First Take

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Andraya Carter and Brian Windhorst to debate whether or not Jaylen Brown and Jayson Tatum are top 5 players in the NBA. Monica McNutt also joins the show and the crew to discuss where the Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving duo ranks in the all-time backcourts after their loss in the Finals. The crew also debates whether or not the Celtics will be the next NBAs dynasty. Lastly, they wonder how Stephen Curry's career would be different if he was drafted by the Knicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Andraya Carter and Brian Windhorst and they react to the Celtics' series-sealing victory over the Mavericks in Game 5 of the Finals. The crew also debates whether or not Jaylen Brown was the correct choice for Finals MVP, and whether or not Jayson Tatum silenced all the critics. They also weigh in on whether or not this was Kyrie Irving's last chance to win another championship, and Luka Doncic's image possibly being tarnished by his performance. Lastly, Monica McNutt joins the the crew to debate where the Celtics rank among the best franchises in the NBA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Andraya Carter, Brian Windhorst and Jay Williams to debate whether or not Kyrie Irving has something to prove tonight against the Celtics. Stephen A. and J-Will also weigh in on the Lakers targeting JJ Redick as their next head coach. The crew discusses whether Klay Thompson unfollowing the Warriors on social media something or nothing. Lastly, they give their predictions for Game 5 of the NBA Finals tonight. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst, Andraya Carter, and Jay Williams debate what the biggest reason would be for the NBA Finals to see a Game 6. And, what does Kyrie have to do to prove he can win in front of a rowdy Boston crowd? Stephen A. and Andraya debate if Angel Reese and Caitlin Clark are the next great sports rivalry. Stephen A. reacts to Gervonta "Tank" Davis' big win over Frank Martin this weekend and tells us who he should fight next. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins, and Brian Windhorst debate if Luka Doncic will go off in a must-win Game 4 against the Celtics and if Jaylen Brown is a lock to win Finals MVP. The crew gives their takes on why the Lakers didn't make a more enticing job offer to Dan Hurley. Joe Fortenbaugh joins the show to give us his best bets for this weekend's NBA Finals action. We decide who we would cast as our crew in a First Take movie. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith ins joined by Brian Windhorst and Kendrick Perkins to discuss Luka Doncic's rough moments during the NBA Finals. They also debate who has the most to gain from a Celtics' title: Jaylen Brown, Jayson Tatum or coach Joe Mazzulla? Chiney Ogwumike also joins the show to discuss Caitlin Clark and Dijonai Carrington's comments about Clark's name being used to justify racism, misogyny and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst, and CJ McCollum break down Luka Doncic's lackluster performance in Game 3. David Benavidez joins the show ahead of his WBC Light Heavyweight title match against Oleksandr Gvozdyk and tells us if he'll ever face off against Canelo Álvarez. Kimberley A. Martin and Andraya Carter are here to debate which Dallas team has been more disappointing: the Mavs in The Finals or the Cowboys in the playoffs? Stephen A. and Windy react to Joel Embiid saying the Bucks gave the Celtics a championship. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Andraya Carter, and Brian Windhorst react to the Mavs going down 0-3 to the Celtics in The Finals and debate how much blame should be on Luka Doncic after fouling out in the 4th quarter. The crew gives their thoughts on JJ Redick interviewing for the Lakers head coaching job. Kimberley A. Martin and Robert Griffin III are here to break down the situation between Aaron Rodgers and the Jets amidst his absence from mandatory mincamp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and Adrian Wojnarowski react to the news of NBA Hall of Famer Jerry West passing away at age 86. CJ McCollum joins the show to debate what Finals scenario is more likely: a Celtics sweep or the Mavs forcing a Game 7? Plus, we debate if Kyrie Irving and Luka Doncic are still one of the best backcourts ever if they don't win a title. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo remember Hall of Famer Jerry West with the news of his passing this morning. Andraya Carter joins the show to debate if the Porzingis injury leaves the door open for the Mavs to make a comeback in this series. Plus, we get into which Head Coach position is more attractive: the Lakers or the Cavs? The crew gets into it as we discuss why USA Basketball left Caitlin Clark off of the Olympic roster. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe are joined by Tim Legler to discuss whether or not LeBron James makes the Lakers' head coaching job more or less enticing. The crew debates if the Mavericks are scared of the Celtics or the Celtics are just a better team overall. Seth Greenberg joins the show to debate if Dan Hurley made the right decision to stay at UConn rather than take the Lakers' head coaching job. Lastly, the crew shares their thoughts on Tom Brady's last game-worn uniform sold in an auction. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Brian Windhorst debate potential head coaches the Lakers should target next. The crew discusses if Jayson Tatum or Kyrie Irving will have a breakout game in Game 3 of the NBA Finals. Also, they share their thoughts about Darvin Ham heading back to the Milwaukee Bucks an assistant coach under Doc Rivers. Lastly, the crew debates if Mike Tomlin will bring a Super Bowl trophy back to Pittsburgh. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, Andraya Carter, and Chiney Ogwumike continue their debate about Caitlin Clark being left off the Team USA Women's Basketball Olympic roster. Kendrick Perkins joins the show to discuss his tweet about LeBron James unfollowing him on X/Twitter. The crew discusses the best player on the Celtics between Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown. Lastly, they debate which job should Dan Hurley want more; staying at UConn or becoming head coach of the Lakers. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Kendrick Perkins react to the Boston Celtics' win last night to go up 2-0 in the series. They also discuss concerns for Kristaps Porzingis after Boston's big man appeared to tweak his leg. Andraya Carter and Chiney Ogwumike also join the show as the crew gets into a heated debate surrounding WNBA rookie sensation Caitlin Clark not making the US Women's National Team to compete in the Olympics. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Andraya Carter and Udonis Haslem to give Celtics' star Jayson Tatum grades, and also debate whether or not they need to see more from Tatum in order for the Celtics to win the championship. Kendrick Perkins also joins the show and he and the crew debate LeBron James' best running mate during his career. The crew reacts to the University of Oklahoma women's softball team winning their fourth straight national championship. They also make their picks for Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Lastly, the crew reacts to Big Perk batting at Fenway Park. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins, Andraya Carter, and Udonis Haslem react to the Celtics' blowout win over the Mavs in Game 1 of the NBA Finals and debate if last night was just a bad game or a bad sign for Dallas. Plus, was Kyrie Irving the biggest reason for the Mavs' loss? The crew continues to discuss the possibility of UConn's Dan Hurley making the move to the big leagues and we debate if he could make contenders out of the Lakers next year. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Andraya Carter, Udonis Haslem, and Seth Greenberg react live to the breaking news that the Los Angeles Lakers are targeting Dan Hurley as their next head coach. Joe Fortenbaugh joins the show to give you the best bets in sports as we get closer to the weekend. The crew debates how much pressure is on Jayson Tatum to win his first NBA title. Stephen A. discusses how Celtics fans should handle Kyrie in Boston. Lastly, the crew shares their picks for the NBA Finals matchup. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst, Andraya Carter, and Adrian Wojnarowski react live to the breaking news that the Los Angeles Lakers are targeting Dan Hurley as their next head coach. Udonis Haslem joins the show to discuss which player needs to set the tone first in the NBA Finals. Lastly, the crew shares their quick takes on Tua's new physique, Dak's expectations this season, and A'ja Wilson's historic performance last night against the Dallas Wings. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo debate if Luka and Kyrie are the best offensive backcourt in NBA history and which team has the edge in The Finals. It's Wednesday so you know what that means! Mad Dog tells us what he's mad about this week. The crew decides whose career they'd rather have: Aaron Rodgers or Eli Manning? Mad Dog gives us his list of the top 5 all-time sports duos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo" and Brian Windhorst discuss the impact Kristaps Porzingis will have on the Celtics winning the NBA championship since he hasn't played in over a month due to injury. The crew also discusses LeBron James' best running mates after he expressed happiness and disdain seeing former teammate Kyrie Irving in the Finals without him. They also weigh in on James Harden's career after he spoke about "wanting to be remembered as a winner." Lastly, football analyst Louis Riddick joins the show to debate whether or not the Cowboys should make a long-term commitment to quarterback Dak Prescott. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices