First Take
First Take
ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.
Hour 2: Mavericks' Mayhem
Stephen A. Smith is joined by Andraya Carter and Jay Williams to dive back into the Western Conference Finals matchup between the Mavericks and Timberwolves. They debate whether or not the Mavericks can win if Luka Doncic or Kyrie Irving have an off night. Betting analyst Joe Fortenbaugh also joins the show to give you the best bets in sports as we get closer to the weekend. Kimberley A. Martin and Damien Woody also join the show to discuss the Ravens' being the biggest threat to the Chiefs in the AFC. Lastly, Stephen A., Andraya Carter and Jay WIlliams react to Shaquille O'Neal saying he'd average 40 points a game if he played in the current NBA and the crew makes their picks for Game 5 between the Mavericks and Timberwolves Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 30
44 min
Hour 1: Boss Angeles
Stephen A. Smith, Jay Wiliams and Andraya Carter debate the most important player of Game 5 between the Dallas Mavericks and Minnesota Timberwolves tonight. They also dive in on LA Clippers' head coach Tyronn Lue signing a contract extension, and question if he's making a mistake by doing so. The crew also discusses whether or not it's time for the Clippers to break up the Kawhi Leonard and Paul George duo. Kimberley A. Martin and Damien Woody also join the show to debate if Aaron Rodgers needs another Super Bowl championship to be in the NFL's G.O.A.T. conversation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 30
47 min
Hour 2: Apology Tour?
Stephen A. Smith and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo are joined by ESPN basketball analyst Jay Williams to discuss how the narrative on Kyrie Irving may or may not have changed. Stephen A. also reacts to an apology by Draymond Green last night. UFC's Dustin "Diamond" Poirier also joins the show for an interview surrounding his fight against Islam Makhachev for the World Lightweight Championship this Saturday. Mad Dog tells us what's got him going off the leash this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 29
45 min
Hour 1: Avoiding Elimination
Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo and Brian Windhorst react to the Minnesota Timberwolves' win to avoid being swept by the Dallas Mavericks. The crew debates the biggest reason the Timberwolves won, and whether this was a bad game or bad sign for the Mavericks. Udonis Haslem joins the show and the crew discusses the most important player for the Boston Celtics heading into the Finals. Lastly, Stephen A. and Mad Dog weigh in on the huge news regarding Major League Baseball officially incorporating Negro League statistics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 29
46 min
Hour 2: Dallas' Destiny?
Shannon Sharpe, Kendrick Perkins and Udonis Haslem debate who needs to be the best Cetlics' player for them to win the title; Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown? They also discuss which player is the most important on the Celtics' roster. The crew also weighs in on the Mavericks-Timberwolves series. They debate whether an NBA Finals appearance would be more meaningful for Luka Doncic or Kyrie Irving, and pressure on Karl-Anthony Towns to give the Timberwolves' a chance to avoid a sweep. The crew also reacts to Kevin Hart and the "NBA Unplugged" crew's debate on this current Celtics' roster beating the 2008 Celtics in a series. Lastly they make their picks in Game 4 of the Western Conference Finals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 28
46 min
Hour 1: Clean Green Sweep
Shannon Sharpe, Kendrick Perkins and Udonis Haslem react to the Celtics' sweep of the Pacers in the Eastern Conference Finals. They debate whether their run has been dominance or an easy path. The crew also discusses Kyrie Irving, and the possibility of this season transforming his career. They also reflect on the life of NBA Hall of Famer Bill Walton who passed yesterday. Lastly, the crew dives in on the biggest reason the Timberwolves are down 3-0 in the Western Conference Finals against the Mavericks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 28
45 min
Hour 2: Discussing Duos
Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe are joined by Monica McNutt to debate whether they are more impressed with the Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving duo or more disappointed in the Anthony Edwards and Karl-Anthony Towns duo. Stephen A. also responds to NBA Hall of Famer Isiah Thomas' comments about peoples' belief that Jaylen Brown isn't marketable. Stephen A. also gives us his top 5 NBA backcourts of all time. Lastly, the crew makes their picks for Game 4 of the Eastern Conference Finals tonight between the Celtics and the Pacers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 27
43 min
Hour 1: Battle-Tested?
Stephen A. Smith is joined by Shannon Sharpe and Udonis Haslem react to the Mavericks taking a 3-0 series lead against the Timberwolves last night. They also debate whether or not the Celtics have been battle-tested in the playoffs. The crew also discusses the possibility of LeBron James testing free agency. Lastly, they debate the most desirable NBA head coaching job; the Lakers, Cavaliers or the Wizards? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 27
47 min
Hour 2: All That?
Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins and Jay Williams discuss the statement made by Jaylen Brown in his 40-point performance against the Pacers last night. The crew also weighs in on their Game 2 predictions of the Western Conference Finals between the Mavericks and Timberwolves. They also debate whether or not Jalen Brunson should have made the All-NBA First Team, and whether or not Jaylen Brown got snubbed from the All-NBA teams. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 24
41 min
Hour 1: Green Monsters
In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins, and Jay Williams react to the Celtics' Game 2 win over the Pacers and debate if Jaylen Brown is the most underrated NBA star after his 40-point night. The crew tells us who needs to step up for the Timberwolves in Game 2 tonight: Anthony Edwards or Karl-Anthony Towns? Paul Finebaum joins the show to unpack the deal between the NCAA and the Power 5 that will allow athletes to be paid. Stephen A. and Perk give their takes on the state of LeBron and the Lakers' search for their new head coach. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 24
47 min
Load more