First Take resumes with the NBA's two hottest teams. Who has the upper hand in a potential Knicks vs. Thunder finals battle? Then, Alfonso Ribeiro dishes on the GOAT debate. Next, Mad Dog is MAD at Wemby not understanding flagrant fouls, hotel rooms still using televisions from the early 90s, and carpool lanes! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: What Planet is Wemby From??
05/13/2026 | 47 mins.
First Take begins with another confirmed alien sighting. An ET dropped into Frost Bank last night, dropped 25/15/5, and left the Wolves SHOOK heading into an elimination game 6. Then, has LeBron played his last game as a Laker? If not, where will he play? Next, should Tyrese Maxey want out of Philly? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: Should The Celtics Trade Jaylen Brown?
05/12/2026 | 47 mins.
First Take resumes with Stephen A.'s List! Top 5 landing spots for LeBron. (0:00)Then, does a Giannis for Jaylen Brown trade make sense for either side? And, should the Knicks be in on the Greek Freak sweepstakes after their flawless march to the ECF? (12:30) Next, Draymond is SHOCKED that Wemby wasn't fined or suspended for his elbowing of Naz Reid. (26:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 1: How Would You Evaluate LeBron's Lakers Tenure?
05/12/2026 | 47 mins.
First Take begins and Cam'ron is BACK with an overview of LeBron's time in LA. One title, 7-8 playoff series record, and only missed the playoffs twice. Success? (0:00) Then, Wemby is serving no suspension and paying zero fines. Perk has a MAJOR problem with this decision! He was fined just for shoving Jae Crowder! Fine that man!!! (23:30) Next, we revisit some shocking clips from just a couple of week ago when the skies were red and yellow, not blue and orange... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Hour 2: Where Do The 76ers Go From here?
05/11/2026 | 46 mins.
First Take resumes with a suddenly eerie Sixers offseason. A week ago it was butterflies and rainbows celebrating a game 7 victory over the Celtics. Just one week later, we have questions about Embiid's health, front office malfeasance , and general atrocious vibes! (0:00) Then, should Wemby be suspended for elbowing Naz Reid? (13:40) Next, how would a sweep change LeBron's legacy? Does Kareem pass him all time? (24:40) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
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