First Take

Hour 2: How Will Lakers Players Respond to JJ Redick Calling Them Out?

First Take resumes with JJ Redick calling out his team! Vando can't make free throws, Ayton can't even catch a ball! It's complete dysfunction In LA with no Luka and Reaves! (0:00) Then, would you rather have KD or Ant in the playoffs? (15:00) Next, Mad Dog is fired up about the Marlins babying their catchers, NBA games during the NCAA Championship game, and valet service on Easter! (25:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: Is There a Gap Between the Celtics and Everyone Else in the East?

First Take begins with a sight not seen since Jaylen Brown had hair: Mad Dog and Stephen A. in studio together! They react to a bench clearing brawl in LA, the Celtics steamrolling an upstart Hornets squad, and more egregious tanking! (0:00) Then, Shams takes us inside the fractured relationship between Giannis and the Bucks! (26:00) Next, do you really believe Mike Malone and the Tar Heels can compete with Duke? (43:10) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: Is This Michigan's Best Basketball Team Ever?

First Take resumes with Michigan's best basketball team ever...maybe? Is it possible the GOAT UMich team is one that never even won the championship? (0:00) Then, what is Giannis's trade value right now? Is it worse or better off than what it was at the trade deadline? (16:20) Next, Mike Malone looks to lead UNC back to the glory days of Jerry Stackhouse, James Worthy, and Brady Manek! (30:20) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 1: What Statement Did Michigan Make With Title Win?

First Take begins with the Victorious Wolverines! A dominant run for the ages capped off with a nail biter against the dynastic Fightin' Danny Hurleys. Stephen A. and Sean Farnham break down how Dusty May's squad got it done in Indy! (0:00) Then, Stephen A. gives Mike Malone some advice as he prepares Chapel Hill for the long road back to Blue Bloodism. (18:00) Next, fresh off of a national championship, and one hour of sleep, Dusty May talks with Shae and Stephen A.!! (27:30) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Hour 2: How Far Can LeBron Carry the Lakers?

First Take resumes with the ailing Lakers... How far can LeBron carry a Luka-less and Reaves-less LA squad? (0:00) Next, Troy Aikman discusses his role with the Dolphins, where he feels empowered making personnel decisions. Subtle shot at Jerry Jones? Why is the Cowboys legend not helping Jerry with free agent decisions? (14:00) Then, BREAKING NEWS!!! Angel Reese traded to the Dream??? What??? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices