ESPN.com Carolina Panthers beat writer David Newton joins Gerry V to talk about the vacant GM position, the looming decision from Julius Peppers, the team's offseason agenda, and more. 

ESPN college basketball analyst Dino Gaudio joins Gerry V to talk about the Tar Heels turning the corner, Duke needing to get Grayson Allen involved, the pleasant surprise in the ACC, and more.  

The Hornets are continuing with their downward spiral, 10 games under .500 and going nowhere…so Gerry V looks at what is next for the Hornets future and what he would do!

In today's Hot 5 The Wake Up Call debates whether the Hornets should throw in the white towel, if the Cavs will make it back to the NBA finals, and their song choice if they were an olympic figure skater.

David Teel of the Daily Press joins the show to discuss Virginia's season so far, their chances to reach the Final Four, and his thoughts on what could happen in March.

NBA columnist and Sporting News writer Mitch Lawrence joins The Wake Up Call to discuss the Cleveland Cavaliers revamped roster, the Lakers pursuit of Lebron James and Paul George, and the future of Klay Thompson. 

Sportswriter for the News and Observer Joe Giglio joins The Wake Up Call to discuss lastnight's Duke vs UNC game, the performances of Luke Maye and Cam Johnson throughout the season and what Duke needs to do in order to improve.