First Take

Freddie Coleman and Courtney Cronin are joined in this episode by Kendrick Perkins who gives his take on Kevin Durant's desire to divorce Kyrie and the Nets. Social justice advocate and commentator Angela Rye joins the show to give an update on Brittney Griner's trial in Russia as it began today. Also, the crew "puts a ring on it" as they debate whether Ja Morant or Nikola Jokic is closer to winning a championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Freddie Coleman, Courtney Cronin, and Brian Windhorst react to Kevin Durant's request for a trade from the Brooklyn Nets; debating his best landing spots around the league and where this leaves Kyrie Irving. After the addition of Jalen Brunson to the New York Knicks, the crew answers the burning question: Are the Knicks a playoff team? Also, Paul Finebaum joins the show to discuss what the college football landscape will look like as USC and UCLA make the move from the PAC-12 to the Big Ten in 2024 and what it means for The Fighting Irish. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, Courtney Cronin, and Brian Windhorst debate whether or not the 76ers are a contender in the East if James Harden decides to re-sign with the team. Staying in the NBA's Eastern Conference, the crew is joined by Freddie Coleman to discuss which team is the biggest dark horse heading into the season. Also, Chris, Brian, and Freddie ask the question: Should Lebron want an extension with the Lakers? Booger McFarland joins the show to debate if the Eagles are an All-Star team and if the Dallas Cowboys will win a playoff game this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. has a bone to pick with Chris "Mad Dog" Russo. Freddie Coleman and Brian Windhorst return to discuss which team has more questions than answers: the Brooklyn Nets or the Philadelphia 76ers? Courtney Cronin joins the debate with her take on if Shohei Ohtani or Aaron Judge will be the most entertaining player in this season's home run race. The crew also discusses how many titles are in the future for this Golden State Warriors team. Booger McFarland joins in the fun as they debate which team in the NFL has the best roster going into this season and if the Tampa Bay Buccaneers' success is determined by another Super Bowl title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Russo, Freddie Coleman, and Courtney Cronin debate if the Nets are the team under the most pressure in all of sports. The crew discuss if the Suns' championship window is closing and who will be the most exciting team in the NFL this season. Chris, Freddie, and Courtney debate if Aaron Judge will hit 61 home runs this season and if the Clippers are legitimate title contenders for next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chris Russo, Brian Windhorst, and Freddie Coleman discuss if the Nets or the Lakers have more questions regarding their team. The guys debate what the 76ers' ceiling with their current team is, if they would rather have Russell Westbrook or James Harden for next season, and whether the Knicks clearing $19 million in cap space to try and sign Jalen Brunson is a good move. Courtney Cronin joins the show to discuss if the Browns should want Baker Mayfield back and if the team should trade for Jimmy Garoppolo. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charly and Kimberley get into why you should say no to "energy vampires", Kyrie just got paid but how do we feel about it, the difference between an ally and an accomplice, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Freddie Coleman and Courtney Cronin react to Russell Westbrook exercising $47.1 million option with the Lakers. The crew discusses how many Eastern Conference teams do they trust more than the Nets. Sam Acho joins the show to talk about who the best wide receiver in the NFL is right now. Freddie and Courtney debate if Bradley Beal, Zach LaVine, or James Harden is most deserving of a max contract. Stick around to hear Stephen A's reaction to Kyrie Irving opting in to his contract with the Nets. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Freddie Coleman and Courtney Cronin react to Kyrie Irving telling The Athletic that he is opting into $36.5 million option with the Nets. The crew debates if Kyrie will be with the Nets long-term, if the Lakers are better off without him, who the biggest threat to the Warriors in the Western Conference is, and much more. Sam Acho stops by to discuss which 2nd-year QB will make the biggest jump this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Freddie Coleman and Courtney Cronin debate if LeBron James should be interested in a reunion with Kyrie Irving. Mike Tannenbaum joins the show to debate if Rob Gronkowski will stay retired. The crew talk about what kind of role should Kevin Durant play in Kyrie Irving's decision with the Nets. Freddie, Courtney, and Mike debate who should be the 49ers starting QB next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Freddie Coleman, Courtney Cronin, and P.K Subban debate whether Kevin Durant should feel betrayed by Kyrie Irving after he gave a sign-and-trade wish list in case no deal with the Nets is done. The crew react to the Avalanche winning the Stanley Cup and discuss whether it is good for a small market team to do so. Mike Tannenbaum joins the show to debate if Baker Mayfield should return to the Browns. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith and Kendrick Perkins debate if Kevin Durant should want out of the team if Kyrie Irving leaves the Nets. The guys discuss which team won Thursday's NBA Draft and react to the Knicks trading the 11th pick to the Thunder. Later, the crew debates which player wore it best at the NBA Draft. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith and Kendrick Perkins debate if the Knicks made a mistake by trading away the 11th pick of the 2022 NBA Draft to the Thunder. The guys discuss how Kyrie Irving looks after making a sign-and-trade wish list if no deal with the Nets is made. Rece Davis stops by to talk about Arch Manning committing to Texas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Four-time WNBA champion, five-time Olympic Gold Medalist, Sue Bird, Joins the show and talks about her career and upcoming retirement. Jay Bilas joins the show and debates Stephen A. about who should be the No. 1 pick in the 2022 NBA Draft and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst and Monica McNutt debate about if Kyrie would be a better fit with the Lakers or Nets, if the Sixers are close to winning a title with James Harden, Kimberley Martin joins the show and debates about whether Goodell should be doing more to remove Snyder and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith and Chris Russo react to 20 of the 24 lawsuits filed against Deshaun Watson being settled. Stick around to listen to Chris' list of the top five QB/TE tandem in NFL history. P.K Subban joins the show to debate if hockey gets the appreciation it deserves and if the Lightning will tie the series tonight. JJ Redick stops by to discuss if there are any issues with Charles Barkley's comments on Kevin Durant. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Chris Russo, and Robert Griffin III react to 20 of the 24 lawsuits filed against Deshaun Watson being settled. The guys discuss Rob Gronkowski retiring, what would Tom Brady be without him, and much more. JJ Redick stops by to debate if the Knicks should be interested in Kyrie Irving. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Raise your hand if you're tired... because we are! Charly, Kimberley, and Elle talk about moving in with your partner, struggling with sleep, encouraging sports pettiness, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marcus Spears and JJ Redick discuss which situation is the best for Kyrie Irving to succeed. Plus they debate whether Kevin Durant needs to add another ring for his legacy. The crew also reacts to comments Draymond Green made about the new wave of athlete media. Later Robert Griffin III joins the show to discuss whether the Cowboys will be better or worse this season. Finally breaking news, the crew reacts to Deshaun Watson settling 20 of his 24 civil lawsuits. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ Redick, Tim Legler and Marcus Spears join the show to react to the Nets and Kyrie reaching an impasse in contract discussions. The crew also discusses if Kevin Durant should leave Brooklyn if Kyrie leaves, and if he should continue clapping back at Charles Barkley. Plus the crew reacts to recent comments Draymond green made about the new wave of athlete media. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins and CJ McCollum debate about Kyrie's future in the NBA and which team fits him best, Big Perk and Stephen A. debate about which team needs Bradley Beal the most, 3-time NHL All-Star, P.K. Subban joins the show and debates Stephen A. about if Tampa Bay can still win the cup, and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith and Kendrick Perkins debate about possible suitors for Kyrie Irving, who the face of the NBA is right now, and if the Grizz-Dubs will be the NBA's best rivalry next season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins, and Jay Williams react to the Warriors winning the NBA Finals. The crew debate if Stephen Curry is now on NBA's Mount Rushmore and talk about Sue Bird's announcement on how she will be retiring after this season. Stick around to listen to Stephen A. and Jay debate how Kevin Durant looks after the Warriors won the NBA Championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins, and Jay Williams react to the Warriors winning the 2022 NBA Finals. The guys discuss if they are surprised the Warriors closed out the series in Boston, how much blame does Jayson Tatum deserve, how many more titles will the Warriors win, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay Williams joins the show to discuss if the Warriors need a big game out of Steph Curry to close out the series. The crew also debates what a healthy Anthony Davis means for the Lakers and if Boston has a point guard problem. Later Dan Orlovsky jumps on to debate if Lamar Jackson is making a mistake betting on himself instead of signing a long-term deal before playing. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jay Williams and Richard Jefferson join the show to debate what's the most important thing for the Celtics to force a Game 7. The crew also discusses whether this would be the most significant title of Steph Curry's career. Later the "Caddy" Michael Collins and Dan Orlovsky hop in to discuss the impact of LIV on the PGA Tour. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith and Chris Russo debate if a 4th NBA title would make Stephen Curry a Top 10 player of all-time. The crew reacts to Rory Mcllroy's comments on LIV golfers "taking the easy way out". Chris Russo gives his list of the top five sports fan bases by city. The guys debate if Draymond Green is already a Hall of Famer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Chris Russo, and JJ Redick debate who needs to help Stephen Curry the most in Game 6. The guys discuss if Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown needs to have a better Game 6 for the Celtics and much more. Stephen A. tells us if he expects Deshaun Watson to play for the Browns this season. The crew debates if the Cowboys should run with Dak Prescott more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Amare Stoudemire and JJ Reddick debate about what the biggest reason the Celtics lost game five is, Jeff Saturday joins the show and debates about if it is the right decision for Lamar Jackson to show up to the Raven's mini camp, 3-time NBA Champion JaVale McGee joins the show and debates Stephen A. about the NBA finals, Brittney Griner's detainment since February and more Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith and JJ Reddick debate about the Warriors beating the Celtics in game five of the NBA Finals, have the Celtics figures out a way to slow down Curry, Amare Stoudemire joins the show and debates about if Anthony Davis is a top-7 player when healthy and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Shaq joins the show to discuss if Steph Curry is now a Top 10 All-Time NBA player. O'Neil also discusses what the expectations for Darvin Ham should be in his first season as the Lakers head coach. Plus Marcus Spears jumps in to discuss Tyreek Hill's recent comments about Tua being more accurate then Mahomes. Lastly, JJ Redick and Amar'e Stoudemire react to Anthony Davis saying he hasn't shot a basketball in months. The crew ends with some game picks for Game 5! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ Redick joins the show to debate which team holds the edge in Game 5 of the NBA Finals. The crew also debates how to stop Steph Curry and whether Draymond Green or Jayson Tatum has been more disappointing this series. Plus Marcus Spears joins to discuss Jack Del Rio being fined $100K for comments on the Capitol insurrection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Patrick Beverly and Jay Williams debate about Draymond Green's finals performance so far and what is at stake for him in game four, if the title window for the Warriors big three is closing, NBA champion Eddie House joins the show and debates about game four tonight and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Patrick Beverley and Jay Williams debate about the biggest adjustment the Warriors need to make in tonight NBA Finals game four, what would another Celtics title mean for the NBA and LeBron James announcing he wants to own an NBA team in Vegas. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Patrick Beverley and Jay Williams joins the show to discuss how much blame Draymond Green deserves for the loss. The crew also debates who needs to step up the most to help Steph, and what changes the NBA should make to its Regular Season. Plus, Ice Cube hops on to react to the Celtics game 3 win over the Warriors. He also discusses the Lakers hiring Darvin Ham to be their new head coach. Last the crew debates if Stephen A. could score a basket on Jay Will or JJ Redick. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kendrick Perkins and Jay Williams joins the show to react to Golden State's game 3 loss to the Celtics. Ryan Clark also hops in to discuss Jack Del Rio's recent comments on the Capitol insurrection. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo debate about game three of the NBA finals, if the Rams are the team to beat in the NFC, and how bad the Browns look after the New York Times' Report on Deshaun Watson. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo debate about if they are buying Draymond Green's comments about toughness in the NBA, Mad Dog gives his A-List of the Top-five toughest NBA Players of all time, and the pair debate about if there is a problem with golfers chasing money? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charly and KMart discuss Kimberley's vacation and Charly's upcoming plans to host a dinner party. Then, they share their NBA Finals predictions and their love of Steph Curry. Next, they discuss the newest IOS update allowing people to unsend and edit imessages and what texts they would unsend if they could go back in time. Plus, they share their favorite trash tv picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

JJ Redick joins the show to discuss whether the Celtics should try and get under Draymond Green's skin. Plus Marcus Spears hops in to debate if Tom Brady will put up another MVP-Caliber season. Later CJ McCollum discusses whether the NBA should shorten its season. Andre Ward talks Terrence Crawford and Errol Spence Jr. closing in on a deal. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Marcus Spears joins the crew to react to Aaron Donald's 60 million dollar extension. Later CJ McCollum and JJ Redick come on the show to discuss Klay Thompson's recent struggles. The crew also debates whether Darvin Ham can make it work with LeBron, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook. Plus Stephen A. and Molly give their thoughts on what the NFL should do with Deshaun Watson's investigation. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, JJ Reddick and CJ McCollum debate about the Warriors defeating the Celtics in game two of the NBA finals, should the NBA shorten its season, Dan Orlovsky joins the show and debates about if Lamar Jackson's absence from Ravens OTAs means something or nothing, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, JJ Reddick and CJ McCollum debate about the Warriors defeating the Celtics in game two of the NBA Finals, if too much is being put on Steph Curry, if Draymond Green deserved a second technical foul, should Donovan Mitchell want out of Utah after Quinn Snyder's resignation, and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kendrick Perkins joins the show to debate what went wrong for the Warriors in the 4th Quarter of their Game 1 loss to the Celtics. The crew also reacts to Phil Knight making an offer to buy the Trail Blazers. Later Stephen A. and Kendrick Perkins debate if Lebron can afford to miss the playoffs again. Plus Super Bowl MVP Cooper Kupp joins the show to discuss the Rams chances at a repeat, Aaron Donald's possible retirement and if Odell Beckham Jr. will be back in LA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Tim Legler and Kendrick Perkins join the show to discuss Boston's comeback win over Golden State in Game 1 of the Finals. The crew also debates if the Celtics should be the series favorite after the win. Plus Stephen A. responds to Kevin Durant trading jabs with him on Twitter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, JJ Reddick and Jay Williams debate about which Celtics player needs to have the biggest impact in the finals, should Kevin Durant regret leaving Golden State, if they think Boston will steal game one on the road and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, JJ Reddick and Jay Williams debate about who will win game one of the NBA finals, if this will be Steph Curry's toughest finals challenge, if Marcus Smart or Draymond Green is the better defender and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Chris Russo, and Amar'e Stoudemire debate if Stephen Curry has changed the game of basketball for better or worse. The guys discuss if there are too many distractions for the Rams to repeat as Super Bowl champions. Stephen A. reacts to Deshaun Watson facing a 23rd civil lawsuit. Stephen A. and Chris discuss Kevin Durant's disagreement with Draymond Green, Derek Jeter making a Twitter account, and much more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith and Chris Russo debate if Stephen Curry losing the NBA Finals would impact his legacy. Paul Finebaum stops by to discuss the Nick Saban/Jimbo Fisher situation ahead of Wednesday's SEC Spring Meetings. Chris gives his list of the top five most storied franchises in sports. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Charly and Elle discuss Charly's interview with Antonio Brown, and Colin Kaepernick's recent tryout with the Las Vegas Raiders. Then, they share how they are entering new phases of life and how their priorities are shifting recently. Plus, they discuss FOMO and how social media has changed the way people go about their daily lives. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins, and Amar'e Stoudemire debate if the Celtics winning the title will be a better storyline than the Warriors winning it. JJ Redick stops by discuss if Kevin Durant leaving the Warriors looks worse than Kyrie Irving leaving the Celtics. Marcus Spears joins the show to debate if Dak Prescott is the QB under the most pressure this season. Stephen A. tells us if he thinks that Zion Williamson will stay with the Pelicans long-term. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices