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First Take

ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Shae Cornette
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    Hour 2: Do the Knicks or Celtics Have the Edge in a Potential Playoff Rematch?

    10/04/2026 | 46 mins.
    First Take resumes with a potential playoff rematch! Would the Knicks or Celtics have the edge if these Eastern Conference foes faced off again? (0:00) Then, the Nuggets ride a 10 game win streak into their highly anticipated matchup against the Thunder. Can the Joker carry Denver past the West's best? (15:45) Next, is Wemby unguardable? (25:05)
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  • First Take

    Hour 1: Does Knicks Win Over Celtics Mean Anything With Jaylen Brown Sitting?

    10/04/2026 | 47 mins.
    First Take begins with the Knicks "big" win over the Celtics. Should we put any stock into this drubbing since Jaylen Brown sat out? And, did the Knicks find something 80 games into the season with the heroic Brunson/KAT two-man game? (0:00) Then, can LeBron carry the Lakers through the first round sans Doncic and Reaves? (14:30) Next, Joel Embiid underwent successful surgery for appendicitis. How will we look back at the former MVPs career once it's all said and done? (23:10) And, is Travis Hunter better off at CB or WR? (40:30)
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    Hour 2: Is Jayson Tatum Ready for His Return to MSG?

    09/04/2026 | 46 mins.
    First Take resumes with Jayson Tatum's first game back at MSG since his Achilles injury. He's "not thrilled" about going back. What can we expect from the Celtics superstar? (0:00) Then, Kevin Clark thinks the Cowboys are a draft pick away from Super Bowl contention. Should they add to their already stacked offense, or needy defense? (13:50) Next, are we in favor of judging draft picks based on their favorite ice cream flavor? (24:00)
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  • First Take

    Hour 1: What Does Cade's Return Mean for the Eastern Conference?

    09/04/2026 | 48 mins.
    First Take begins with Cade's glorious return! The Pistons star point guard dropped 13 pts and 10 ast in his first game back after missing a month with a collapsed lung. Should the rest of the Eastern Conference look at the Pistons as free eats, or tenacious contenders? (0:00) Then, who's more likely to win the West: Thunder or the field? (17:40) Next, the Texans exercised their stars 5th year options and Lamar is participating in offseason workouts. Kevin Clark and Jason McCourty have all your offseason storylines covered! (25:00) Finally, star's legacies are suffering because of the NBA's 65-game rule. Players will miss All-NBA teams because of freak injuries. Season's will be misremembered. Will the NBA change the rule? (39:10)
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    Hour 2: How Will Lakers Players Respond to JJ Redick Calling Them Out?

    08/04/2026 | 45 mins.
    First Take resumes with JJ Redick calling out his team! Vando can't make free throws, Ayton can't even catch a ball! It's complete dysfunction In LA with no Luka and Reaves! (0:00) Then, would you rather have KD or Ant in the playoffs? (15:00) Next, Mad Dog is fired up about the Marlins babying their catchers, NBA games during the NCAA Championship game, and valet service on Easter! (25:10)
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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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