Afleveringen
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First Take resumes with finding LeBron's next running mate. How crisp would his pocket passes to Steph coming off a screen look? Would any player score with LeBron guarding them on the perimeter and a menacing Giannis waiting in the paint? Then, is there more pressure on Luka or the Lakers front office now that LeBron is officially gone? Next, we break down Mitchell Robinson betraying his brothers by signing with the Celtics, and the Lakers massive overpay for Walker Kessler. Sound off in the comments: what's the best/worst free agent signing so far??
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First Take begins with LeBron mulling his options! Could he and Steph show these young bucks in the west that the old dogs still have it? Is LeBron the only one who could help Harden and Spida overcome their historically poor playoff performances? Or, will he at Pat Riley makeup and bring glory back to South Beach? Then, should the Celtics run it back with Jaylen Brown, or move on and find a player who may contribute to winning? Next, World Cup! Is Mexico being overlooked? Can the U.S. really win it all?
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First Take resumes with a Lakers lookahead post LeBron. If he does leave, can a Luka/Reaves backcourt win multiple playoff rounds. What type of free agents should they look to add to that deadly duo? Then, if Kawhi goes back to the Raptors, would they even be contenders in the East? Does he turn them into a team that can truly compete with the pure bravery of Jalen Brunson, finesse and physicality of KAT, and accuracy of Landry Shamet? Next, which offseason NBA trade will make the biggest immediate impact next season?
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First Take begins with the Warriors assembling a god squad of 2010s stars! LeBron, Steph, AD and Draymond all on one team? Bump God's Plan! Queue up Black Panther! It's the best 2018 team of all time! Then, Celtics legend Big Perk tells us which team needs Jaylen Brown the most! Next, what's the key for US in their massive round of 32 matchup against Bosnia-Herzegovina.
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First Take resumes with major potential trades in the NBA. LeBron may be on his way to Golden State, and Kawhi to Toronto. Which move would immediately turn their squad into contenders? Then, are Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic truly defensive liabilities? Next, would you rather start a team with Jayson Tatum or Jaylen Brown?
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First Take begins with NBA free agency mayhem! LeBron is linked to Golden State, Kawhi might be headed back to the north, and Jaylen Brown is feeling the hate from everyone in the NBA! Which contender can change their fortune this offseason? Has any team already made a catastrophic, season ruining mistake? That's all right here on First Take!
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First Take resumes with our two blockbuster trades. Giannis landed in South Beach, and Ant received a brand new superstar in LaMelo Ball. Which player has more pressure to reach the finals next season? Then, which contender needs Jaylen Brown the most? Next, Luka want a star big man in LA next season. LeBron wants a new deal. Which one is more important for the Lakers?
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First Take begins with Giannis and LaMelo! Who will be more impactful in their new role? Then, team USA suffered their first loss of the World Cup. Türkiye took down mostly American backups, assuring the US will face Bosnia-Herzegovina in the round of 32. What's the biggest challenge the US will face in their first knockout game of the tournament? Next, after a decade of questions surrounding Jaylen Brown's fit with Jason Tatum, should teams be weary of trading for the seemingly oft angry, pouty second banana?
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First Take resumes with the Wolves new duo. Should the league feel scared of a LaMelo/Ant-Man back court? Then, Michael Rubin joins to plug Fanatic Fest! Next, some coach talk! Fever coach Stephanie White blasted the refs over numerous supposed "cheap shots" from the Mercury, and Micah Nori accepted a one year prove it deal with the Blazers.
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First Take resumes with one of the all-time shockers! LaMelo is heading to Minnesota. Naz Reid is headed to Charlotte. Windy tells us how this trade came to fruition, Stephen A. tells us it's BLASPHEMOUS. Then, Jaylen Brown had some choice words for our very own Stephen A. Hear his response now! Next, Roger Bennett joins to preview USA's massive matchup vs Turkiye!
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First Take resumes with the new and improved Wizards? Ice Trae, AD and Dybantsa??? Is there any way this squad misses the playoffs? Then, the Bulls have been searching for a savior ever since Jordan abandoned them in '98. We thought D Rose would bring the glory back to Chi-Town, but injuries cut him short. Is 4th overall pick Caleb Wilson the man for the job? Next, Mad Dog is MAD at Shinnecock, PCA being called out at 2nd, and Stephen A.'s comments towards Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart!
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First Take begins with an epic first round of the draft! Dybantsa went first, one spot ahead of Darryn Peterson. Did the Wizards make the right move taking the more reliable player, or should they have gone with the risk in Peterson. Then, are the Celtics better off trading or keeping Jaylen Brown? Next, would you have Giannis and the Heat as favorites in the East next year?
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First Take resumes with the new look Heat! They have Bam, Giannis, and a bench full of g-leaguers! Is that enough to win a title? Then, the Wolves sent Julius Randle to the Nets along with a pick in a clear salary dump. Is this a sign that Ant-man may be on his way out of Minnesota? Next, has Jalen Brunson singlehandedly brought back the small scoring guard? In a draft with 3-5 shorter players surely going in the top 10, we take a look at how New York's King is already impacting the NBA's future!
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First Take begins with the blockbuster we've been waiting on for years! The Bucks passed on Boston's offer of Jaylen Brown + a small piece, and went with the Heat's Tyler Herro package instead. It's the second time the Celtics have tried to trade their net negative Allstar, signifying they may think he's not good at basketball! Then, the draft is tonight, and we're debating Darryn Peterson's floor and ceiling! Next, how many goals does Ronaldo need to score today to move past Messi all time?
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First Take resumes with major breaking news out of the college ranks! Dusty May is headed to the Mavericks??? After leading the Wolverines to their first championship since '89, he'll look to take the Mavs young core of Cooper Flagg and whichever former Michigan player they draft to the playoffs! Then. Roger Bennett is back discussing Team USA's meteoric rise and today's star studded matchups! Next, if Giannis ends up in Boston, does that vault them over the Knicks in the East?
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First Take begins with impending Giannis news! He's getting traded before the draft Tuesday night to either the Celtics or Heat! Which team can offer the better package? Then, Stephen A. apologized to Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart for giving up on them numerous times, requesting they be traded, and generally never having a positive outlook on the Knicks, ever! Should the championship Knicks forgive Stephen A. for being so consistently rude to them? Next, is AJ Dybantsa the clear cut number one pick?
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First Take resumes with new Brunson narratives. Can we remember how good he was this entire postseason when ranking players for next season, or will be put Donovan Mitchell ahead of him again? Then, which star is under the most pressure to win a title now? Time is ticking for Luka. Ant's supposed to be the face of American basketball, but he can't get one either. Next, are we overthinking this entire Darryn Peterson saga? Should the Wizards just draft him first overall?
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First Take begins with a look back to a time before the Knicks won thieir elusive title. We can't forget how this team was overlooked. The Brunson signing was detested, and pundits loathed the Mikal trade! Then, Sean Farnham tells us which rookies will make an immediate impact. Next, a preview of the US's mighty matchup against Australia!
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First Take resumes with Jalen Brunson changing the NBA forever. By winning a championship after taking a massive pay cut, will other NBA stars feel pressure to do the same? Then, can Messi put an end to the soccer GOAT debate with another World Cup title? Next, back to Brunson! Has he changed the way we'll look at small guards forever. It used to be "you can't win a title with a small guard as your best player." Should we lay that adage to rest?
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First Take begins with Stephen A.'s missing parade invite! It must've gotten lost in the mail. We're debating next year's title favorites, KAT's upcoming contract, and James Dolan's latest comments on the salary cap! Then, does it make sense for the Lakers to bring back LeBron? Next, is Giannis even worth multiple first round picks anymore?
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