First Take

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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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Hour 1: How Slept On Was Brunson Pre-Title? Jun 19, 2026

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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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Hour 2: Will Brunson Force NBA Stars To Take Less Money? Jun 18, 2026

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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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Hour 1: Should Knicks Be Title Favorites? Jun 18, 2026

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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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Hour 2: Is Brunson a Top-5 Player in The NBA? Jun 17, 2026

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First Take resumes with Jalen Brunson's stardom! He's made all-NBA teams the past 3 years, and now has a ring and a Finals MVP! Has he cemented himself as a top 5 NBA player? Then, mandatory minicamps means mandatory Cowboys drama! Are we sure that George Pickens is fully bought in this year? Next, Mad Dog is MAD at the Spurs, and Steve Cohen for sitting courtside at the Knicks game!

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Hour 1: Is Brunson An All-Time NY Athlete? Jun 17, 2026

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First Take resumes with all-time New York athletes. Jeter, Eli, and Rivera hold a permanent spot on the Mt. Rushmore. Did Brunson just steal Clyde's spot? Then, the Morris twins debate Dybantsa vs Peterson. Who's going first overall? Next, after a star studded World Cup night that saw Haaland, Messi and Mbappe score multiple goals, Roger Bennett tells us who the favorite is a week in!

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Hour 2: Best Landing Spot For Giannis? Jun 16, 2026

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First Take resumes with next season's NBA championship odds. The Knicks are 4th behind SAS, OKC and BOS! Should the reigning champs feel immense disrespect from oddsmakers after easing their way to a title? Then, Giannis is on the move...soon!! Where should he WANT to go? Next, did James Dolan take a subtle shot at Thibs when he said "you needed a coach that would pull you together," or are we reading way, way too much into this quote?

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