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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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Hour 2: The NBA vs The NFL
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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Hour 1: Minny Losing Momentum?
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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Hour 2: Fact or Fluke?
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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Hour 1: Disciplinary Action
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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Hour 2: Brunson Burner
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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Hour 1: Third Time's the Charm
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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