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- Today46 min
Hour 1: Is Game 2 a Must Win for the Spurs?
First Take is live from San Antonio breaking down tonight's must win game 2 for the Spurs! Wilbon gives us some historical context on how deadly it may be for the Spurs to go down 0-2, while Windy has the inside info on where each locker room's confidence level is heading into a sure to be rock fight in the Alamo City! Then, Shump is puzzled why people are still underrating Jalen Brunson. To quote Sir Charles, "What more can he do?" Next, while the Mavs and Wolves sit at home lamenting iffy trades and egregious non-signings, the Knicks dine on Brunson's and KAT's impactful play. Which team regrets losing their star more? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Yesterday45 min
Hour 2: Who Was The MVP of Game 1?
First Take begins with Perk, SAS and Windy waxing poetic about the Nova Knicks. Years of bonding, team building, and ribbing have culminated in one of the greatest playoff runs of all time. What worked so well about the Knicks game 1 plan, and how can the Spurs adjust? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- Yesterday48 min
Hour 1: Was Brunson The Most Impactful Knick in Game 1?
First Take begins with Knicks-Spurs game 1!! MVP like performances from Brunson, KAT, and Hart led the Knicks to a tight victory in San Antonio! First Take is live from The Alamo breaking down all of the finals angles! Is this one already over? Is Wemby finally getting fatigued? How exactly did KAT's pregame mindset lead him to dominating Wemby in and out of the paint? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 2 days ago47 min
Hour 2: Bye Brown Bye
The biggest names, the biggest moves, and the biggest stage in sports! One NFL superstar is packing his bags and heading west in a move that could reshape the league's balance of power. Another is trading one iconic stop for another, looking to help launch the Patriots back into contention. And on the hardwood, the Finals are finally here. So whether you say hello or bonjour, get ready for one of the most anticipated championship matchups we've seen in years! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 3 days ago48 min
Hour 1: Gone Garrett
It's time for First Take, and we've got blockbuster headlines everywhere! Garrett is done in Cleveland and headed west, joining what could be the NFL's next super team! Brown is moving on from Birdie and bringing his talents to New England, where the Pats are looking to make a serious statement! And finally, the wait is over—bonjour to an NBA Finals matchup that's been years in the making and has the entire basketball world talking! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 4 days ago46 min
Hour 2: Wemby or Knicks Depth A Bigger Concern?
First Take rolls on into the second hour, and the crew discuss Draymond Green's comments on the Knicks. Then, First Take reacts to breaking news of Serena Williams returning to professional tennis. Next, Stephen A and Chiney Ogwumike debate who more built to run the west long term, Spurs or Thunder? Lastly, the crew share their Finals picks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 4 days ago47 min
Hour 1: Brunson or Wemby Under More Pressure to Win Ring?
First Take begins with Game 7 of the Western Conference Finals over the weekend; does OKC deserve a pass because of injuries? Then, Stephen A and Perk debate who has more pressure to win their first title; Jalen Brunson or Victor Wembenyama. Next, the First Take crew discuss if it's the right move for the Patriots to trade for AJ Brown. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
- 1 weeks ago46 min
Hour 2: Does Mitchell Robinson's Injury Change the Finals?
First Take resumes with Mitchell Robinson's broken pinkie. The Knicks' backup center is expected to play in game 1 of the Finals, but what if he has to go against Wemby with a broken finger on his shooting hand? How will Mitch hit his patented 12 ft middie? Then, do NCAA teams need a salary cap? Next, Gunther trashes Cody Rhodes ahead of their WWE Clash in Italy! Gunther! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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