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First Take

ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Shae Cornette
First Take
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    Hour 2: Should the NBA Abolish the 65-Game Rule?

    25/03/2026 | 46 mins.
    First Take resumes with a potentially short lived NBA rule. After outcry from Cade Cunningham's agent, the NBA may consider changing the 65 game minimum to win awards. Doggy doesn't wants EVERYONE to quit their whining! Then, Tiger's return to the TGL had us thinking.. would you want to play indoor golf with Stephen A.? Next, Mad Dog is MAD about Joe Burrow playing flag football, late Sweet Sixteen start times, and the MLB taking games away from local networks! Finally, Jess Mendoza's Top 5 teams that can stop a Dodgers threepeat!
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    Hour 1: UNC Fired Hubert Davis... Kenny "The Jet" Smith Time?

    25/03/2026 | 48 mins.
    First Take begins with Hubert Davis being relieved of his duties at UNC. Is Kenny "The Jet" Smith the right fit for UNC, or will his lack of coaching experience hinder his ability to attract five star talent and compete with Duke? Then, Jess Mendoza goes toe to toe with Stephen A. and Doggy on the Dodgers threepeating! Would it be good for baseball? Next, DanO defends his Simpson>Mendoza take.
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    Hour 2: Luka, SGA, Wemby: Pick One!

    24/03/2026 | 49 mins.
    First Take resumes with a battle of NBA superstars! You can have Luka, Wemby or SGA for the rest of the season. Which one is winning you a title? (0:00) Next, Jayson Tatum is shooting a career low 38% from the floor since returning. Combined with Jaylen Brown's subpar play, are they hindering the Celtics from being Eastern Conference Champs? (18:20) Next, what does Tiger Wood's return mean for golf? (28:20)
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    Hour 1: Is Defense First LeBron the Best for the Lakers Titles Hopes?

    24/03/2026 | 46 mins.
    First Take begins with the next version of LeBron. This time, he brings a defense first mindset to a high powered, offensively driven Lakers team. Is this the best formula for a shot at the title? (0:00) Then, do you agree with Josh Hart? Is criticizing Mikal Bridges unfair? (28:15)
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    Hour 2: Are the Lakers on Spurs/Thunder Tier?

    23/03/2026 | 35 mins.
    First Take resumes with the surging Lakers. Are they on the same level as the Spurs and Thunder? (0:00) Next, with zero mid-majors reaching the Sweet Sixteen, can we officially declare Cinderellas dead? (8:40) Then, WNBPA president Nneka Ogyumike tells all on the WNBA's new CBA! (18:00)
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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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