Episodes
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In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and Austin Rivers debate if the Celtics are still the clear favorites to win the NBA Finals. Plus, the crew weighs in on whether or not the Mavericks have enough to win a title. It's Wednesday so you know what that means: Mad Dog tells us what's bothering him this week. We debate if the Knicks are title contenders with their current roster.
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In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and Austin Rivers react to the Celtics' OT win over the Pacers in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals and debate if the Pacers have blown their chance of winning the series. The crew gives their predictions for the opening game of the Mavericks-Timberwolves series tonight. Kimberley A. Martin joins the show to debate what the Jets' ceiling is this season. Stephen A. teases his upcoming ESPN+ series.
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In this episode, Shannon Sharpe, Brian Windhorst, Andraya Carter, and Austin Rivers take over for Stephen A. as they debate if Jayson Tatum is under the most pressure to win a title this year. Plus, the crew decides which team has more at stake this offseason: the Knicks or the Lakers? Windy gives us some insight on the Lakers' head coach search. The crew disagrees on which duo left in the playoffs is the most dangerous... is it Tatum/Brown? Luka/Kyrie? Or someone else? Andraya Carter shows off her boxing chops.
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With the absence of Stephen A. Smith in today's episode, Shannon Sharpe, Austin Rivers, Andraya Carter, and Brian Windhorst held it down, debating if the Pacers have a legit shot against the Celtics. They also discuss whether or not Anthony Edwards is already the new face of the NBA. The crew weighs in on the Knicks possibly adding another star player to help with their title chances next season. Lastly, Andraya gives her take about Caitlin Clark's recent performance against the Sun with an injured ankle.
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Stephen A., Shannon Sharpe and Kendrick Perkins discuss if Ant Edwards is the face of the NBA, the Wolves/Mavs WCF matchup and if the Celtics are championship or bust this season.
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Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Tim Legler debate if the Timberwolves-Nuggets Game 7 was another collapse for the Nuggets or a triumphant comeback for the Timberwolves. Things get heated as the crew weighs in on the Pacers-Knicks Game 7. Lastly, the crew discusses the biggest reason the Mavericks defeated the Thunder.
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Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim are joined by Jeff Darlington to discuss the breaking news of Scottie Scheffler's detainment and release at the PGA Championship for failure to follow police orders. Monica McNutt and Kendrick Perkins join the show to debate who will win Game 7 of the Timberwolves-Nuggets series. Tim Legler joins the show to debate if the Pacers-Knicks series will go to Game 7. Lastly, the crew weighs in on biggest key for the Mavericks to close out their series against the Thunder.
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Breaking news of Scottie Scheffler's detainment and release at the PGA Championship for failure to follow police orders. First Take goes live to his tee time as Round 2 of the PGA Championship begins. Stephen A. Smith is then joined by Monica McNutt and Tim Legler to react to the Timberwolves' 45-point routing of the Nuggets to force a Game 7 in their series. They also debate the most important player in Game 6 of the Knicks-Pacers series tonight. Lastly, the crew weighs in on Caitlin Clark's first two games in the WNBA.
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Stephen A. Smith, Tim Legler, and Brian Windhorst debate who needs to step up more for the Timberwolves; Anthony Edwards or Karl-Anthony Towns? Ryan Clark and Damien Woody also join the show to get into the upcoming NFL schedule. RC gives us his favorite NFL team schedule video. They discuss how confident Cowboys’ fans should be in their team this season, with them being tied with the Jets for the most primetime games. Lastly, everyone roasts Stephen A. for saying he can score a basket on anyone in the world, including LeBron James and Michael Jordan.
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Stephen A. Smith, Tim Legler, and Brian Windhorst debate which opponent will be next for the Celtics: Pacers or Knicks? They also debate who would they rather have between Luka Doncic or Shai Gilgeous-Alexander in their Game 6 playoff matchup. The crew discuss if Rudy Gobert should be blamed for Nikola Jokic's big Game 5 playoff performance. Lastly, things get heated between Ryan Clark and Damien Woody with the Jets having six prime-time games in the first 11 weeks.
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Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, Kendrick Perkins, and Andraya Carter discuss which series will go to seven games; Timberwolves-Nuggets or Pacers-Knicks? Mad Dog answers fans' questions live using #AskFirstTake. The crew reacts live to Bronny James' comments regarding his goal to play in the NBA, not with his father LeBron. Lastly, it's Wednesday so you know Mad Dog has been waiting to tell us what he's mad about this week.
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Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and Kendrick Perkins have a heated debate about the Knicks possibly clinching the series against the Pacers. They also debate if the Nuggets are taking over the series or the Timberwolves blew the series. Chiney Ogwumike and Andraya Carter join the show to discuss Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut against the Connecticut Sun. Lastly, the crew has Speed Debates on the Celtics' title chances, the Las Vegas Aces potentially becoming three-peat WNBA champions, and concerns regarding Luka Doncic.
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Shannon Sharpe, Tim Legler, and Brian Windhorst speculate if LeBron sitting courtside during the Cavaliers-Celtics game means a potential return to his hometown. The crew discusses if the winner of the Timberwolves-Nuggets series will be the title favorites. They also debate if the Big 3 era in the NBA is officially over. Lastly, they discuss the potential candidates for the Los Angeles Lakers' head coaching vacancy.
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Shannon Sharpe, Tim Legler, and Monica McNutt debate whether or not Luka's performance should be the blame for the Mavericks' loss to the Thunder last night. They discuss whether or not the Celtics are still the heavy favorite to win it all. The crew also debates which team has the edge to win the series between the Pacers or Knicks. Lastly, the crew shares their expectations of Caitlin Clark's WNBA debut.
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Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Kendrick Perkins discuss whether or not the Timberwolves blew their chances to advance to the Western Conference Finals. There was a heated debate in the studio between Shannon and Perk on whether or not the current NBA players can play in the NFL right now. They also discussed Kevin Durant's legacy was done more harm than good when he previously joined the Warriors. Lastly, they debate the best destination for Kevin Durant if he leaves the Suns.
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Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe and Monica McNutt react to the NBA's playoff games from yesterday. They debate whether or not the Timberwolves have blown on their chance to win the series against the Nuggets. The crew also weighs in on the Knicks' blowout loss to the Pacers and Michael Wilbon's comments saying the Suns are beyond repair.
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In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins, and Chiney Ogwumike get into a heated debate as they react to Draymond Green calling the Knicks' playoff run "a fluke". Joe Fortenbaugh joins the show to make us some money heading into this weekend's NBA action. Andraya Carter is here to tell us if she believes the Timberwolves can sweep the MVP-led Denver Nuggets. Chiney and Andraya give their takes on who's to blame for the Suns' lackluster season.
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In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins, and Chiney Ogwumike debate how much blame should be placed on Jayson Tatum after the Celtics dropped Game 2 to the Cavs last night. The crew disagrees on whether or not Frank Vogel got a fair shot at coaching the Suns before getting fired after one season. Andraya Carter is here to debate which punishment was more appropriate: Jamal Murray's fine or Patrick Beverly's suspension?
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Stephen A. Smith is joined by Andraya Carter, Chiney Ogwumike and Jay Williams and they debate whether or not the Knicks are asking too much of Jalen Brunson. The crew also discusses Jamal Murray's comments taking full responsibility for throwing a towel and heating pad on the court in the last Nuggets-Timberwolves game. Stephen A. and J-Will also discuss Shaquille O'Neal's comments regarding the late great Kobe Bryant's place in the G.O.A.T. conversation. Lastly they react to Charles Barkley's comments calling the Knicks overrated.
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Stephen A. Smith is joined by Andraya Carter, Chiney Ogwumike and Jay Williams to react to the Knicks' 130-121 win in Game 2 of their series against the Pacers. They debate whether to be hyped or worried about the Knicks' and their lack of depth. They also dive in on the Pacers filing a complaint over 78 calls by the referee crews. The crew also debates whether or not Nikola Jokic deserved to win his third NBA MVP Award despite a remarkable season by Shai Gilgeous-Alexander. Lastly, the crew discusses whether or not the Miami Heat should move on from Jimmy Butler.
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