The Drive with Tim Donnelly

Tim Donnelly & Graham Hill discussed the biggest concerns and confidence for the Carolina Hurricanes going into the final seven games of the regular season before the Stanley Cup playoffs, and what they need to do to contend for a Stanley Cup. Also, Tim Donnelly is joined by 99.9 The Fan’s Dennis Cox as he delivers coverage from Phoenix, Arizona setting the stage for NC State’s hig...

Tim Donnelly discussed the Carolina Panthers roster ahead of the 2024 season and identified the team’s most pressing hole. With the NFL Draft approaching, speculation is rife about which position the Panthers need to address urgently.

Illinois men’s basketball head coach Brad Underwood joined Tim Donnelly for an in-depth discussion on all things college basketball. From insights into coaching strategies to reflections on the season’s highlights, Coach Underwood shares his expertise and perspectives on the landscape of college basketball.

Tim Donnelly previews the upcoming showdown in the Final Four as NC State’s powerhouse DJ Burns squares off against Purdue’s towering Zach Edey. Tim breaks down the strengths and weaknesses of both players and key factors that could determine who has the better advantage in this thrilling clash.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss what former Carolina Panthers TE Hayden Hurst had to say about he franchise, and why he didn't return despite being cleared to return, and how GM Dan Morgan and Head Coach Dave Canales are changing the culture of the franchise.  

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss their confidence and concerns for NC State basketball. Plus,  a preveiw of tomorrow's Pack Therapy episode, featuring NC State broadcasting legend, Gary Hahn. 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the recent performances of Carolina Hurricanes' standout player following his lucrative contract extension. With insightful analysis and statistical breakdowns, Tim & Dennis explore if Sebastian Aho is living up to the expectations set by his new deal. Also, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox revist NC State linebacker Payton Wilson's NFL Draft stock.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how NC State basketball can win the Final Four weekend - not just beat Purdue basketball - in the NCAA Tournament as the team left for Phoenix, AZ for March Madness.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss what the Carolina Panthers should do with the 33rd & 39th pick in the 2024 NFL Draft, and why WR could satisfy both a need at the position while keeping the philosophy of drafting the 'best player available. Also, Mike Birling, Durham Bulls Vice President joins Tim to discuss tonight's Durham Bulls’ 2024 home opener against the Jacksonville Jumbo Shr...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the NC State basketball's run to the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament, and how their success in March Madness isn't "lucky," despite what the Washington Post claims.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox evaluate Duke basketball under the second season of head coach Jon Scheyer. Did they live up to expectations?

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the NC State basketball's run to the Final Four, and how there are similarities to Wolfpack basketball and their 1983 run to the NCAA Championship in the "Survive and Advance' season led by Jim Valvano. Also, Tim & Dennis discuss the Carolina Hurricanes signing 2021 second-round pick Scott Morrow to a 3-year contract. 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss NC State basketball big man DJ Burns getting legit interest from NFL franchises after NC State basketball making a run through March Madness to the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament. Also, another week of The Podium, where Wake Forest basketball, UNC Basketball, Duke basketball, and NC State basketball are all ranked from the previous week of basketball action...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the Top-5 moments of NC State basketball of their current postseason run. 5. Ben Middlebrooks' career day vs. Texas Tech in Round 1 of NCAA Tournament 4. Jayden Taylor OT 3pt vs Oakland in Round 2 of March Madness 3. Beating UNC in ACC Tournament Championship 2. DJ Burns And-1 layup vs. Duke basketabll in Elite 8 1. Michael O'Connell buzzer beater 3pt vs. UVA...

NC State basketball fans react to the NC State Wolfpack making it to the Final Four after beating Duke basketball in the Elite 8 of March Madness to advance to the Final Four of the NCAA Tournament, but also reaction from Duke basketball and North Carolina basketball fans who are enjoying the ride that NC State basketball is having. 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss NC State basketball vs Duke basketball, and their run to the Final Four of March Madness for the first time since 1983, and how DJ Burns has been unstoppable in the NCAA Tournament for head coach Kevin Keatts, and how Kevin Keatts has proven all of his doubters wrong.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Duke basketball vs Houston basketball, and the need for Kyle Filipowski to use his size against, along with Mark Mitchell, against an undersized front for Houston basketball in the Sweet 16. Also, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox provide their predictions for the Sweet Sixteen games of the NCAA Tournament tonight. 

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss NC State basketball vs Marquette basketball in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament, and how NC State features a unique player with DJ Burns Jr., and how Marquette basketball has their own unique player with Tyler Kolek. Also, Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox give their real bold prediction for the Sweet Sixteen games of the NCAA Tournament tonight. 

The Carolina Hurricanes beat the Detroit Red Wings, 4-0, in what was a dominant game for Carolina with Frederik Andersen getting another shutout, and the line of Jake Guentzel, Sebastian Aho, and Seth Jarvis continuing to dominate as a line, accounting for another two goals. Also, Chris Lea, WRAL Sports joins Tim Donnelly from Dallas to preview NC State vs. Marquette, and Duke vs. Houston in the S...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss UNC basketball losing to Alabama basketball, and the struggles of North Carolina basketball guard RJ Davis, as well as coaching decisions by Hubert Davis.

What is the biggest concern for the Carolina Hurricanes going into the stretch run of the regular season before the Stanley Cup playoffs, and who is their biggest threat to winning the Stanley Cup?  Also, Drake Maye threw at his pro day at North Carolina football ahead of the 2024 NFL Draft. 

Tim Donnelly says the defensive end of the court is going to be the most vital for North Carolina basketball as UNC basketball looks to advance to the Elite 8 with a matchup against Alabama basketball in the Sweet 16 of the NCAA Tournament. Also, would North Carolina basketball rather face ACC foe Clemson basketball, or former UNC Tar Heel Caleb Love and Arizona basketball in the Elite 8 with a ch...

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the first of two Sweet 16 games in the West Region as Clemson basketball will face Arizona basketball and former UNC basketball guard Caleb Love, with the winner of the game playing the winner of North Carolina basketball vs Alabama basketball.  Also, Pat Welter of WRAL Sports joined the show from Los Angeles to preview UNC vs Alabama in the Sweet 16 of t...

Tim Donnelly was joined by former UNC basketball star Marcus Ginyard to look ahead at North Carolina basketball vs Alabama basketball. Ginyard is also joined by Tom McDonald to say how people can get involved with Make-A-Wish in North Carolina.

Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how ACC basketball still has haters from national media members despite the ACC having continued success in the NCAA Tournament, including four teams in the Sweet 16 of March Madness. Also, the Carolina Hurricanes lose 4-1 on the road to the PIttsburgh Penguins in Jake Guentzel's return.