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First Take

ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Shae Cornette
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    Hour 2: Concerns About Jaylen Brown's Fit With 76ers?

    07/03/2026 | 46 mins.
    First Takes resumes with dissecting Jaylen Brown's fit with the Sixers. How will a high usage percentage, below average shooter fit into a Tyrese Maxey led offense? Then, Roger Bennett tells us if the U.S. should want to face Portugal or Spain. Next, Davis Dennis Jr. breaks down Rich Paul's whiteboard laying out LeBron's potential destinations!
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    Hour 1: What Does Trade Say About Brown-Tatum Relationship?

    07/03/2026 | 47 mins.
    First Take begins with more examination on the stunning Jaylen Brown trade! Why haven't we heard from Jayson Tatum? Is this a sign of their fractured relationship? Then, Roger Bennett joins to dish on Croatia's controversial offsides, Ronaldo, and VAR! Next, as Lebron's free agency saga rolls on, David Dennis Jr. tells us why the Lakers may actually be better off without King James!
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    Hour 2: Did The Celtics Win The Jaylen Brown Trade?

    07/03/2026 | 46 mins.
    First Take resumes with the league telling us exactly how they view Jaylen Brown! Trading an all-star for the worst contract in the league? Isn't this guy a perennial MVP candidate? Perhaps we, the NBA fans/analysts/die-hards need to reevaluate what he think of JB! Then, does LeBron deserve a statue in LA?
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    Hour 1: Who Won The Jaylen Brown Trade?

    07/03/2026 | 47 mins.
    First Take is all in on the Shamrock Shocker! Jaylen Brown is headed to the Sixers for Paul George and a bevy of picks. It seems as though the Celtics gave up on trying to receive a good deal for JB, and essentially just salary dumped him to Philly for the worst contract in the league! Sound off in the comments! Let us know your thoughts on Jaylen Brown, Brad Stevens, Net On/Off, RAPM, and any other advanced stats you hate!
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    Hour 2: Who is The Best Running Mate for LeBron?

    07/01/2026 | 46 mins.
    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 is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.
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