First Take

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith. Kendrick Perkins, and JJ Redick recap Game 1 of the NBA Finals and discuss what Miami needs to do in order to even the series this weekend. Plus, the guys give their biggest takeaways from Adam Silver saying the NBA's ruling on Ja Morant will come after the NBA Finals. JJ presents us with an updated A-List of the top-5 hardest players to guard in the NBA. Perk and JJ are always going at it on our show, but will they put their differences aside to jump out of a plane together? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins, and JJ Redick break down Game 1 of the NBA Finals and debate if Miami can still win the series despite last night's loss. As far as duos go, Jokic and Murray might be the best in the league, but does Perk think so? The crew debates that as well as if Tatum and Brown can make it work in Boston with Mazzulla running it back next year. Speaking of star duos... did JJ and Perk just agree to go skydiving together?? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Jay Williams, Monica McNutt, Joe Fortenbaugh and TNT analyst Kenny Smith discuss who the best big man ever is, what the best bets are for Game 1 of the Finals and what's worse for Joel Embiid: Jokic winning or Butler winning? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Jay Williams, and Monica McNutt discuss if Jimmy Butler is more challenging to guard than LeBron or KD, who's the most crucial player in determining the Nuggets success, and which Finals run was more impressive: Heat 2023 or Knicks 1999? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, J.J. Redick and Monica McNutt discuss the X-factor in the NBA Finals, what Mad Dog is mad about today and Stephen's A (or C+ if you're J.J.) List on the top five Supermax worthy players. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Chris "Mad Dog" Russo and J.J. Redick discuss who the most important player in the NBA Finals is, if Bob Myers gets too much credit for the Warriors dynasty and if Shohei Ohtani can will the Angels to the playoffs? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this hour Molly Qerim and Stephen A Smith is joined by JJ Reddick and Marcus Spears. Nikola Jokic has been having one of the best postseasons in NBA history but is the Nuggets run more impressive than the Heats? Huge debate on that. Plus we are 100 days away from the start of the NFL and the pressure in on for Dak and the Cowboys but find out who thinks this is a make or break season for Dak. Finally, the NBA Finals are set but should the Nuggets fear Jimmy Butler and the Heat like we think? This and more on First Take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Molly Qeirm and Stephen A Smith is joined by JJ Reddick and Tim Legler. Boston was unable to make history and become the first team to come back from being down 0-3. The Heat went on to win the Eastern Conference Finals in Game 7 vs the Celtics 103-84, but find who the crew thinks you should blame for the Celtics loss. Plus Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown has had a lot of success in Boston but will this be the end of this dynamic duo? Finally, the Sixers got their new guy in Nick Nurse as their new Head Coach but should we be expecting a Finals run next season? This and more on First Take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kendrick Perkins, Brian Windhorst, and Tim Legler debate which player's legacy would be hurt more by a loss in tonight's decisive Game 7 between Boston and Miami: Jayson Tatum or Jimmy Butler? The crew reacts to recent comments from Scottie Pippen about Michael Jordan being "horrible" before they played together. The guys debate what the NBA should do as they investigate referee Eric Lewis over an alleged burner account on Twitter. Harry Douglas and Rob Ninkovich answer the NFL's most burning questions including what kind of season Lamar Jackson will have, if the Chiefs can repeat as Super Bowl champs, and if Dak can lead the Cowboys into the postseason this year. We continue to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a special message from our own SportsCenter anchor Zubin Mehenti. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Kendrick Perkins, Brian Windhorst, and Tim Legler hold it down for Stephen A. as they react to the wild ending in Miami that saw the Boston Celtics force a Game 7 in the last seconds of the game. The guys debate if the Celtics deserve credit for their dramatic win or if the Heat deserve the blame for failing to close out the series. Plus, could tonight's game be the last time we see Tatum and Brown in green? Perk, Rob Ninkovich, and Jeff Passan can't agree on what the greatest comeback in Boston sports history is. Harry Douglas joins the show to discuss which team needs to win the DeAndre Hopkins sweepstakes. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Kendrick Perkins, Mike Tannebaum, Kimberley A. Martin as well as undefeated boxers Errol Spence Jr. and Terence "Bud" Crawford join the show to discuss their undisputed championship fight July 29th, if there should be an issue with Davante Adams venting publicly about the Raiders and what would be bigger: Jets Super Bowl win or Knicks NBA Finals win? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith is joined by Kendrick Perkins and Alan Hahn to preview tonight's Game 5 matchup between the Celtics and the Heat. Kimberly A. Martin and Mike Tannenbaum are here to educate Stephen A. on the state of his Cowboys and debate how far QB Dak Prescott needs to go this season to silence the critics. Stephen A. and Perk discuss the possibility of LeBron retiring. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Monica McNutt, Brian Windhorst, and Alan Hahn step in for Stephen A. and debate whether the Celtics have a chance to come back from down 3-0 to Miami following news that Gabe Vincent has been ruled out of tonight's Game 5. Louis Riddick and Bart Scott get into it discussing if Aaron Rodgers' Jets can win the AFC East in his first year leading the team and debate if the Super Bowl window in Buffalo is closing in on Josh Allen. Plus, with so many stars going into the NBA offseason without a head coach, the crew debates which job is the best available. Speaking of coaches, is Joe Mazzulla coaching for his job tonight? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Monica McNutt, Brian Windhorst, and Alan Hahn hold it down for Stephen A. as they debate just how much trouble Miami will be in if they fail to close out the Celtics once and for all in tonight's Game 5 matchup. Plus, Kyrie speaks out against media speculation on his free agency, so we discuss who we'd rather see Kyrie play with next year: LeBron or Luka? Louis Riddick and Bart Scott join the crew to talk some football including what to expect from Lamar Jackson this year and if Patrick Mahomes and the Chiefs can repeat as Super Bowl Champions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Molly Qeirm and Stephen A Smith is joined by JJ Redick and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo. The Celtics avoided the sweep and are looking to make a historic comeback but if they lose in 5 how would this impact their offseason? Plus, Dan Orlovsky rejoins the show to give us who his top 5 qb's that are under the most pressure to have a great season and you may be shocked to see who doesn't make this list. This and more on First Take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Molly Qeirm and Stephen A Smith is joined by JJ Redick and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo. The Boston Celtics kept their season alive with a 116-99 victory in Miami but is this enough to overcome a 3-1 deficit? Plus, Dan Orlovsky joins the show and breaks down how Aaron Rodgers is putting his best foot forward in he big apple but find out why someone here says one play off win would be enough to call the Jets season a success. This and more on First Take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Monica McNutt and J.J. Redick discuss if its time to split up Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown, Aaron Rodgers at Jets OTAs and is Kyrie Irving the missing piece for the Lakers? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., J.J. Redick and Brian Windhorst discuss if they buy LeBron contemplating retirement, Deandre Hopkins top five QBs he'd play for and who is more pivotal in avoiding a sweep tonight: Tatum or Brown? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. and Kendrick Perkins debate if the Celtics should fire Joe Mazzulla if they get swept by the Miami Heat. Plus, actor and comedian Anthony Anderson joins the show to talk NBA Playoffs and his Lakers. Marcus Spears is with us to discuss if the Tatum-Brown duo have hit their ceiling together. The crew debates if this Lakers run is LeBron's last shot at a 5th ring. We continue to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a special message from our own SportsCenter anchor Kevin Negandhi. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. and Kendrick Perkins react to the Celtics' blowout loss to Miami last night and debate whether the loss falls more on Coach Joe Mazzulla or stars Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Plus, they tell us just how shocking this Miami heat postseason run really is. The guys react to the news of 10-time NBA All-Star Carmelo Anthony announcing his retirement after 19 seasons. Stephen A. and Perk debate if LeBron's legacy would be impacted if the Lakers get swept in the Conference Finals. And, Stephen A. has an issue with this weekend's UFC Lightweight Title decision between Haney and Lomachenko. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode this episode Christine Williamson is rejoined by Jay Williams and Kendrick Perkins. Someone says that what we know of the Lakers is over but find out who thinks there still might be some light at the end of the tunnel. Plus the Celtics and Heat square off tonight and find out who thinks this is a must win win. This and more on First Take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Christine Williams filling in is joined by Brian Windhorst, Kendrick Perkins and Jay Williams discuss if it's the Nuggets title to lose, if Joel Embiid should force his way out of Philly and if tonight is must win for the Celtics? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Jay Williams and Monica McNutt debate who is the most to blame for the Celtics' Game 1 loss to the Miami Heat last night. Plus, they discuss where Jimmy Butler ranks among the stars remaining in the playoffs. The WNBA season is here and Monica tells us what the biggest storyline is ahead of tip-off tomorrow. Damien Woody joins the show and chimes in on which duo he believes will have a better Game 2: LeBron and AD or Jokic and Murray? The crew debates which current player has the Mamba Mentality. And, can the Warriors move past the Draymond Green-Jordan Poole drama from this season? We continue celebrating Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a special message from SportsCenter Anchor Gary Striewski. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay Williams, Allen Hahn and Monica McNutt discuss if Nikola Jokic is the best one-man offense in the NBA, if the 76ers made a mistake firing Doc Rivers and how concerning is the game one loss for the Celtics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Molly Qeirm and Stephen A Smith is rejoined by JJ Redick and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo. Jokic dropped a cool 34-point triple double in his team's game 1 win vs the Lakers. Did the 2-time MVP prove he's the best player in the world? Plus, JJ Redick has a top 5 list of the best performances in these playoffs. You don't want to miss it. Finally, Stephen A Smith is sitting down with the undisputed lightweight champion Devin Haney to talk about his showdown with Vasily Lomenchenko. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Molly Qeirm and Stephen A Smith is joined by JJ Redick and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo. The Nuggets survive a thriller last night against the Lakers. Find out who thinks the Nuggets pulling out this win might not be as easy as they think. Plus, Draymond Green talked about the punch that rocked the Warriors and is take if the team is fixable. Finally, Adam Silver spoke about Ja Morant's latest issue. Find out how Mad Dog thinks the league should proceed. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A., JJ Redick, and Ryan Clark debate whether or not LeBron and AD can maintain their minutes load this postseason as they look to take an early lead in the series in Game one against the Nuggets tonight. Woj joins the show and the crew reacts to breaking news out of the NBA as Doc Rivers is officially out as Head Coach of the Philadelphia 76ers. The stars of the new "White Men Can't Jump" remake Jack Harlow and Sinqua Walls are here to talk about the movie, their playoff predictions, and get a surprise visit from an NBA legend. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. and JJ Redick preview the Western Conference Finals matchup between the Lakers and the Nuggets and debate who the most important player in the series will be. Plus, which team should be the title favorite: Boston or Denver? Ryan Clark joins the show to give his take on the Ja Morant situation in Memphis as the crew discusses the severity of his suspension. Stephen A. and JJ debate who in the playoffs has the most to gain by winning a title this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. and Kendrick Perkins debate the fate of Doc Rivers as Philly's head coach after the 76ers lost Game 7 and the series to the Celtics yesterday. Marcus Spears joins the crew to discuss the latest in the Ja Morant saga that continues this week with the NBA handing down a suspension after he was seen on social media holding another gun despite his previous suspension and counseling in March. Plus, the guys debate if a Lakers NBA Championship this year would be LeBron's most impressive title yet. Stephen A. lets his frustrations out about his Knicks after their postseason run came to an end. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode Stephen A Smith is joined by Kendrick Perkins to talk about the crazy past NBA weekend. The NBA Conference Finals are set and it is going to be an exciting rematch of the bubble matchups. Find out who thinks this may be the end all be all of one of your favorite superstars. Plus, Ja Morant is once again facing suspension after having a gun during an ig live video. Find out who thinks this may be the end of Ja's career. This and more on First Take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A., Monica McNutt, and Kendrick Perkins debate what Jayson Tatum needs to do to win Game 7 for Boston this weekend. RGIII is here to talk about his favorite matchups this coming NFL season following the schedule release, including which game on the Cowboys' schedule caught his eye. It's time for a Stephen's A-List as he gives us his Top-5 playoff buzzer beaters of all time, but Perk has a BIG problem with his rankings... The crew debates who on the Warriors needs to step up in order to avoid elimination tonight against LeBron and the Lakers. Plus, Stephen A. tells us if he's anticipating orange and blue skies in New York tomorrow with his Knicks' facing elimination tonight against Miami. We continue to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a message from LPGA Golfer Michelle Wie West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A., Monica McNutt, and Kendrick Perkins debate what could come of the 76ers' season after their Game 6 loss to the Celtics. Plus, does the crew think the Suns' season was a failure after KD failed to lead Phoenix to the Western Conference Finals? Stephen A. and Perk preview tonight's win or go home Game 6 for the Warriors against the Lakers. Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson joins the show to talk all things XFL ahead of tomorrow's Championship game on ESPN+. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Brian Windhorst, Jay Williams, Louis Riddick, Sam Acho and rapper, producer, comedian Dave Burd aka Lil' Dicky discuss the recent Philly sports success, the importance of Aaron Rodgers having a good start and are the Suns better without Chris Paul? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Brian Windhorst and Jay Williams discuss the chances the Knicks can comeback down 3-2 vs. the Heat, the Celtics slow starts and are they confident that the Warriors righted the ship? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, JJ Redick and Tim Legler hold it down while Stephen A. is away with heated NBA playoff debates, including whether or not they believe the Suns can force a Game 7 against The Joker and the Nuggets. Matt Barnes joins the show to tell us if Embiid or Jokic had a better Game 5 performance and what factors will determine if the Warriors go home or force a Game 6 against the Lakers tonight. JJ puts on his best Mad Dog impression as he tells us what he's mad about this week. JJ and Legler debate if the Knicks season was a success even if they lose and go home in tonight's Game 5 against Miami. Plus, the guys react to Giannis saying he feels disrespected. We continue to celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month with a message from NASCAR Cup Champion Kyle Larson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, JJ Redick holds it down in Stephen A.'s absence (but not without Stephen A. chiming in on Twitter) and debates Tim Legler and Jay Williams on whether Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Semis was more about Boston's poor performance or Philly's spectacular show. Plus, how confident are the guys in former favorite Phoenix to rally past the Nuggets in Game 6 and win the series? The crew previews the Warriors' must-win Game 5 against the Lakeshow tonight and debates if Steph should be in shoot-first mode to avoid elimination. JJ steps in to give us his top 5 NBA title threats in an A-List that would make Stephen A. proud. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Tim Legler, Brian Windhorst, J.J. Redick and Premier League Lacrosse Co-Founder Paul Rabil discuss the growth of lacrosse in America, if the Celtics/76ers winner is the title favorite and what would a 5th ring mean for LeBron? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Brian Windhorst andJ.J. Redick discuss who let Steph Curry down the most, if the Knicks are finished down 3-1 and is tonight a must-win game for the Nuggets? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Brian Windhorst, Kendrick Perkins and Monica McNutt discuss if they believe the 76ers can win a championship, and who needs a bigger impact tonight, Steph or AD, as well as who needs a game 4 win more: Knicks or Warriors? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Brian Windhorst, Kendrick Perkins and Monica McNutt discuss if Nikola Jokic should be suspended, their confidence in Anthony Davis ahead of game 4 and who has more pressure: Randle or Brunson? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Monica McNutt, Kendrick Perkins, Brian Windhorst, Kimberley A. Martin and NBA star CJ McCollum discuss which form of Steph is the scariest, if Lamar Jackson should attempt to pass for 6,000 yards and who has more pressure: Tatum or Embiid? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Kendrick Perkins, Brian Windhorst and Monica McNutt discuss what Giannis' future looks like in Milwaukee, how impactful Anthony Davis' inconsistencies are and if the Suns can win their series with no Chris Paul. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this hour Stephen A Smith is rejoined by Jay Williams and Brian Windhorst. Plus the NBA star CJ McCollum stops by to break down the latest NBA games. The Warriors had everything go their way and still walked away with an L. Find out who thinks game 2 is a must win for the Warriors. We got UFC's Daniel Cormier joining the show stopping by to give us his list of all time greatest combat fighters. You may be surprised by that one. This and more on First Take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this hour Stephen A Smith is joined by Jay Williams and Brian Windhorst to give the hottest NBA debate. Stephen A turned a lot of heads when discussing Basketball's Mount Rushmore. You don't want to miss Jay Will's and Windy's response to that! Plus should Philly just wanna rock with Embiid as the leader of that offense? This and more on First Take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, J.J Redick discuss if the Suns can beat the Nuggets without Chris Paul, if Joel Embiid should play in game two tonight and what is Mad Dog mad about? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, J.J Redick and 3x NFL DPOY J.J. Watt reminisce on his NFL career, discuss the Grizzlies not re-signing Dillon Brooks and who are you more confident in: Knicks or Heat? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. is joined by the one and only Snoop Dogg to talk all things NBA playoffs, the Lakers, hip-hop legends, and his latest venture into the NHL. J.J. Redick and Tim Legler are back to give their takes on how worried the Celtics should be after dropping Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals to the 76ers last night. J.J. tells us who needs to step up if the Knicks hope to even the series against the Miami Heat tonight. Plus, Stephen A. tells us who the biggest x-factor will be in the much-anticipated Lakers-Warriors series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A., J.J. Redick, and Tim Legler react to the Sixers stealing Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Semifinals from Boston and debate whether they're more impressed with a James Harden-led 76ers or more disappointed in the title-favorite Celtics. Plus, with the Suns down two games to none to the Nuggets, the guys give their diagnosis of Phoenix's chances to move on. Stephen A. and J.J. preview the highly-anticipated rematch between the Warriors and Lakers and discuss the biggest factors that will determine the series. And, Marcus Spears is here to unpack LeBron's latest comments on Steph Curry. We celebrate Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage month with a special message from pro golfer Michelle Wie West. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this hour Molly Qeirm and Stephen A are rejoined by Kendrick Perkins alongside Tim Legler to dive deeper into what teams should we expect to win it all while what teams have a great chance of doing so. Pus Dan Orlovsky rejoins the show to give his viewpoint on the stats of how many HBCU players were drafted over the weekend. You'll be in shock for this one. This and more on First Take. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this hour Molly Qeirm and Stephen A Smith is joined by Kendrick Perkins and Monica McNutt to breakdown the NBA playoff games from this weekend. Despite Steph Curry's historic 50 point game 7, find out who still wouldn't categorize Steph and the greatest point guard of all time. Plus Dan Orlovsky stops by to tell us who be believes is in a better position for a Super Bowl run; Rodgers or Lamar? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A., Marcus Spears, Ryan Clark and Kendrick Perkins discuss the fear factor surrounding Jimmy Butler, if Aaron Rodgers should be frustrated with the Jets draft pick and if the Warriors repeating chances are legit. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices