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Reese Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if the Timberwolves will win tonight. The Minnesota Timberwolves will host the Golden State Warriors in Game 2 tonight.  The Golden State Warriors lead the series 1-0 after securing a close win in Game 1. The Timberwolves will look to even the series tonight on their home court. Unfortunately for the Warriors, they will be without the services of their star St...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss tonight's NBA playoff game and what is going on with the Celtics. The Minnesota Timberwolves will host the Golden State Warriors in Game 2 tonight.  The Golden State Warriors lead the series 1-0 after securing a close win in Game 1. The Timberwolves will look to even the series tonight on their home court. Unfortunately for the Warriors, they will be without...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Dr. Deborah Stroman. Dr. Stroman discusses the history of the New York Knicks. What is the origin of the Knicks?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Thunder win over the Nuggets and the best remaining teams in the NBA playoffs. The Denver Nuggets suffered a significant defeat against the Oklahoma City Thunder, losing 149–106 in Game 2 of their Western Conference semifinal series. The Thunder dominated the game from the outset, setting a franchise playoff scoring record and tying the NBA playoff recor...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Knicks comeback win over the Celtics and if the NBA is hard to watch.  The New York Knicks secured a thrilling 91-90 victory over the Boston Celtics at TD Garden, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series. For the second consecutive game, the Celtics squandered a 20-point lead, with the Knicks' defense tightening in the fou...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Knicks win over the Celtics in Game 2. The New York Knicks secured a thrilling 91-90 victory over the Boston Celtics at TD Garden, taking a commanding 2-0 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series. For the second consecutive game, the Celtics squandered a 20-point lead, with the Knicks' defense tightening in the fourth quarter to seal the win. The Knic...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Greg Ellis. Greg Ellis is a former defensive end for the Dallas Cowboys. North Carolina football legend Greg Ellis, recently inducted into the North Carolina Sports Hall of Fame is now tackling mental health with a new, free services app. Ellis, known for his quarterback sacks and All-American career at UNC before a 12-year NFL career with the Dallas Cowboys an...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Warriors win over the Timberwolves in Game 1 and Steph Curry's injury. The Golden State Warriors defeated the Minnesota Timberwolves 99–88 in Game 1 of their Western Conference Semifinals matchup last night. The Timberwolves struggled offensively, shooting just 5-of-29 from beyond the arc and scoring a franchise-low 31 points in the first half. The Timbe...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Steelers trading George Pickens to the Cowboys. The Pittsburgh Steelers are sending wide receiver George Pickens to the Dallas Cowboys in a significant move. In exchange, the Cowboys have given up a 2026 third-round pick and a 2027 fifth-round pick, while also receiving a 2026 sixth-round pick from the Steelers. The Cowboys are optimistic about his potential as a st...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Pacers win over the Cavaliers. The Indiana Pacers secured a thrilling 120-119 victory over the Cleveland Cavaliers in Game 2 of their second-round playoff series last night. This dramatic win gave the Pacers a commanding 2-0 series lead. The game was a rollercoaster, with Cleveland holding a seven-point lead in the final minute. However, the Pacers closed the game o...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss playoff action tonight in the NBA. Tonight, Tuesday, May 6, 2025, the NBA Playoffs continue with two exciting Game 1 matchups in the Conference Semifinals! The Cleveland Cavaliers will host the Indiana Pacers in GamE 2 tonight. The Cavaliers, the No. 1 seed in the Eastern Conference, are looking to bounce back after a 121–112 loss in Game 1. The Pacers aim t...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Knicks win over the Celtics. The New York Knicks secured a thrilling 108-105 overtime victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals last night. The Knicks overcame a 20-point deficit in the second half, entering the fourth quarter down by nine points. Their resilience led to a hard-fought overtime win with Jalen Brunson and OG...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Nuggets comeback win over the Thunder and if Jalen Brunson is the greatest New York Knick ever. The Denver Nuggets secured a thrilling 121–119 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder in Game 1 of the Western Conference Semifinals last night. The Thunder led the game for the majority of the night but Denver fought their way to a victory. Aaron Gordon's hit...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Met Gala. The Met Gala was last night. What were some of the best outfits?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Knicks comeback win over the Celtics. The New York Knicks secured a thrilling 108-105 overtime victory over the Boston Celtics in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals last night. The Knicks overcame a 20-point deficit in the second half, entering the fourth quarter down by nine points. Their resilience led to a hard-fought overtime win with Jalen Brunson and...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if they would rather have Draymond Green or Steph Curry on the Golden State Warriors. The Golden State Warriors secured a decisive 103–89 victory over the Houston Rockets in Game 7 of their Western Conference first-round playoff series. This win propelled the Warriors into the Western Conference Semifinals. Buddy Hield emerged as the standout performer, deli...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Gregg Popovich stepping down as the Spurs head coach. Gregg Popovich, the legendary head coach of the San Antonio Spurs, announced his retirement on May 2, 2025, concluding a remarkable 29-season tenure with the team. At 76 years old, Popovich stepped down from his coaching role after suffering a mild stroke in November 2024. He had hoped to return but ultimately...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if Draymond Green is the most important Warrior and James Harden's performances in the playoffs. The Denver Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 120-101 over the weekend in Game 7. James Harden scored 7 points on 2-8 shooting from the field. Harden added 13 assists and 5 rebounds with 2 steals and a block. James Harden did not play his best game in Game 7. Ha...

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss their Good Looks and Bad Looks on this Good Look Bad Look Monday. How was Reese's weekend? What did he do? Sovereignty outduled Journalism to win the Kentucky Derby! Did you watch? Did your horse win?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss how Pam got her childhood horse. The Kentucky Derby begins today! What are the names of the horses? What would you name your horse? What stories does Pam have for us?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss John Haliburton's (Tyrese Haliburton's father) comments about his altercation with Giannis and preview upcoming NBA playoff games. According to TMJ News, John Haliburton described his encounter with Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo after the Pacers eliminated th Bucks from the playoffs in Game 5. What did Haliburton say? The Houston Rockets face the Gold...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Kentucky Derby. The Kentucky Derby begins today! What are the names of the horses? What would you name your horse? What stories does Pam have for us?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Clippers win over the Nuggets in Game 6. Last night, Thursday, May 1, 2025, the LA Clippers defeated the Denver Nuggets 111–105 in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series, forcing a decisive Game 7.  James Harden contributed 28 points and 8 assists, while Ivica Zubac added 10 points, 6 rebounds and great defense on Nikola Jokic. The Clippers' def...

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex speak with Wade Harris and Braxton Honeycutt. It is Firebirds Friday! Wade Harris is the CEO, Director of Player Development and the Managing Partner of the Raleigh Firebirds.  Braxton Honeycutt discusses NC Sports Con this weekend. NC Sports Con is a convention for sports, health and wellness taking place this Saturday, May 3 from 10am-5pm.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Knicks win over the Pistons. The New York Knicks defeated the Detroit Pistons 116-113 last night in Game 6 of their first-round playoff series. Jalen Brunson delivered a standout performance, scoring 40 points and hitting a game-winning three-pointer with 4.3 seconds remaining. His clutch shot capped a dramatic comeback, as the Knicks overcame a seven-point de...