First Take

Updated: 26 Dec 2025 • 1357 episodes
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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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First Take resumes with the faltering Thunder as Wemby, De'Aaron Fox, and Dylan Harper made them look human. Who's their bigger threat: Spurs or Nuggets? (0:00) Then, Travis Kelce's last home game and a cross conference showdown between the Eagles and Bills. (11:10) Next, a potential NFC conference finals preview betwe

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First Take begins with an NBA Christmas Day recap! Has the LeBron-Lakers relationship run its course? (0:00) Then, Michigan has zoned in on former Utah coach Kyle Whittingham as their next leader. Is he a good fit? (24:15) Next, with the Cowboys eliminated, should Dak Prescott play next week? (39:00) Learn more about y

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Merry Christmas! First Take begins with NBA superstars. If you're starting a franchise today, do you want SGA or Wemby? (0:00) Then, LeBron faces KD in a Christmas night showdown! Which team is more likely to make the finals: Rockets or Lakers? (23:30) Next, who cracks RC's list of NFL teams that will bounce back in 20

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First Take begins with the battle of Christmas. Fraser Firs, Mariah Carey, and a warm fire...are you thinking of the NBA or NFL? (0:00) Then, it's Bears vs. 49ers in a battle that could decide the one seed in the NFC. Who needs this win more? (12:45) Next, Jeff lists his top 5 NFL teams after week 16! (23:15) Finally,

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First Take begins with DK Metcalf's two game suspension. Is that too many games, or not enough? (0:00) Next, would you rather have Jalen Hurts or Josh Allen heading into the playoffs? (25:25) Then, we bring on Kendrick Perkins to discuss the Lakers most recent loss to the Suns and JJ Redick's comments on his squads eff

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First Take resumes with DK Metcalf's 2 game suspension. Is it too harsh, and how much will Aaron Rodgers miss his number one receiver? (0:00) Then, we look at the big picture in the NFC North. (13:30) Next, what is Mad Dog mad about this week?? (21:40) Finally, Jake Paul joins to tell us which is more difficult: fighti

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