First Take

On Hour 2 of First Take, Joe Fortenbaugh and Stephen A. Smith listen to ESPN's Jessica Mendoza give Stephen A. advice for throwing his first pitch. Then, Brian Windhorst joins the show to talk the Warriors at the Lakers last night, and the guys discuss Lebron's comments on the Warriors adding Jimmy Butler III. Stephen A. gives his compliments to Coach Steve Kerr before Chiney Ogwumike stops by live from Tampa at the women's Final Four. She gives her take on the best story to watch in the Women's Final Four, and Joe and Stephen A. debate. Stephen A., Joe, and Chiney raise the question: Would Bueckers become an all-time great with a title? After, Dan Orlovsky joins First Take to address whether the Cowboys will be better, the same, or worse in 2025 and the guys talk about Dan's son, Madden, visiting the NFL Live set yesterday in honor of World Autism Awareness Day. Joe gives his Best Bets for the Men's Final Four and where he thinks Shedeur will be selected on Draft Day. Then, Breaking News... Stephen A. and Joe discuss Ja Morant being fined $75k for his finger-gun gestures. Enjoy the show! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst and Joe Fortenbaugh debate whose deep playoff run would be better for the NBA: Steph or LeBron? The crew reacts to Ja Morant using the finger-gun gesture an earlier warning from the NBA. Coach Seth Greenberg joins the show to debate whether he trusts Cooper Flagg or Walter Clayton Jr more in the final four. Dan Orlovsky joins the show to debate the best landing spot for Shedeur Sanders. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins and Marcus Morris debate how far the LeBron and Luka will lead the Lakers. The guys discuss who's a threat in the Western Conference and debate if this OKC Thunder team is the greatest yet. Peter Rosenberg joins the show to react to Carmelo Anthony being inducted into the Basketball HOF Class of 2025. The crew debates whether or not Nikola Jokic is a top-20 player all-time. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of First Take, Stephen A. is joined by Marcus Morris, and Peter Rosenberg to talk about the success of Steph Curry and the Warriors this year. In baseball, Stephen A and Peter Rosenberg discuss the undefeated start of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Then Kendrick Perkins dives into who is the most vital Laker player approaching the playoffs. Stephen A. gives his list of who would be the best NBA player to own a franchise. Finally, Shams Charania joins the conversation to give an update about Joel Embiid and give a season outlook for the New York Knicks. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The crew talks about the NBA Playoffs and which star is most important to their team. Monica McNutt breaks down the NCAA Women's Tournament. Then, the crew talks about Draymond Green and his thoughts on how the past eras of the NBA don't respect the current one. Mad Dog tells us what he's mad about this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo, and Jay Williams recap the Timberwolves and Nuggets game. Additionally, the crew debates whether Jokic should win the MVP award. Then, Monica McNutt makes an appearance to talk about the Warriors and if they can make it to the Finals. Peter Schrager joins the show to discuss the NFL. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On the second hour of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Ryan Clark and Shannon Sharpe react to braking news about the "tush push". The guys also reacts to Jimmy Haslam's comments on trading for Deshaun Watson. The crew debates whether or not Aaron Rodgers should retire or return to the NFL? Brian Windhorst joins the show and discusses whether MVP or Titles should hold more weight. Lastly, Stephen A. responds to Jerry Jones' comments on Micah's contract. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Shrape react to the Lakers' win over the Rockets. Louis Riddick joins the show to debate how dangerous he believe the Steelers will be with Aaron Rodgers. The guys debate whether or not the "tush push" should be banned. Chiney Ogwumike joins the show to debate who has a better chance of winning it all: UConn or South Carolina? The crew also reacts to the shocking move by Notre Dame star Olivia Miles. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On this episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins, and Shannon Sharpe discuss the Lakers and how far they will go in the playoffs. Tune in for another segment of Sharpe or Not Sharpe. Coach Seth Greenberg joins the show to debate who will be the winner of the Duke-Houston game. Then Chris Canty debates what he makes of John Harbaugh right now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe and Coach Seth Greenberg discuss which team they are highest on right now in the NCAA tournament. Kendrick Perkins joins the show to react to the Pistons-Timberwolves scuffle. The guys react to Dillon Brooks' ejection and Stephen A. shares a bold take about the Phoenix Suns. Jeff Passan joins the show to debate whether or not he has an issue with the new bat design. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices