatening injuries. Authorities later indicated he won’t face criminal charges in connection with the crash. Ball played for the Charlotte Hornets the next day despite the incident, and afterward he spoke briefly about feeling “alive and blessed.” When pressed deeper about the crash at a post‑game press conference, he exited the interview early. Did Ball handle the interview correctly?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the recent NBA headlines, including LeBron James praising Jaylen Brown’s MVP-caliber season, their current "respectful" relationship, as well as the Lakers’ tribute to Pat Riley with his new statue at Crypto.com Arena, reflecting on his legendary impact on the franchise.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Duke's win over #1 ranked Michigan over the weekend.

Duke, ranked No. 3 in the country, defeated No. 1 Michigan 68-63 in a highly anticipated clash Saturday night at a neutral site in Washington, D.C. It was a top‑three matchup that felt like an early Final Four preview between two of the nation’s best teams. Duke used a strong defensive effort to hold Michigan to one of its lowest scoring games of the season. Freshman Cameron Boozer led the Blue Devils with 18 points, 10 rebounds and seven assists, hitting a key three‑pointer late to push the lead. Isaiah Evans added 14 points and Duke was able to limit Michigan’s offense, forcing tough perimeter shots and also snappping the Wolverines’ 11‑game winning streak. The win is a signature victory for Duke and could influence seeding heading into March, while Michigan suffered its first loss in some time. Is Duke the best team in the country? Is Jon Scheyer the best coach in the country?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the 2026 Winter Olympics and their Good Looks and Bad Looks of the weekend.

The 2026 Winter Olympic Games concluded yesterday, with a festive closing ceremony at the Arena di Verona in Italy, celebrating sport, culture, and the Olympic spirit before the flag was handed over to the next host city. One of the biggest highlights was Team USA winning the men’s ice hockey gold medal for the first time since 1980, defeating Canada 2-1 in overtime with a thrilling late goal. The United States also had a standout overall performance, capturing a record number of gold medals for a single Winter Olympics and excelling in freestyle skiing, speed skating, alpine skiing, bobsleigh, and figure skating. Eileen Gu further cemented her status as the most decorated freestyle skier in Olympic history by defending her halfpipe title. Great Britain celebrated its most successful Winter Olympics ever, finishing with five medals, including multiple golds in skeleton, snowboard cross, and halfpipe. Norway dominated the medal count, led by exceptional performances in cross‑country skiing. What did you think of the Olympics?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if Darryn Peterson is making the right decision, Duke vs Michigan, Reese's latest song and more.

Darryn Peterson has become a major storyline after a recent performance in which he scored 23 points, including 20 in the first half, in a win for the Kansas Jayhawks men's basketball over Oklahoma State, but then barely played in the second half due to cramping and leg issues. Head coach Bill Self indicated that Peterson asked to come out, which sparked conversation about his availability and durability. This isn’t an isolated situation as Peterson has dealt with hamstring tightness, cramping and illness at different points this season, leading to limited minutes despite elite production when he’s on the floor. Because he’s widely viewed as one of the top prospects in the upcoming NBA draft, any questions about conditioning or health are magnified, especially with March approaching. Does Darryn Peterson care about winning a National Championship? Does he want to play, is he genuinely dealing with injuries or just protecting his draft stock as he prepares for the NBA? Is Peterson making the right decision?

Reese, Pam and Alex speak with Johhny Hawkins.

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Pistons’ dominant win over the Knicks, Henri Veesaar’s uncertain return for UNC, Darryn Peterson’s health and draft‑stock questions at Kansas and Duke’s continued dominance over NC State in women’s basketball.

The Detroit Pistons defeated the New York Knicks 126-111 at Madison Square Garden last night, completing a season sweep in the process. Cade Cunningham led the way with a dominant 42-point performance, adding 13 assists and eight rebounds to power Detroit to a victory. How good is Detroit? Is Cade Cunningham a top 5 player in the NBA? Are the Knicks in trouble?