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Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the weekend ahead for UNC, NC State and Duke basketball, and the different tasks each team will face on Saturday. Also, they discuss whether a Brandon Bussi contract extension may be imminent for the Carolina Hurricanes. 

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Charlotte Hornets' 110-107 victory over the Atlanta Hawks in Charlotte's last game before All-Star weekend. They also react to the Carolina Panthers hiring Darrell Bevell to the offensive coaching staff, and ponder a potential backup quarterback option for 2026.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the early preliminary round games of the men's Olympic hockey tournament, with Canada and the United States getting their tournament runs started today. Also, they react to the latest bad blood from an athlete podcast.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Olympic men's hockey tournament, with Sebastian Aho set to become the first Carolina Hurricane to hit the ice in Milan. Also, they discuss the drama surrounding a Norwegian biathlete admitting to infidelity after winning bronze.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap UNC basketball falling into a let-down spot in Miami, while Duke bounced back at Pittsburgh. Then, they welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, for the latest updates on where NC State stands after a brutal blowout loss at Louisville.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren provide updates on the winter games' medal counts before jumping into a discussion regarding what the Carolina Panthers should do in NFL free agency. Also, they react to rumors floating the idea of a Robert Thomas trade to the Carolina Hurricanes.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap  NC State basketball looking lost in a  118-77 rout by Louisville, in which Mikel Brown Jr. set the ACC freshman scoring record for the Cardinals. Also, they discuss a wild, physical game between the Charlotte Hornets and Detroit Pistons that saw the end of Charlotte's nine-game win streak.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss NC State basketball picking up a win against Virginia Tech on Saturday before heading to Louisville for a Big Monday matchup with the Cardinals. Also, they preview the Charlotte Hornets going for a tenth straight win against the Pistons tonight.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap Sam Darnold and the Seahawks defeating Drake Maye and the Patriots 29-13 in Super Bowl 60. They also break down UNC basketball's thrilling comeback victory over Duke in 2026's first Battle of the Blues.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Tommy Ashley of Inside Carolina to preview the first matchup between Duke and UNC basketball in Chapel Hill. They also discuss another win for the Charlotte Hornets and make their picks for the Super Bowl between Seattle and New England.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 2-0 win on the road against the New York Rangers to finish off the pre-Olympic portion of their schedule. Not only did Brandon Bussi get the shutout win on Thursday, but Seth Jarvis was also added to Team Canada as an injury replacement. Also, they discuss the awards and accolades handed out at NFL Honors, including Tetaiora McMillan winn...

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to discuss NC State basketball's current hot streak, which has seen the Wolfpack win five in a row. Also, they recap some of the trade activitiy in the NBA, including the Charlotte Hornets buying at the deadline.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren discuss the Carolina Hurricanes not making a move ahead of the NHL's Olympic roster freeze, which saw the Rangers send Artemi Panarin to the LA Kings. Also, they react to the Drake Maye hype coming from Super Bowl week.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap a busy day of trades ahead of the NBA trade deadline, including James Harden heading to the Cavaliers, and Jaren Jackson Jr. moving to the Jazz. Also, they touch on some coaching news, with former Panthers coach Frank Reich joining the Jets as their offensive coordinator.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' 4-3 victory over the Ottawa Senators, and discuss whether the Canes will make any trades before the NHL's Olympic roster freeze at 3pm today. Also, they break down wins for Duke and NC State basketball, which included a historic performance from the Wolfpack's Quadir Copeland.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' matchup with the Ottawa Senators, their penultimate game before the Olympic break. Also, they discuss Drake (both the rapper and the quarterback) being ready to go for the Super Bowl on Sunday.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap UNC basketball's 87-77 win over Syracuse, in which a late run by the Orange made things look closer on the scoreboard than the Tar Heels would like. Also, they discuss the Charlotte Hornets' continuing hot streak, and whether or not Charlotte is a real threat approaching the NBA trade deadline.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap big road wins in Triangle college basketball: UNC beat Georgia Tech, Duke held off Virginia Tech, and NC State rolled over Wake Forest. They also touch on the Australian Open, as well as who people might be rooting for in the Super Bowl.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren break down a couple of overtime games for the Carolina Hurricanes over the weekend: a 4-3 loss in Washington on Saturday, and a 3-2 win at home over LA on Sunday. Also, they pick their best and worst hires of the NFL coaching cycle.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren look at the weekend ahead in college basketball for Duke, NC State and UNC- where do these Triangle teams sit in terms of current seed line, and what do they need to do on Saturday? Also, they discuss a survey regarding parents interfering in youth sports.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap the Carolina Hurricanes' electric 5-4 comeback victory over the Utah Mammoth. Did the four-day layoff ahead of this game contribute to rust early in the game? Also, they react to the epic battle between the NBA's two Rookie of the Year frontrunners, Cooper Flagg and Kon Knueppel.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren break down the latest happenings around the NBA, including the upcoming trade deadline, LeBron's potential final game in Cleveland, and the Charlotte Hornets' recent hot streak. Also, they discuss the final head coach openings in the NFL.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren preview the Carolina Hurricanes' matchup with the Utah Mammoth. Can the Canes continue their point streak on Whalers night? Also, they welcome in Tommy Ashley, host of Inside Carolina, for an update on UNC basketball heading into a Saturday game at Georgia Tech.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren welcome in Cory Smith, editor of Pack Power 24/7, to discuss NC State basketball's 88-68 win over Syracuse, and their 6-2 start to conference play. Also, they break down some potential Carolina Hurricanes trade targets becoming available in the NHL.

Paul Ihander & Max Goren recap a busy Tuesday night in the sports world, which included Brandon Bussi live at Canes Corner, Darian Mensah officially committing to Miami, and NC State basketball taking care of Syracuse. Also, they discuss the reports that Bill Belichick will not be inducted as a first-ballot Pro Football Hall of Famer in 2026.