PTI North Carolina FIRES Hubert Davis
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Mar 25, 2026 Tim Kirkton, ESPN baseball analyst known for scouting and season outlooks, joins to preview MLB Opening Night. He breaks down the Yankees and Aaron Judge, evaluates Shohei Ohtani as a full-time pitcher, and names the Phillies as the top NL threat to the Dodgers. They also debate automated ball-strike systems and Tony Vitello’s impact on the Giants’ clubhouse.
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Why Carolina Felt It Needed A Fast Coaching Reset
- North Carolina fired Hubert Davis after two straight first-round NCAA exits despite a 125-54 record.
- Michael Wilbon and Tony Kornheiser debate expectations at Carolina, the Dean Smith lineage, and candidates like Jay Wright and Billy Donovan as culturally defining choices.
65 Games Rule Is About Load Management Not Money
- The NBA's 65-game eligibility rule exists to limit load management and ensure stars play enough to satisfy fans.
- Tony argues voters won't pick a 61-game player like Cade Cunningham over candidates who've played 65+ games, while Michael wants injury exceptions.
Tanking Is A Systemic Problem Not Just Team Misconduct
- Tanking is incentivized by the draft system and rewards losing teams with high picks.
- Wilbon argues structural changes like flattening odds or relegation would be needed to stop deliberate losing, while Kornheiser calls the Wizards' approach a disgrace.