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April 30, 2024 • 43 mins
Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe are joined by Brian Windhorst to discuss the futures of Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and LeBron James. Stephen A. and Shannon also debate which first-round exit would be more disappointing; the 76ers or Bucks? Stephen A. gives us an A-List on the top 5 reasons why Michael Jordan is the NBA's G.O.A.T., and the dynamic duo discuss Jake Paul's fight against Mike Tyson being sanctioned as an official ...
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April 30, 2024 • 47 mins
Stephen A. Smith is joined by Shannon Sharpe and Brian Windhorst to debate if LeBron James wants out of Los Angeles after the Lakers were eliminated by the Nuggets last night. They also dive into Darvin Ham's future as the Lakers' head coach. The crew discusses Kristaps Porzingis's injury that could impact the Celtics' possible title run. Lastly, they look ahead at the Western Conference Semi-Finals matchup between the Timberwolves...
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April 29, 2024 • 44 mins
Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe discuss Ezekiel Elliott's possible return to the Dallas Cowboys. They also dive into what the Suns' loss means for Kevin Durant's legacy and their team moving forward. Dan Orlovsky joins the show to debate whether or not the Falcons made a mistake after drafting Michael Penix Jr. despite recently signing Kirk Cousins. Stephen A. and Shannon also debate whether they have more faith in the Clippers...
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April 29, 2024 • 45 mins
Stephen A. Smith is joined by Shannon Sharpe and Monica McNutt to discuss Jalen Brunson's record-breaking 47 points in the Knicks win over the 76ers yesterday. The crew also dives into Anthony Edwards and the Timberwolves' sweep over the Phoenix Suns. The crew also reflects on Candace Parker's career after she announced her retirement from the WNBA. Lastly Stephen A. and Shannon get into a heated debate after the Lakers extended th...
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April 26, 2024 • 43 mins
In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Dan Orlovsky, and Mina Kimes react to last night's NFL Draft results and debate if the Falcons had a misstep in drafting Michael Penix Jr. 8th overall. Plus, we discuss if Caleb Williams or J.J. McCarthy is in the better position on their new teams. Joe Fortenbaugh is here to give us his best bets for this weekend's NBA Playoff games. DJ Khaled joins the show with a special announcement. Stephen A...
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April 26, 2024 • 44 mins
In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Ryan Clark, and Marcus "Swagu" Spears react to the results of the first round of the NFL Draft and debate if the Falcons made a mistake drafting Michael Penix Jr. 8th overall. Plus, we discuss why Micah Parsons is "utterly disgusted" by Philadelphia's draft. Jay Williams joins the show to tell us if he's surprised by the Lakers being on the verge of getting swept by the Nuggets and who he has winn...
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April 25, 2024 • 41 mins
Stephen A. Smith and Marcus "Swagu" Spears have a heated debate on if Caleb Williams makes the Chicago Bears an immediate NFC Contender. Tim Legler and Brian Windhorst join the show to discuss Anthony Davis' comments about the Lakers coaching staff. The crew reacts to Jerry Jones' comments about Dak Prescott's future with the Dallas Cowboys. Lastly, Tim Legler has some words for the 76ers ahead of Game 3 versus the New York Knicks....
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April 25, 2024 • 45 mins
Stephen A. Smith and Dan Orlovsky have a heated debate on which QB prospect in this year's draft has the most to prove this season. Tim Legler and Brian Windhorst join the show to discuss the Heat's upset win over the Celtics in Game 2 of their first round matchup. The crew discusses if the Giants should draft a QB with their first round pick. Lastly, they debate which player has been the most impressive in the NBA playoffs.
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April 24, 2024 • 45 mins
Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and Ryan Clark have a heated debate about Jerry Jones and the Dallas Cowboys current roster this upcoming season. Joe Fortenbaugh is here with his best bets for this weekend's NBA playoff action. Mad Dog tells us what he's mad about this week. Lastly, the crew debates which NFL team is in a better spot; the Chicago Bears or Washington Commanders?
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April 24, 2024 • 44 mins
Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and Tim Legler debates if the Suns-Timberwolves first round series is over. Ryan Clark joins the show to discuss if Caleb Williams can have the same successful rookie season as CJ Stroud. They also react live to the news on 2005 Heisman Trophy being returned to Reggie Bush. They debate who's the biggest threat facing the Nuggets between Clippers or Mavericks. Lastly, they discuss should the ...
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April 23, 2024 • 43 mins
Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Monica McNutt debate who had the most devastating loss between the Los Angeles Lakers or the Philadelphia 76ers. The crew discusses if Damian Lillard can carry the Bucks past the Pacers without Giannis. Kenny Beecham joins the show to discuss Jalen Brunson's struggles in the first two playoff games against the 76ers. Lastly, the crew reacts to Ryan Garcia defeating Devin Haney in their boxing m...
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April 23, 2024 • 44 mins
Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Tim Legler debate if the Knicks won or the 76ers blew Game 2 of their playoff series. The crew discusses the biggest reasons for the Lakers collapse against the Nuggets. Lastly, Dan Orlovsky joins the show and things gets heated as they discuss if the Raiders should aggressively trade up to draft Jayden Daniels in the NFL Draft.
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April 22, 2024 • 43 mins
In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Kendrick Perkins debate how concerned they are about the Suns after dropping Game 1 to the Timberwolves. P.K. Subban joins the show with the Stanley Cup to give us the latest on the NHL Playoffs and debates with Stephen A. which is better: New York basketball or New York Hockey? Dan Orlovsky is here and gets heated while debating if the Cowboys should draft Dak Prescott's repla...
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April 22, 2024 • 45 mins
In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Kendrick Perkins react to this weekend's NBA Playoff action and debate if the Knicks can go up 2-0 over the 76ers and if the crew is discouraged by what they saw from the Mavericks in their loss to the Clippers. Stephen A. and Shannon decide if the series between the Lakers and the Nuggets is over if Denver goes up 2-0 tonight. Plus, what statement did Damian Lillard make to th...
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April 19, 2024 • 41 mins
Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst, and Tim Legler debate if the Knicks should be worried about Joel Embiid and 76ers. Domonique Foxworth and Mike Tannenbaum join the show to discuss if JJ McCarthy is a better QB option for the New York Giants. They discuss which NBA star needs to step up the most in the first round of the NBA playoffs. Lastly, the crew discusses how Clippers fans should feel about Kawhi Leonard participating in the...
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April 19, 2024 • 46 mins
In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Tim Legler, and Brian Windhorst react to LeBron James downplaying the Lakers' upcoming rematch against the Nuggets. We debate what's on the line for Kevin Durant when he goes up against the Timberwolves in Round 1 of the playoffs. The crew reacts to comments from Steve Kerr about keeping the Warriors' Big 3 together. Mike Tannenbaum and Domonique Foxworth join the show to debate if the Cowboys sho...
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April 18, 2024 • 43 mins
Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt, and Tim Legler debate who's more important between Joel Embiid or Jalen Brunson in their upcoming 76ers-Knicks first round matchup. Mina Kimes and Damien Woody join the show and react Robert Kraft's alleged sabotage of Bill Belichick's offseason job hunt. They discuss what's on the line for Kevin Durant against the Timberwolves. Lastly, the crew debates which NFC East starting QBs are under the most...
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April 18, 2024 • 46 mins
Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt, and Tim Legler debate if the Knicks should be worried about the 76ers in their first round matchup. They react to Jontay Porter's lifetime ban from the NBA due to his gambling violations. The crew also debates if LeBron can pull off an upset against the Nuggets. Lastly, EJ Manuel and Kimberley A. Martin join the show to discuss if the NFL has mismanaged how they handle young QBs.
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April 17, 2024 • 44 mins
Stephen A. Smith, Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Tim Legler discuss if the Warriors should re-sign Klay Thompson this offseason. The crew debates how ready Anthony Davis is for the Lakers-Nuggets playoff matchup. Mad Dog tells us what he's mad about this week. Lastly, Marcus "Swagu" Spears joins the show to discuss the Dallas Cowboys offseason moves, or lack thereof.
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April 17, 2024 • 44 mins
Stephen A. Smith is joined by Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Brian Windhorst and they dive in on the NBA's Western Conference Play-In games, most notably is Warriors' loss to the Kings last night. They also debate whether or not this will be the end of the Warriors as we currently know them and whether or not this season was a failure. The crew also reacts to the Lakers' win over the Pelicans to clinch a playoff spot. Stephen A. g...
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