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First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.

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First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.

    Hour 2: Discussing Duos

    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.
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    • 43 min
    Hour 1: Battle-Tested?

    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?
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    • 47 min
    Hour 2: All That?

    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.
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    • 41 min
    Hour 1: Green Monsters

    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.
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    • 47 min
    Hour 2: Dynamic Duo

    Hour 2: Dynamic Duo

    In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst, and Tim Legler tell us which duo is more important in the Eastern Conference Finals: Tatum and Brown or Haliburton and Siakam? We react to breaking news from Woj as the Cavaliers fire Head Coach J.B. Bickerstaff. Joe Fortenbaugh joins the show to give us his best bets for this weekend's slate of games. The crew gives their takes on Bronny James "carving out his own lane" in the NBA despite his famous father.
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    • 31 min
    Hour 1: Calling Out Kyrie

    Hour 1: Calling Out Kyrie

    In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst, and Tim Legler debate if Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves are in trouble after dropping Game 1 to Kyrie Irving and the Mavericks and tell us what they need to do to even the series tomorrow night. Kimberley A. Martin and Damien Woody join the show to react to Dak Prescott saying he "doesn't play for money". Stephen A. addresses comments Draymond Green made about him on Shaq's podcast.
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    • 58 min

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