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Reese, Pam and Alex speak with our second Salute To Champion Devin Brown.

Devin Brown is a 2026 Salute To Champions Recipient! Brown is the Polemarch (chapter president) of the Cary, North Carolina, Alumni Chapter of Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc., where he provides leadership for local initiatives focused on service, mentorship and community impact. In this role, he plays a key part in organizing events like the annual 'Shop With a Kappa' event, partnering with organizations like the Kappa Foundation of Cary to provide underprivileged children with a holiday shopping experience. Brown also mentors youth throughout the year, supports educational programs, and works to strengthen community engagement across the Raleigh area.

Reese, Pam and Alex speak with Wade Harris and Shema Carraway.

It is Firebirds Friday! Wade Harris is the CEO, Director of Player Development and the Managing Partner of the Raleigh Firebirds. Shema Carraway is a community leader based in Raleigh, North Carolina. She serves as the President of the Pearls in Partnership Foundation, Inc., a nonprofit organization dedicated to scholarships and community service initiatives in the North Raleigh and Franklin County area. In addition, she is active in local organizational leadership, including roles with the Omega Lambda Omega chapter of Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., where she has held positions such as Assistant Treasurer and leadership committee member.

Harris and Carraway discuss a STEM and health fair event titled, "Annual Community 5K, STEM & Health Fair." The event features a 5K walk/run, STEM demonstrations and health-focused resources, providing educational and wellness opportunities for the local community. You can register on Eventbrite.

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss last night's NFL Honors results and the 2026 Football Hall of Fame Inductees.

The NFL Honors were last night! Did the NFL get it right?

As for the Football Hall of Fame, once again, Torry Holt missed the cut. What does Reese think about the 2026 Hall of Fame Inductees? Did they get it right? Did anyone get snubbed?

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Throwback Thurday, the NBA Trade Deadline and more.

Yesterday, there was a mix of blockbuster trades and supporting trades across the NBA. 

In one of the biggest headlines of the day, the Dallas Mavericks traded 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards as part of a large transaction that included Jaden Hardy, D’Angelo Russell, and Dante Exum heading to Washington. In return, Dallas received Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson, Malaki Branham, Marvin Bagley III, two first-round picks and three second-round picks as they pivot toward rebuilding around young talent and draft assets.

The trade deadline is today at 3PM. Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has been believed to be in trade discussions. Will Giannis be traded today and if so, where to?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss if Giannis Antetokounmpo may be traded and the NBA Trade Deadline.

In one of the biggest headlines of the day, the Dallas Mavericks traded 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards as part of a large transaction that included Jaden Hardy, D’Angelo Russell, and Dante Exum heading to Washington. In return, Dallas received Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson, Malaki Branham, Marvin Bagley III, two first-round picks and three second-round picks as they pivot toward rebuilding around young talent and draft assets.

The Duke Blue Devils vs. North Carolina Tar Heels matchup takes place this weekend, Saturday, February 7, 2026 and is one of the most anticipated games of the college basketball season. It’ll take place at 6:30 p.m. ET at the Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill. Duke enters the game as one of the nation’s elite teams, ranked No. 4 with a strong ACC record and a long winning streak behind them led by standout freshman Cameron Boozer. UNC, ranked around No. 14, has been playing well too, winning several straight and featuring key contributors like Caleb Wilson, Henri Veesaar and Seth Trimble. How will this matchup go? Who will win Satruday night? Will Boozer and Wilson guard one another?

The trade deadline is today at 3PM. Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo has been believed to be in trade discussions. Will Giannis be traded today and if so, where to?

Reese, Pam and Alex speak with GameDay Charlie and CL Brown and discuss the Battle of the Blues, ACC Basketball and more.

The Duke Blue Devils vs. North Carolina Tar Heels matchup takes place this weekend, Saturday, February 7, 2026 and is one of the most anticipated games of the college basketball season. It’ll take place at 6:30 p.m. ET at the Dean E. Smith Center in Chapel Hill. Duke enters the game as one of the nation’s elite teams, ranked No. 4 with a strong ACC record and a long winning streak behind them led by standout freshman Cameron Boozer. UNC, ranked around No. 14, has been playing well too, winning several straight and featuring key contributors like Caleb Wilson, Henri Veesaar and Seth Trimble. How will this matchup go? Who will win Satruday night? Will Boozer and Wilson guard one another?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss the NBA Trade Deadline, what these moves mean for the league, whether the Mavericks made the right call moving Anthony Davis and if today’s trade-deadline drama could include a shocking blockbuster involving Giannis Antetokounmpo or Ja Morant before the clock hits 3 p.m.

Yesterday, there was a mix of blockbuster trades and supporting trades across the NBA. 

In one of the biggest headlines of the day, the Dallas Mavericks traded 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards as part of a large transaction that included Jaden Hardy, D’Angelo Russell, and Dante Exum heading to Washington. In return, Dallas received Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson, Malaki Branham, Marvin Bagley III, two first-round picks and three second-round picks as they pivot toward rebuilding around young talent and draft assets.

The Chicago Bulls made a significant move, sending Coby White and Mike Conley Jr. to the Charlotte Hornets in exchange for Collin Sexton, Ousmane Dieng and three future second-round draft picks in a three-team deal that also involved the Oklahoma City Thunder.

The trade deadline is today at 3PM. Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo and Grizzlies star Ja Morant have been believed to be in trade discussions. Will either Giannis and Morant get traded today?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss Anthony Davis being traded and Ryan Clark's comments about the NFL failing to hire Black head coaches.

In one of the biggest headlines of the day yesterday, the Dallas Mavericks traded 10-time All-Star Anthony Davis to the Washington Wizards as part of a large transaction that included Jaden Hardy, D’Angelo Russell, and Dante Exum heading to Washington. In return, Dallas received Khris Middleton, AJ Johnson, Malaki Branham, Marvin Bagley III, two first-round picks and three second-round picks as they pivot toward building around Cooper Flagg. Was this a good trade? What does it mean? Did it surprise you?

Ryan Clark recently spoke about the state of the NFL regarding the league's inability and continued failure to meaningfully hire and retain Black head coaches, despite the large number of Black players and assistants who help drive the sport. What did he say? Is he right?

Reese, Pam and Alex discuss this upcoming Super Bowl Sunday, Saturday's Battle of the Blues, what might be happening tomorrow and more.

Reese, Kmac, Pam and Alex discuss Cam Newton's comments about Drake Maye.

Is Cam Newton right about Drake Maye?