UNC basketball fans are calling for Hubert Davis' job
UNC basketball fans react to the 85-65 blowout loss to Clemson.
Feb 11, 2025•16 min
The Drive with Tim Donnelly
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UNC basketball shows no fight in 85-65 loss to Clemson
Dennis Cox & Graham Hill recap UNC basketball’s disappointing 85-65 loss to Clemson, analyzing what went wrong for the Tar Heels on both ends of the floor.
Feb 11, 2025•11 min
Why Carolina Panthers fans shouldn't overreact to close games against Super Bowl teams
Dennis Cox & Graham Hill discuss the Carolina Panthers' season performances. The Panthers played the Kansas City Chiefs and the Philadelphia Eagles close, two teams that battled in the Super Bowl. While many fans are excited about the Panthers' competitive showings, Dennis & Graham explain why it's important not to get too far ahead of themselves.
Feb 10, 2025•12 min
What the Carolina Panthers can learn from the Eagles' dominant Super Bowl win
Dennis Cox & Graham Hill recap the Philadelphia Eagles' dominant 40-22 victory over the Kansas City Chiefs in the Super Bowl and discuss what lessons the Carolina Panthers can learn from it.
Feb 10, 2025•10 min
UNC basketball survives Pittsburgh 67-66 in thriller
Dennis Cox & Graham Hill recap UNC basketball’s nail-biting 66-67 victory over Pittsburgh.
Feb 10, 2025•10 min
What exactly is going wrong for NC State basketball?
Dennis Cox & Graham Hill discuss NC State basketball’s recent struggles as the Wolfpack endure a seven-game losing streak, the longest under head coach Kevin Keatts.
Feb 07, 2025•9 min
UNC basketball seeks revenge vs Pitt in crucial ACC showdown
Dennis Cox & Graham Hill preview UNC basketball’s pivotal ACC matchup against Pitt. With the Panthers already securing a win over the Tar Heels earlier this season, can UNC bounce back and protect their home court?
Feb 07, 2025•8 min
Why Carolina Hurricanes fans shouldn't panic after three straight losses
Dennis Cox & Graham Hill discuss why it’s too early for Carolina Hurricanes fans to hit the panic button, despite falling 2-1 to the Minnesota Wild for their third consecutive loss.
Feb 07, 2025•12 min
Carolina Hurricanes have time to figure out Mikko Rantanen
Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes facing the Minnesota Wild, but how there's a lack of patience by fans regarding head coach Rod Brind'Amour and forward Mikko Rantanen.
Feb 06, 2025•12 min
Duke basketball dominates Syracuse basketball, 83-54
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Duke basketball dominating Syracuse basketball, 83-54, and how there was no let down from head coach Jon Scheyer after beating rival UNC in their previous game.
Feb 06, 2025•9 min
NC State basketball still struggles late in loss to Cal basketball
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss NC State basketball struggling late games again under head coach Kevin Keatts with the latest loss, 74-62 to Cal basketball.
Feb 06, 2025•12 min
Bill Belichick, UNC football setting up for future recruiting success
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss how UNC football coach Bill Belichick built his first recruiting class, and the way North Carolina football is shaping itself for the future.
Feb 05, 2025•10 min
ACC basketball is falling short of expectations
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss UNC basketball and several other ACC basketball programs falling short of standards and expectations, and how the ACC will get very few teams into the NCAA Tournament.
Feb 05, 2025•12 min
Carolina Hurricanes lose to Winnipeg Jets with questions about production from Rantanen, Hall
Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes losing 3-0 to the Winnipeg Jets, including questions about goalie interference, and the production of Mikko Rantanen and Taylor Hall.
Feb 05, 2025•12 min
Carolina Hurricanes must play strong going into Four Nations break
Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes' final three games before the NHL Four Nations Cup, including continuity for Mikko Rantanen and Taylor Hall.
Feb 04, 2025•9 min
UNC basketball coach Hubert Davis vows to make changes
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss UNC basketball head coach Hubert Davis stating that there will be additions and changes with his staff, including how North Carolina needs to adjust their approach as a program.
Feb 04, 2025•12 min
Carolina Hurricanes recall defenseman Scott Morrow
Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes recalling defenseman Scott Morrow from the Chicago Wolves of the AHL, with Tim & Dennis discussing if Carolina Hurricanes GM Eric Tulsky is looking to make another trade weeks before the NHL trade deadline.
Feb 03, 2025•9 min
Will UNC basketball and NC State basketball making coaching changes?
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if UNC basketball coach Hubert Davis and if NC State basketball coach Kevin Keatts will be fired at the end of the season.
Feb 03, 2025•11 min
NC State basketball still struggles late in loss to Clemson basketball
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss NC State basketball struggling late in the game again, this time in a 68-58 loss to Clemson basketball, and if NC State will miss the ACC Basketball Tournament.
Feb 03, 2025•7 min
Duke basketball & Cooper Flagg dominate UNC basketball, 87-70
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss Duke basketball dominated UNC basketball, how Duke head coach Jon Scheyer were led by freshmen Cooper Flagg & Kon Knueppel.
Feb 03, 2025•12 min
Can UNC basketball slow down Cooper Flagg, Duke basketball?
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss UNC basketball getting prepared to take on Duke basketball, including how North Carolina basketball coach Hubert Davis will defend Cooper Flagg, and if Ian Jackson & RJ Davis could provide and edge for UNC.
Jan 31, 2025•11 min
Mikko Rantanen scores for Carolina Hurricanes in win over Chicago Blackhawks
Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes beating the Chicago Blackhawks without Sebastian Aho and Taylor Hall, and Mikko Rantanen scoring his first goal for the Hurricanes.
Jan 31, 2025•12 min
Cam Newton would take MVP over a Super Bowl
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss former Carolina Panthers QB Cam Newton saying on ESPN's First Stake that he would be MVP over winning a Super Bowl title.
Jan 30, 2025•12 min
Mikko Rantanen, Taylor Hall make home debut for Carolina Hurricanes
Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes facing the Chicago Blackhawks with Mikko Rantanen & Taylor Hall playing at the Lenovo Center for the first as Canes players, the celebration of Frederik Andersen's 500th game and 300th win, and Teuvo Teravainen returning to Raleigh to face the Hurricanes.
Jan 30, 2025•11 min
UNC basketball & Duke basketball - who handles the emotions better?
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss UNC basketball getting prepared to take on Duke basketball, including Duke coach Jon Scheyer not shying away from all that comes with the rivalry, while North Carolina guard RJ Davis discussing about staying in the moment.
Jan 30, 2025•13 min
DEBATE: Should the Carolina Panthers go all-in on Tee Higgins?
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss if the Carolina Hurricanes should pursue Cincinnati Bengals WR Tee Higgins at the start of NFL Free Agency.
Jan 29, 2025•15 min
UNC basketball is struggling, while Duke basketball is thriving
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss the state of UNC basketball under head coach Hubert Davis compared to Duke basketball under head coach Jon Scheyer, and why North Carolina basketball is falling below standards.
Jan 29, 2025•14 min
UNC Basketball loses lead late at PITT basketball, 73-65
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss UNC basketball losing on the road to PITT basketball, and how North Carolina basketball continues to fall short of standards and lose leads under head coach Hubert Davis.
Jan 29, 2025•11 min
Mikko Rantanen, Taylor Hall impactful in Carolina Hurricanes 4-0 shutout of New York Rangers
Tim Donnelly and Dennis Cox discuss the Carolina Hurricanes facing the New York Rangers with head coach Rod Brind'Amour looking to find chemistry with new players Mikko Rantanen and Taylor Hall.
Jan 29, 2025•11 min
UNC Basketball has a tough matchup at PITT basketball
Tim Donnelly & Dennis Cox discuss UNC basketball needing a statement win on the road over PITT basketball, and how North Carolina coach Hubert Davis needs to motivate his team to be tougher on defense with the Tar Heels trying to make the NCAA Tournament as March Madness approaches.
Jan 28, 2025•9 min
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