First Take

Updated: 01 Apr 2025 • 989 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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01 Apr 2025 • EN

Hour 2: Elementary Watson?

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 a

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01 Apr 2025 • EN

Hour 1: Free Agent Frenzy

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 deb

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31 Mar 2025 • EN

Hour 2: All the Rave

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

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31 Mar 2025 • EN

Hour 1: Connect Four

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 a

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28 Mar 2025 • EN

Hour 2: L.A. Confidential

On the second hour of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins, and Monica McNutt discuss if the Clippers or Lakers will make a deeper run in the playoffs. Next, Coach Seth Greenberg and Joe Fortenbaugh join the show to talk about Cooper Flagg and if he is considered an all-time Duke player. Then, the crew debate

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28 Mar 2025 • EN

Hour 1: Purple and Fold

On another episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt and Kendrick Perkins react to the Lakers loss against the Bulls. Coach Seth Greenberg joins the show to debate whether or not Calipari deserves credit or criticism today. Jessica Mendosa joins the show reacting to Ice Cube presenting the trophy to the Do

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