NBA Playoffs Coverage

Canes stay alive, Duke softball keeps rolling and an NHL mascot vote in the sports moments of the week

The Hurricanes used a huge third period surge to take Game 5 on Monday. Can they make history? Plus, unpredictability in the NBA, college football (video game) talk and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

Canes magic, the Drake Maye debate and Uncle MJ in the sports moments of the week

The Carolina Hurricanes scored 5 unanswered goals to steal Game 2 at home on Monday. What the win could mean for their ultimate goal this postseason, NFL Draft talk and more!

Clark Gerber, WRAL Sports contributor

Nuggets’ Sweep of Lakers Belies Their Claim of Being Underdogs

LOS ANGELES — As the Denver Nuggets’ historic celebration began, LeBron James, the Los Angeles Lakers’ star forward, walked off his home court, his face expressionless.

Tania Ganguli, New York Times

James Harden Finds His Old Groove and Gets the Sixers Back on Track

PHILADELPHIA — James Harden of the Philadelphia 76ers was on his way to Wells Fargo Center on Sunday morning when he received a text message from his coach, Doc Rivers, that included a link to a gospel song, “You Know My Name” by Tasha Cobbs Leonard. It was the first time Rivers had sent Harden a song. His curiosity was piqued.

Scott Cacciola, New York Times

Best of the Sports Shop (April 25, 2019)

The Sports Shop with Reese & K-Mac, heard weekday mornings from 6-9 on Buzz Sports Radio. It's "Throwback Thursday" as Reese, K-Mac and Jasmyn Fritz throw it back to the year 1979 for the bumper music. The crew discusses the Hurricanes prevailing over the Capitals in double overtime in Game 7 last night to advance to the second round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The crew also discusses last night's NBA Playoff action that saw the Warriors blow another lead at home to the Clippers and also preview tonight's start to the 2019 NFL Draft.

Best of the Sports Shop (April 24, 2019)

The Sports Shop with Reese & K-Mac, heard weekday mornings from 6-9 on Buzz Sports Radio. It's "Hump Day" as Reese, K-Mac and Jasmyn Fritz discuss the Hurricanes preparing to face the Capitals in Washington tonight in Game 7 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs. The crew also discusses last night's NBA Playoff action, including Damian Lillard hitting a 3-pointer at the buzzer to send the Blazers past Oklahoma City into the second round. In addition, a sexual assault allegation against new Sacramento Kings coach Luke Walton is also discussed.

Courtside with Chasity Melvin: Hometown hero to have court named in her honor this weekend in Roseboro

Chasity Melvin, NC State women's basketball great, former WNBA All-Star and assistant coach with the Greensboro Swarm of the NBA's G-League, joins the Sports Shop to talk about having a basketball court named in her honor this upcoming weekend in her hometown of Roseboro at the start of this year's Bloomfest. Melvin also chimes in on the NBA Playoffs, including Portland advancing past Oklahoma City last night thanks to Damian Lillard's 37-foot buzzer-beating shot.

Best of the Sports Shop (April 23, 2019)

The Sports Shop with Reese & K-Mac, heard weekday mornings from 6-9 on Buzz Sports Radio. It's "Terrific Tuesday" as Reese, K-Mac and Jasmyn Fritz discuss the Hurricanes defeating the Capitals last night at PNC Arena in Game 6 of their Stanley Cup Playoff series, forcing a deciding Game 7 Wednesday night in Washington. The crew also discusses last night's NBA Playoff action as well as Duke Basketball picking up two more highly-rated recruits and predictions for this week's NFL Draft.

Best of the Sports Shop (April 22, 2019)

The Sports Shop with Reese & K-Mac, heard weekday mornings from 6-9 on Buzz Sports Radio. It's "Good Look-Bad Look Monday" as Reese, K-Mac and Jasmyn Fritz discuss the Hurricanes looking to force a Game 7 against the Capitals tonight after being humiliated in Washington with a 6-0 loss on Saturday night as well as this past weekend's NBA Playoff action. Sports Shop favorites Mike in Cary and Shakai also share their NBA Playoff thoughts while boxing expert Perry in Cary shares his analysis of the Terrance Crawford-Amir Khan fight that took place last Saturday night.

Best of the Sports Shop (April 18, 2019)

The Sports Shop with Reese & K-Mac, heard weekday mornings from 6-9 on Buzz Sports Radio. It's "Throwback Thursday" as Reese, K-Mac and Jasmyn Fritz throw it back to the year 1978 for the bumper music. The crew discusses the Hurricanes preparing to take on the Capitals in Game 4 of the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs as well as last night's NBA Playoff action. The crew also discusses last night's NFL schedule release, including the Panthers' slate of games for 2020 and why Reese believes his Raiders were given a raw deal.

Best of the Sports Shop (April 17, 2019)

The Sports Shop with Reese & K-Mac, heard weekday mornings from 6-9 on Buzz Sports Radio. It's "Hump Day" as Reese, K-Mac and Jasmyn Fritz discuss some hockey pundits calling for fighting to be banned from the sport in light of Carolina rookie Andrei Svechnikov getting knocked out by Washington's Alex Ovechkin in a fight on Monday night, leaving Svechnikov doubtful for Game 4 between the Hurricanes and Capitals in the Stanley Cup Playoffs Thursday night. The crew also discusses last night's NBA Playoff action as well as RG III's new haircut, potential No. 1 NFL Draft pick Kyler Murray spurning the Redskins and Beyonce dropping another surprise album.

Best of the Sports Shop (April 16, 2019)

The Sports Shop with Reese & K-Mac, heard weekday mornings from 6-9 on Buzz Sports Radio. It's "Terrific Tuesday" as Reese, K-Mac and Jasmyn Fritz discuss the Hurricanes shutting out the Capitals last night at PNC Arena in Game 3 of their Stanley Cup Playoff series, but also losing their star rookie Andrei Svechnikov for the game after he was knocked out by Washington's Alex Ovechkin in a fight. The crew also discusses Duke's Zion Williamson declaring for the NBA Draft, the Warriors' epic collapse against the Clippers last night in the NBA Playoffs, and Russell Wilson announcing his new contract with the Seahawks in his own unique way. In addition, Terry Johnson, co-founder of the social media platform SpokeHub, joins the Sports Shop in-studio for "Around The Hub."

Best of the Sports Shop (April 15, 2019)

The Sports Shop with Reese & K-Mac, heard weekday mornings from 6-9 on Buzz Sports Radio. It's "Good Look-Bad Look Monday" as Reese, K-Mac and Jasmyn Fritz discuss Tiger Woods completing the ultimate comeback yesterday by winning his fifth Masters title, marking his first major championship in 11 years. The crew also discusses the Hurricanes coming home to host the Capitals trailing 2-0 in the Stanley Cup Playoffs, a recap of the weekend in the NBA Playoffs, LSU bringing back Will Wade and Jasmyn's review of the "Game of Thrones" season premiere.

Best of Adam and Joe (July 11, 2018)

Adam and Joe, heard weekdays 3-7 on 99.9 The Fan. On this edition of the show the guys discuss Adam Silver's comments about NBA parity, one and done's and re-configuring the playoff structure. Also, this week's edition of "Dumb Sports Radio" is included along with a Wednesday version of "What's Trending."

Best of Adam and Joe (June 8, 2018)

Adam and Joe, heard weekdays 3-7 on 99.9 The Fan. On this edition of the show the guys discuss the Caps first Stanley Cup Title, what happens when the Cavs get swept in the NBA Finals and the week in baseball.

League Pass Lair

Brenden Whitted and Brian Geisinger join Adam and Joe to talk about the NBA Finals to this point and where LeBron James is likely to end up next year.

Kroeger: Surreal to be the voice of the Hornets

New Charlotte Hornets radio broadcaster, Chris Kroeger, joins Adam and Joe to discuss his new role, who the Hornets should take in the draft and how the league might shake up this offseason.

Best of Adam and Joe (June 7, 2018)

Adam and Joe, heard weekdays 3-7 on 99.9 The Fan. On this edition of the show the guys discuss game three of the NBA Finals and Bryan Colangelo's resignation as President of the Philadelphia 76ers.

Best of Adam and Joe (June 6, 2018)

Adam and Joe, heard weekdays 3-7 on 99.9 The Fan. On this edition of the show the guys talk game three of the NBA Finals and LaVar Ball's new professional basketball league. Also, this week's edition of "Dumb Sports Radio" is included.

Bonnell: The Warriors have done what they're supposed to do

The Charlotte Observer's NBA writer, Rick Bonnell, joins Adam and Joe to discuss why he thinks the Cavs will win a game in the NBA Finals, why Golden State has been successful thus far and Chris Kroeger as the successor to Steve Martin on the Charlotte Hornets radio broadcast.

Best of Adam and Joe (May 30, 2018)

Adam and Joe, heard weekdays 3-7 on 99.9 The Fan. On this edition of the show Lauren Brownlow sits in for Adam. She and Joe talk about Bryan Colangelo's multiple fake twitter accounts and Nick Saban's feelings about transfers. Also, this week's edition of "Dumb Sports Radio" is included.

Best of Adam and Joe (May 29, 2018)

Adam and Joe, heard weekdays 3-7 on 99.9 The Fan. On this edition of the show Lauren Brownlow fills in for Adam Gold. She and Joe talk NBA conference champions and the NBA Finals. Also, this week's edition of "Truth Bombs" and the "Top 4 at 4" rings are included.

Best of Adam and Joe (May 25, 2018)

Adam and Joe, heard weekdays 3-7 on 99.9 The Fan. On this edition of the show the guys discuss the Rockets game five win over the Warriors, game seven in the Eastern Conference Finals and Marilyn Payne sits down to talk ACC Baseball.

League Pass Lair

Brenden Whitted from the League Pass Lair joins Adam and Joe to discuss how the Houston Rockets took a 3-2 series lead over the Golden State Warriors, game seven in the Eastern Conference Finals and if that will be LeBron's final game in a Cavs uniform.

Brownlow: We'll see how much Luke Maye takes away from his NBA tryout experience

Lauren Brownlow joins Adam and Joe to talk about Luke Maye's decision to return to UNC, Jason Tatum's performance, and the NFL's National Anthem rule.