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First Take

ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Shae Cornette
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    Hour 2: What Will We Say If Harden Has a Bad Game 6?

    15/05/2026 | 46 mins.
    First Take resumes with Harden narratives. What will the media say if the known playoff choker chokes again? (0:00) Then, Kenny Smith weighs in on whether the Lakers have taken LeBron for granted... (17:20) Next, the Knicks willl have had a full week off by the time the ECF rolls around, while the Cavs/Pistons winner will carry major momentum... Which team would you rather be? (32:20)
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    Hour 1: Does a Second Round Loss Ruin Ant's Legacy?

    15/05/2026 | 47 mins.
    First Take begins with a fiery pair of Friday night game 6's! Ant can strengthen his already impressive playoff resume and force a game 7, while Harden looks to continue his hot streak! (0:00) Then, NFL schedules are out! Let's predict the Cowboys record! (25:50) Next, J-Will's and RC's Top 5 players (NBA & NFL) you'd want in a must-win game! (37:50)
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    Hour 2: Who Should Knicks Fans Be Rooting For in Game 6?

    14/05/2026 | 45 mins.
    First Take resumes with Knicks fans! Should they want the Cavs to wrap it up in Cleveland, or Detroit to push it to a winner take all game 7? (0:00) Then, HOFer Lisa Leslie joins the show! (12:30) Next, should the Lakers focus on appeasing LeBron or Luka? (25:20)
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    Hour 1: Were The Pistons Robbed By Late Game No-Call?

    14/05/2026 | 48 mins.
    First Take begins with STRAIGHT ROBBERY! An all-time classic game 5 between the Cavs and Pistons marred by a late 4th quarter no-call on Ausar Thompson. Harden dropped 30, Cade fell asleep during OT, Mt. Mobley grows taller by the day! (0:00) Then, have the Lakers taken LeBron for granted? (24:10) Next, Steve Sarkisian is accusing SEC schools of not being academically inclined, especially when it comes to student athletes... Is he right? (41:50)
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    Hour 2: Are The Knicks or Thunder More Dangerous?

    13/05/2026 | 46 mins.
    First Take resumes with the NBA's two hottest teams. Who has the upper hand in a potential Knicks vs. Thunder finals battle? Then, Alfonso Ribeiro dishes on the GOAT debate. Next, Mad Dog is MAD at Wemby not understanding flagrant fouls, hotel rooms still using televisions from the early 90s, and carpool lanes!
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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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