NBA writer for ESPN & co-host of Pack Your Knives Podcast, Kevin Arnovitz, joins the V Man to discuss: Marc Gasol, Anthony Davis, what NBA GM’s haven’t had to deal with that NFL GM’s do, and more!

The guy who was ready to write off the new Hornets management for not making a trade, Edward who says the Warriors are overrated, and MLB decision makers come on down the main lobby!

Sportswriter covering Duke & ACC Sports for The News Observer, Steve Wiseman, joins the V Man to discuss: Duke’s upcoming match-up with Virginia, which ACC team is a disappointment, what aspect of Zion Williamson’s game is being underrated, and more!

The V Man reminds us that the sports media is for the fans and caller Robert got on his soapbox to echo V’s sentiments!

This week on the Pearl Report.

– :40    We caught up with Mr. Jeff Green Co-Owner of Collaborative Ventures – Charlotte’s premier business resource and networking group .
2:33   McDonald’s All American nominee John Micheal Wright of Fayetteville Academy dialed into the show.  At the time of the recording, Fayetteville Academy was sporting a 22-2 record, heading into conference seeding (NCISAA-2A class).  John Michael Wright is currently ranked as the top prospect (c/o 2019) inside the NextUS Rankings Report.  The NextUS Rankings Report ranks all eligible athletes that’s attended the US Prep Elite Exposure camps.

7:50   Coach Myron Lowery of the Butler Bulldogs provided us with some insight on his team’s victory against the reigning 4A state champions, Independence High School, this past Tuesday as well as thoughts on their season thus far and possible conference and playoff scenarios. 
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The Wake Up Call welcomes Rod Boone of The Athletic to discuss the lack of Hornets’ moves at the deadline, Malik Monk’s improvement, and if the Hornets will buy out Frank Kaminsky.

Jourdan Rodrigue from the Charlotte Observer joins the show to discuss Cam Newton’s recent response on his shoulder injury, how she assesses the rookies, and what she expects Carolina to do at the backup QB position.

Dan Favale of Bleacher Report joins the show to discuss the aftermath of NBA Trade deadline day including Charlotte staying quiet, the competitive top tier of the Eastern Conference, and Anthony Davis staying in New Orleans.

Bobby, Molly & Walker react to Charlotte making no trade deadline moves.