The Best of the Sports Shop

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Tommy Davidson. Tommy Davidson is a stand-up comedian, actor and singer best known as one of the original cast members of the Emmy Award-winning sketch comedy series In Living Color. Davidson has also appeared in films including Strictly Business, Bamboozled, Juwanna Mann and Black Dynamite, voiced Oscar Proud in Disney's The Proud Family, and continues to tour...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex debate if Coco Gauff is the next women's tennis star and discuss the blockbuster Kawhi Leonard trade that has unexpectedly been put on hold. Coco Gauff was eliminated in the Wimbledon semifinals after a heartbreaking loss to Karolína Muchová. Gauff rallied after dropping the first set and held a match point in the deciding 10-point tiebreak, but Muchov&aacut...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Celtics trading Jaylen Brown and speculate if we will ever know the truth behind the move. Jaylen Brown was traded from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers on July 1, 2026 in a blockbuster trade, which became official on July 6. The trade sent Brown to Philadelphia in exchange for Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks, giving...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss LeBron James' agent Rich Paul receiving voice notes from NBA teams interested in James and NBA Summer League action from last night and preview tonight's action. Last night, there were 7 games on what was an entertaining opening night of NBA Summer League action in Las Vegas. No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa and the Washington Wizards edged No. 2 pick Darryn Peterso...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss LeBron James' agent Rich Paul receiving voice notes from NBA teams interested in James and the blockbuster Kawhi Leonard trade that has unexpectedly been put on hold.  The Los Angeles Clippers and Toronto Raptors seemingly agreed to a deal that would send Leonard back to Toronto in exchange for Brandon Ingram, Gradey Dick and multiple future draft picks. However, t...

Reese, Pam and Alex recap last night's NBA Summer League games, preview tonight's games and give an update on the World Cup and Wimbledon. Last night, there were 7 games on what was an entertaining opening night of NBA Summer League action in Las Vegas. No. 1 overall pick AJ Dybantsa and the Washington Wizards edged No. 2 pick Darryn Peterson and the Utah Jazz, 92-88. Dybantsa lived up to the...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss whether an HBCU "Super Conference" combining the SWAC and MEAC could ever become a reality and if people really think wrestling is real. There is no official unified "HBCU Super Conference" combining the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and Mid-Eastern Athletic Conference (MEAC), as both Division I conferences continue to operate independently. While the co...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Dr. Deborah Stroman.  Dr. Stroman joins the Sports Shop to give the Sports Shop crew a quiz.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss whether an HBCU "Super Conference" combining the SWAC and MEAC could ever become a reality, why the idea continues to generate buzz and what a successful merger might look like while preserving the traditions and rivalries that define HBCU athletics. There is no official unified "HBCU Super Conference" combining the Southwestern Athletic Conference (SWAC) and Mid-...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the relationship between Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum. Jaylen Brown was traded from the Boston Celtics to the Philadelphia 76ers on July 1, 2026 in a blockbuster trade, which became official on July 6. The trade sent Brown to Philadelphia in exchange for Paul George, two first-round picks, and two second-round picks, giving Boston more financial flexibility and additio...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss next week's ACC Football Kickoff event. The 2026 ACC Football Kickoff is set for July 15–17 at the Hilton Charlotte Uptown. The Sports Shop with Reese & K‑Mac will be broadcasting live from Charlotte! What can we expect?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if Argentina's comeback win against Egypt is the greatest comeback in sports and how Donovan Mitchell's contract extension will get LeBron to go back to Cleveland. Argentina advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals with a historic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in an unforgettable Round of 16 match. Trailing 2-0 with just 11 minutes remaining, Argentina mounted on...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Giannis's comments about being scared to leave Milwaukee and Argentina's comeback against Egypt. In an interview with Jim Paschke, prior to his trade to Miami, Giannis Antetokounmpo admitted he is "scared" about leaving the Milwaukee Bucks after spending 13 seasons with the franchise, saying the uncertainty of joining the Miami Heat is a major risk. Despite his fe...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Dr. Robert Foster, an optometrist with Legacy Eye Care. It is Wellness Wednesday! Robert J. Foster, OD is the Medical Director and founder of Legacy Eye Care, where he is committed to providing affordable, high-quality eye care using advanced technology and evidence-based treatments. He specializes in dry eye disease, glaucoma, diabetic eye care, cataracts, and...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Celtics owner Bill Chisholm's comments about the Jaylen Brown trade. Boston Celtics president Brad Stevens said recently in a press conference, that the team's decision to trade Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers was driven by the need for greater salary cap flexibility rather than dissatisfaction with Brown as a player. Celtics owner Bill Chisholm echoed thos...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss Pam returning to the show following her vacation and Argentina's historical comeback against Egypt. Pam is back from her vacation! Where did she go? Argentina advanced to the World Cup quarterfinals with a historic 3-2 comeback victory over Egypt in an unforgettable Round of 16 match. Trailing 2-0 with just 11 minutes remaining, Argentina mounted one of the greatest ral...

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss where LeBron James might play next as they examine the teams that make the most sense, what could influence his decision and how his next move could reshape the NBA landscape. LeBron James is a free agent and it seems virtually every team in the league has a level of interest in James. Where will James play next season? Where is the best fit? Boston Celtics president B...

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss the lastest NBA Summer League action. The NBA Summer League officially started on July 4, 2026, beginning with the California Classic. The Salt Lake City Summer League tipped off the following day on July 4, 2026. The highly touted 2026 rookie class is already making waves, highlighted by dazzling early performances from top draft picks. Utah Jazz guard Darryn Pet...

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss whether the Boston Celtics are being honest about the reasons behind trading Jaylen Brown, or if factors beyond salary cap flexibility and long-term roster planning, including questions some have raised about Brown's personality, intelligence or public comments also played a role. Boston Celtics president Brad Stevens said recently in a press conference, that the team'...

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss why the Boston Celtics may have traded Jaylen Brown and Team USA's loss last night. Belgium ended the United States' 2026 FIFA World Cup run with a convincing 4-1 victory in the Round of 16. The loss ended the United States' World Cup campaign, with defensive mistakes and missed opportunities proving too much to overcome. Did Team USA underachieve, overachieve? Is this...

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss whether the Boston Celtics are being honest about the reasons behind trading Jaylen Brown, or if the move was motivated by factors beyond salary cap flexibility and long-term roster planning.  Boston Celtics president Brad Stevens said recently in a press conference, that the team's decision to trade Jaylen Brown to the Philadelphia 76ers was driven by the need fo...

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss Team USA's blowout loss to Belgium last night. Belgium ended the United States' 2026 FIFA World Cup run with a convincing 4-1 victory in the Round of 16. Belgium took control early behind two first-half goals from Charles De Ketelaere. The U.S. briefly leveled the match when Malik Tillman's free kick deflected into the net, but Belgium quickly regained the lead before...

Reese, Kmac and Alex break down the latest World Cup action, including the teams advancing to the quarterfinals, the nations eliminated from the tournament and FIFA's controversial decision to reverse Folarin Balogun's automatic suspension ahead of the United States' Round of 16 match against Belgium. It is Good Look Bad Look Monday! What are your Good Looks and Bad Looks? How was your weekend? Ha...

Reese, Kmac and Alex break down the latest World Cup action, including the teams advancing to the quarterfinals, the nations eliminated from the tournament and FIFA's controversial decision to reverse Folarin Balogun's automatic suspension ahead of the United States' Round of 16 match against Belgium. FIFA has ruled that Folarin Balogun will be available to play for the United States against Belgi...

Reese, Kmac and Alex discuss 4th of July celebrations, FIFA reversing Folarin Balogun's suspension and more. We are back from 4th of July weekend! How was your weekend? FIFA has ruled that Folarin Balogun will be available to play for the United States against Belgium in the Round of 16 tonight, despite the straight red card he received against Bosnia and Herzegovina. Normally, a straight red resu...