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The Sports Shop with Reese and K-Mac: The best urban sports talk show heard weekday mornings from 7 to 10 on Buzz Sports Radio, 99.3 FM in Raleigh, NC, 96.5 FM in Durham, 99.9 HD2, and always streaming through WRALSportsFan.

  1. 9H AGO

    Rapid-Fire: NBA Playoff Matchups, Wembanyama’s Rise, Carolina Hurricanes’ Dominance

    Reese, Kmac, Pam, and Alex took part in a rapid-fire discussion covering a mix of sports topics, jumping quickly between the NBA and broader sports headlines. The conversation included updates and opinions on the Lakers vs Thunder series and Pistons vs Cavaliers series, along with reactions to standout storylines around Victor Wembanyama and his growing impact in the league as well as the dominance of the Carolina Hurricanes.

    9 min

  2. 9H AGO

    Does Kevin Durant Care About Winning Or Just Playing? + Pistons Vs Cavaliers Series Begins Tonight

    Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers opening their series, debate who has the edge tonight and throughout the series, break down what to expect from James Harden in a high-pressure playoff setting and also dive into the Houston Rockets’ turbulent season with Kevin Durant, including concerns about chemistry, leadership, and whether his priorities align more with winning or individual performance. The Detroit Pistons and Cleveland Cavaliers enter tonight’s Game 1 matchup with momentum after both coming off dramatic Game 7 victories in their previous playoff series. Cleveland advanced after a hard-fought Game 7 win over the Toronto Raptors, while Detroit also arrives with confidence after pulling off a comeback from a 3-1 series deficit against the Orlando Magic. Now meeting in the next round, both teams bring emotional and physical fatigue along with confidence, setting up an interesting matchup. Who wins tonight? Who will win the series? What do we expect from James Harden? The Houston Rockets’ current situation with Kevin Durant has been shaped by both on-court setbacks and growing questions about team chemistry during a turbulent playoff run. Houston brought Kevin Durant in to anchor a young core featuring Alperen Şengün, Jabari Smith Jr., and Amen Thompson, hoping his scoring and experience would push them into title contention. Instead, injuries limited Durant’s availability in a first-round series, and reports around the team highlighted a noticeable disconnect during that stretch—most notably, moments after his injury where he was reportedly difficult for teammates and staff to locate as he stepped away from the bench area for treatment and frustration management. That situation, whether exaggerated online or not, fueled speculation about communication and cohesion issues within the roster. Combined with Houston’s early playoff exit, it has led to broader questions about chemistry, leadership structure and how well the roster is built around Durant’s style moving forward. Does KD care about winning or just about about playing? Should sport franchises be allowed to limit ticket sales to only people within their city? Who is more likely to bounce back from their Game 1 loss: Philadelphia 76ers or San Antonio Spurs?

    20 min

  3. 9H AGO

    Timberwolves Hold Off Spurs 104-102 In Game 1: What Does Minnesota’s Game 1 Win Really Tell Us About the Rest Of The Series?

    Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves’ narrow Game 1 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, breaking down whether the Spurs are in trouble after a late-game collapse in execution, whether Victor Wembanyama’s historic defensive impact can be matched by more consistent offensive production and what last night’s tightly contested finish actually reveals about how competitive the rest of the series is likely to be. The Minnesota Timberwolves edged out the San Antonio Spurs in a tight, defensive Game 1 of their playoff series last night, winning 104-102 in a grind-it-out battle that stayed close all the way to the final seconds. Julius Randle and a returning Anthony Edwards provided key late scoring to help Minnesota hold off a late Spurs push. San Antonio leaned heavily on its depth, with multiple players contributing, and got a historic defensive performance from Victor Wembanyama, who disrupted shots throughout the game but struggled offensively. Minnesota’s late execution made the difference, giving them a 1-0 series lead. Are the Spurs in trouble? Can Wemby figure out how to be more productive on the offensive end? Did last night's game tell us anything about this series?

    15 min

  4. 9H AGO

    Timberwolves Edge Spurs in Game 1 Thriller: Can Wembanyama’ Be More Productive On Offense? + Juke Harris Commits To Tennessee

    Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss the Minnesota Timberwolves’ narrow Game 1 win over the San Antonio Spurs, debating whether San Antonio is in trouble and whether Victor Wembanyama can take the next step offensively to match his dominant defensive impact. The Minnesota Timberwolves edged out the San Antonio Spurs in a tight, defensive Game 1 of their playoff series last night, winning 104-102 in a grind-it-out battle that stayed close all the way to the final seconds. Julius Randle and a returning Anthony Edwards provided key late scoring to help Minnesota hold off a late Spurs push. San Antonio leaned heavily on its depth, with multiple players contributing, and got a historic defensive performance from Victor Wembanyama, who disrupted shots throughout the game but struggled offensively. Minnesota’s late execution made the difference, giving them a 1-0 series lead. Are the Spurs in trouble? Can Wemby figure out how to be more productive on the offensive end? Juke Harris has been in the spotlight recently after making a major decision in the college basketball transfer portal. The former Wake Forest standout, who averaged over 21 points per game and emerged as one of the top scorers in the ACC, committed to Tennessee over other major programs like Michigan and North Carolina, while also withdrawing from the NBA Draft process. Why did he pick Tennessee over UNC?

    22 min

  5. 9H AGO

    A Nostalgic Trip Through Classic NBA On CBS Theme Songs From The 70s And 80s

    Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss old NBA CBS theme songs. Reese takes a trip down memory lane listening to old school NBA CBS theme songs. Reese reminisces about classic NBA CBS theme songs from the 1970s and 1980s, leaning into a wave of nostalgia for the broadcast music that defined that era of basketball coverage. Reese in particular wanted to revisit and play the old NBA on CBS theme songs, sparking conversation about how memorable those sounds were for longtime fans. Do your remember these songs? Were you alive?

    12 min

  6. 9H AGO

    NY Knicks Make Playoff History With 39-Point Rout Of 76ers: Knicks Dominance Or Philly Letdown?

    Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the Knicks’ historic Game 1 blowout over the 76ers, breaking down whether the dominant 39-point win says more about New York’s overwhelming offensive execution or Philadelphia’s collapse. The New York Knicks dominated the Philadelphia 76ers in Game 1 of the 2026 Eastern Conference semifinals last night, winning 137-98 in a one-sided blowout. After a brief competitive start, the Knicks took control late in the first quarter and steadily pulled away, eventually building a lead that approached 40 points. Jalen Brunson led the way with 35 points, including a huge first half that set the tone, while strong contributions from OG Anunoby, Mikal Bridges and Karl-Anthony Towns helped power an extremely efficient offensive performance, with New York shooting over 60% from the field. On the other side, Joel Embiid struggled to find rhythm and finished with just 14 points, while Tyrese Maxey and the rest of the Sixers couldn’t generate consistent offense. This 39-point Knicks victory also marks the largest home playoff win in Knicks franchise history, surpassing the previous record: +38 vs. BOS (May 16, 2025). Does this win say more about the Knicks or Sixers? Who will win the series?

    10 min

  7. 1D AGO

    NBA Playoff Action: Knicks Vs Sixers, Spurs Vs Timberwolves + Cherie DeVaux Makes History As First Woman Trainer To Win Kentucky Derby

    Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Cherie DeVaux’s historic Kentucky Derby breakthrough with Golden Tempo and some NBA Playoff action tonight. Cherie DeVaux had a historic weekend at the Kentucky Derby, training Golden Tempo to a stunning victory in the 2026 running of the race. In doing so, she became the first woman in history to train a Kentucky Derby winner. Golden Tempo pulled off the win in dramatic fashion, rallying from off the pace in the final stretch under jockey José Ortiz to secure a memorable upset at long odds. The performance capped one of the most significant milestones in modern horse racing, breaking a long-standing barrier in the sport and cementing DeVaux’s place in Derby history. The NBA playoff weekend delivered three Game 7s, all in the East, and this time it was the underdogs and comeback stories that defined it. The Philadelphia 76ers stunned the Boston Celtics on the road, completing a comeback from down 3-1 in the series and pulling off a historic win behind huge performances from Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, who dominated late and flipped both teams’ Game 7 narratives. That victory gives the Sixers major momentum heading into their next challenge, as they now face the New York Knicks. Who will win the series? Is Philadelphia overrated? Are the Knicks?

    16 min

  8. 1D AGO

    NBA Playoffs: Knicks Vs Sixers - How Good Is Philadelphia?

    Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss if the Philadelphia 76ers will beat the Knicks. The NBA playoff weekend delivered three Game 7s, all in the East, and this time it was the underdogs and comeback stories that defined it. The Philadelphia 76ers stunned the Boston Celtics on the road, completing a comeback from down 3-1 in the series and pulling off a historic win behind huge performances from Joel Embiid and Tyrese Maxey, who dominated late and flipped both teams’ Game 7 narratives. That victory gives the Sixers major momentum heading into their next challenge, as they now face the New York Knicks in a series shaping up to be one of the most physical and storyline-heavy matchups in the Eastern Conference. Who will win the series? Is Philadelphia overrated? Are the Knicks?

    15 min
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The Sports Shop with Reese and K-Mac: The best urban sports talk show heard weekday mornings from 7 to 10 on Buzz Sports Radio, 99.3 FM in Raleigh, NC, 96.5 FM in Durham, 99.9 HD2, and always streaming through WRALSportsFan.

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    Capitol Broadcasting
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    99.9 The Fan | Raleigh, North Carolina
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2026
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