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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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27 FEB 2023 · In this episode, Stephen A. is joined by Charles Barkley to debate all of the trending storylines in the NBA, including whether or not Kyrie and Luka can work together in Dallas, if Kevin Durant needs to win a ring without the Warriors, and if Nikola Jokic is the frontrunner for MVP. Plus, Tommy Fury handed Jake Paul his first career loss, but did the fight live up to the hype? Stephen A. goes on a rant about the effects of the new pitch clock in the MLB. And, with the Hawks naming Quin Snyder as their new Head Coach, does he face the most pressure to win in Atlanta or is that still on Trae Young's shoulders? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
23 FEB 2023 · In this episode, Stephen A. talks with Jake Paul and Tommy Fury ahead of their long-awaited fight this Sunday and the two have some bold predictions as to how it's all going to go down. Frank Isola joins the show to debate which NBA players are under the most pressure to win a title and if Kevin Durant needs to win a ring without the Warriors. Louis Riddick is back with his take on Eric Bieniemy's move to Washington as Offensive Coordinator. Plus, we debate which 2024 NBA prospect is the most hyped going into the draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
22 FEB 2023 · Stephen A., Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, Keyshawn Johnson and J.J. Redick dissect Stephen's A-List on what NBA players are under the most pressure to win a ring this season and how many QBs would you take over Derek Carr? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
21 FEB 2023 · In this episode, Stephen A. and Marcus Spears discuss the NFL franchise tag window opening today and what might go down in Baltimore regarding Lamar Jackson's negotiations going forward. JJ Redick joins the show to unpack Russell Westbrook's move to the Clippers and debate which player is under the most scrutiny to win a title in LA. Plus, as Nikola Jokic continues to lead the Nuggets to the top of the West, we look at what a potential 3rd straight MVP title would mean for the Joker. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
20 FEB 2023 · In this episode, we start with breaking news from the NBA as Russell Westbrook is back in LA... with the Clippers. Stephen A. and Brian Windhorst break down what this move means for him and the rest of the West. Plus, Lebron says this year's playoff push is the most important of his career, but are Stephen A. and Windy buying what he's selling? And, LeBron-Kyrie reunion rumors were fueled when LeBron picked Kyrie in the All-Star Game, but would Irving be better off staying in Dallas with Luka? Damien Woody joins the show to unpack Eric Bieniemy's move from the Chiefs to the Commanders and tells us whether or not he's making a mistake. Windy explains why Victor Wembanyama is the best prospect the NBA has seen since LeBron. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
17 FEB 2023 · In this hour Stephen A Smith is joined by Tim Legler to talk about the major trades in the NBA and how will that shake up the rest of the season to come? Plus Herm Edwards and Bart Scott join the show to talk about what we all love: Money. But how much do you think Jalen Hurts is worth? Find out who thinks he should be given the max contract possible. This and more on First Take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
16 FEB 2023 · In this episode, Stephen A. and Jay Williams react to breaking news out of Boston as the Celtics name Joe Mazzulla their 19th Head Coach, officially moving away from Ime Udoka. Plus, with the addition of Kevin Durant to the Suns, the guys debate who is under the most pressure in Phoenix. And, would a Clippers title mean more to LA than a title with the Lakers? Paul George thinks so... Booger McFarland joins the show to debate whether this Eagles season can be deemed a success or not. We continue our HBCU showcase this month with a spotlight on Spelman College, who had students send us their best debate questions including whether or not Jalen Hurts is MVP material and which NFL team is "America's" Team? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
16 FEB 2023 · In this episode, Stephen A. and Jay Williams debate whether or not the new-look Lakers could be a legitimate title threat. Plus, we have breaking news as the Boston Celtics name Joe Mazzulla their head coach, officially parting ways with Ime Udoka. Keyshawn Johnson joins the show to discuss which team he believes is more likely to return to the Super Bowl: Chiefs or Eagles? And, while Aaron Rodgers retreats to darkness, we speculate his possible next moves and debate why New York might be a concern… We continue to showcase HBCUs this month with a spotlight on Spelman College. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
14 FEB 2023 · Marcus Spears, Keyshawn Johnson, Herm Edwards, Mina Kimes and Kimberley Martin discuss if Chiefs coach Andy Reid is top 5 all-time, where Aaron Rodgers will play next season and where NFL teams stack up going into next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
13 FEB 2023 · In this episode live from Arizona, Stephen A., Ryan Clark, and Dan Orlovsky break down the keys to Kansas City's Super Bowl win over the Eagles and debate if Patrick Mahomes can catch up to Tom Brady's career accolades. Speaking of GOATs, the crew goes at it as they argue where Travis Kelce and Andy Reid rank among all-time great tight ends and head coaches. Despite losing in last night's Super Bowl, Jalen Hurts put on an impressive performance that has our guys deciding where he ranks among the league's top QBs. We react to Rihanna's halftime show and Stephen A. must pay up on a lost Super Bowl bet... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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