The Best of the Sports Shop

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Urban Meyer turning down GM job and some potential issues in college football. Urban Meyer confirmed he was approached by a college football program to take on a new GM-style role to oversee recruitment and NIL negotiations. On his podcast, Meyer revealed that “a school came to see me this year and ask if I wanted to be the GM,” and he even sat down to...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the NBA summer league basketball action. The NBA Summer League has begun! What players have stood out? Bronny James and RJ Davis are playing for the Los Angeles Lakers. How have they looked?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss their 4th of July weekend and their Good Looks and Bad Looks on this Good Look Bad Look Monday. The 4th of July was this weekend! How was your weekend?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Keysaun Eleazer. Keysaun Eleazer is a rising high school football star from Southeast Raleigh High in Raleigh, NC, projected to be part of the Class of 2026. He is a 3-star prospect, a  versatile EDGE rusher/defensive end, standing around 6′5″–6′6″ and weighing 205–210 lb, known for his long frame and athleticism. Eleaze...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Malik Beasley being under investigation. The U.S. District Attorney is reportedly investigating Malik Beasley over alleged gambling on NBA games during the 2023‑24 season. However, no charges have been filed yet, and his attorney emphasizes that Beasley is presumed innocent until proven otherwise. Transactions around his contract are reportedly paused pending clar...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Steelers trading for Jalen Ramsey and if they should trade JJ Watt. The Pittsburgh Steelers made a major splash by acquiring All-Pro cornerback Jalen Ramsey from the Miami Dolphins in a blockbuster trade yesterday. In the deal, the Steelers received Ramsey, tight end Jonnu Smith, and a 2027 7th-round pick, while sending star safety Minkah Fitzpatrick and a 202...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the winners and losers of NBA Free Agency so far. NBA Free Agency is in full effect! Many teams have made some moves. The Charlotte Hornets made some trades and some signings. Are Hornets fans satisfied? Who are the winners and the losers of the first couple days of NBA Free Agency?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Ace Bailey. Ace Bailey was selected 5th overall by the Utah Jazz in the 2025 NBA Draft from Rutgers. Bailey  declined workouts for several teams pre-draft, including Philadelphia, and reportedly said he wouldn’t report if drafted by some teams. Recently, Bailey addressed doubts at his introductory press conference in Salt Lake City: said he felt “...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if they read the cards they receive. Oftentimes, we receive cards for holidays, birthdays, and special events like: weddings/engagements, anniversaries, graduations, baby showers, retirements, etc. But when you receive these cards, do you actually read them?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss James Harden resigning with the Clippers. James Harden declined his $36.3M player option for the 2025–26 season, making him an unrestricted free agent—though both sides always indicated he'd return to the Los Angeles Clippers. He’s in line to sign a new 2‑year, $81.5 million deal with L.A., potentially keeping him with the team through 2027, with an op...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss LeBron James opting into his player option, the moves the Hornets made and NBA Free Agency. NBA Free Agency is here!  LeBron James opted in for $ 52.6M with the Los Angeles Lakers, though his camp hints at potential trade interest. Former Laker Dorian Finney‑Smith opted out of his $ 15.4M Laker deal; the Rockets are reportedly a strong suitor.  Former Trail Bl...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss their Good Looks and Bad Looks on this Good Look Bad Look Monday. It is Good Look Bad Look Monday! How was your weekend?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Jalen Hurts reaching out to Michael Jordan. The Philadelphia Eagles won the 2025 Super Bowl and Jalen Hurts won MVP Honors. Jalen Hurts has been reportedly seeking guidance from Michael Jordan as Jalen is aiming to become a repeat champion. Is there anything wrong with that?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Cooper Flagg, Nico Harrison and Duke basketball.  Cooper Flagg was selected No. 1 overall by the Dallas Mavericks on Wednesday night. Flagg, a versatile two-way player with elite defensive instincts and offensive polish, was widely seen as the best prospect in the draft. Flagg joins an established Mavericks team that made the NBA Finals in 2024 and currently...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Wade Harris and Devin Brown. It is Firebirds Friday! Wade Harris is the CEO, Director of Player Development and the Managing Partner of the Raleigh Firebirds. Devin Brown is the Vice President of Member Services and Small Business at Raleigh Chamber. Wade and Devin discuss their partnership and what they have planned.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Justin Tucker's suspension. On May 5, 2025, the Baltimore Ravens released Tucker after 13 seasons. The team described it as a “football decision,” citing roster direction and his down year in 2024, despite no criminal charges at the time. Then beginning in January 2025, reports emerged that 16 massage therapists from Baltimore-area spas accused Tucker...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss how the Hornets did in the draft.  The Charlotte Hornets drafted 4 players in the 2025 NBAQ Draft the past couple days. They drafted two players in each round. In the first round, they took Kon Knueppel, Duke small forward, selected 4th overall and Liam McNeeley, UConn wing, picked 29th overall (via trade with Phoenix). In the second round, they took Sion James, Du...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss what trends we might see in future NBA drafts. The 2025 NBA Draft is in the books! With NIL and all the changes in college sports, what are some future trends we might see going forward?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if too much emotion was shown at the draft last night. The 2025 NBA Draft featured a strong Duke freshman class and was headlined by Duke forward Cooper Flagg, who was selected No. 1 overall by the Dallas Mavericks. Flagg, a versatile two-way player with elite defensive instincts and offensive polish, was widely seen as the best prospect in the draft. Duke’s...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss last night's NBA Draft and Duke vs UNC. Duke had 3 players (Cooper Flagg, Kon Knueppel, Khaman Maluach) drafted in the top 10 of the 1st round yesterday, while the University of North Carolina only had one player (Drake Powell) drafted in all of the 1st round. How should UNC fans feel about this?

Reese, Pam and Alex recap round one of the NBA Draft last night and give some grades. Round one of the NBA Draft was last night. The 2025 NBA Draft featured a strong Duke freshman class and was headlined by Duke forward Cooper Flagg, who was selected No. 1 overall by the Dallas Mavericks. Flagg, a versatile two-way player with elite defensive instincts and offensive polish, was widely seen as the...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss round one of the NBA Draft last night. Round one of the NBA Draft was last night. The 2025 NBA Draft featured a strong Duke freshman class and was headlined by Duke forward Cooper Flagg, who was selected No. 1 overall by the Dallas Mavericks. Flagg, a versatile two-way player with elite defensive instincts and offensive polish, was widely seen as the best prospect in th...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss round one of the NBA Draft last night. Round one of the NBA Draft was last night. The 2025 NBA Draft featured a strong Duke freshman class and was headlined by Duke forward Cooper Flagg, who was selected No. 1 overall by the Dallas Mavericks. Flagg, a versatile two-way player with elite defensive instincts and offensive polish, was widely seen as the best prospect in th...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Scissorhands. Corey “Scissorhands” Sutter is a barber who lives in Oklahoma City and a Sports Shop veteran. Scissorhands talks about the Oklahoma City Thunder winning the NBA Championship and what’s been going on for him recently.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if Alabama Football is in trouble. Reese and Kmac's beloved Nick Saban is no longer the head football coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide. Do they believe in Kalen DeBoer? Is Alabama in trouble?