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Hour 1: Will Giannis or LaMelo Be More Impactful in Their New Homes? Jun 26, 2026

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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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Hour 2: How Scary Will Ant-Man/LaMelo Duo Be? Jun 25, 2026

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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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Hour 1: Does LaMelo Make The Wolves Contenders? Jun 25, 2026

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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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Hour 2: How Good Are The Wizards? Jun 24, 2026

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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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Hour 1: Is Dybantsa Better Than Peterson? Jun 24, 2026

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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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Hour 2: Does Giannis Make The Heat Title Contenders? Jun 23, 2026

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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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Hour 1: Did Bucks Make a Mistake Passing on Jaylen Brown? Jun 23, 2026

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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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Hour 2: Dusty May ---> Mavericks??? Jun 22, 2026

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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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Hour 1: Breaking News on Giannis + The Mavs! Jun 22, 2026

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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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Hour 2: What Did Jalen Brunson Prove With Finals MVP? Jun 19, 2026

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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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