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Stephen Jackson: Ty Lue should coach Nets. He's someone KD & Kyrie would respect

With Kenny Atkinson’s exit from the Brooklyn Nets, Nick Wright and Stephen Jackson talk who would be the best fit to take on Kevin Durant and Kyrie Irving as head coach. Stephen and Nick agree Ty Lue would be an excellent choice, but Nick throws out a couple big names that may not have been thought of that could potentially be successful in Brooklyn.

Nick Wright: Giannis is still MVP, but LeBron is closing the gap

Nick Wright is joined by Stephen Jackson and Kevin Wildes to talk the race for NBA MVP. In true pundit fashion, Nick Wright uses a graph to walk Stephen and Kevin through how the MVP standings looked throughout the year, and ends with LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers and Giannis Antetokounmpo of the Milwaukee Bucks vying for the title with a 10% gap between them.

Sarah Kustok: A healthy Clippers team could be a challenge for the Lakers and the Rockets

Sarah Kustok joins First Things First after the Los Angeles Clippers had a strong showing vs the OKC Thunder. This win leads Sarah to tell Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes that a healthy Kawhi Leonard, Paul George and Patrick Beverley could present a big threat to teams in the Western conference, and these next games against the Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Lakers could reveal a lot about what the Clippers could look like in the playoffs.

Ryan Hollins gives some credit to Frank Vogel for LeBron’s dominating performance

Ryan Hollins joins Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes to talk the performance Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James in their win over the Philadelphia 76ers. Ryan says that LeBron is one of the more cerebral players he’s every played, so the fact that he trusts Frank Vogel means the coach deserves a lot of credit.

Nick Wright: The Clippers have been built to slow down LeBron, but they’ve ignored AD

Nick Wright is joined by Sarah Kustok and Kevin Wildes to talk the Los Angeles Lakers, and what their win vs the Philadelphia 76ers means for their playoff chances. Nick believes Anthony Davis will be key defensively against Clippers, who have prepared to slow down LeBron James, but don’t have an answer to AD, who Nick says is defensive player of the year.

Nick Wright wouldn’t bet on Tom Brady returning to the Patriots

Nick Wright is joined by Greg Jennings and Kevin Wildes to talk Tom Brady, and the likelihood of him returning to play for the New England Patriots next season. Nick believes that if Tom Brady returns to New England, it may be due to the intervention of Robert Kraft, and at the expense of head coach Bill Belichick.

Antoine Walker: Zion displayed tenacity vs LeBron & Lakers

Antoine Walker joins Nick Wright on First Things First to talk Zion Williamson’s commendable performance when the New Orleans Pelicans took on the Los Angeles Lakers. LeBron dominated the game with a season high 40 points, but Antoine details what Zion did well and what he’ll need to do to perfect his game.

Nick Wright: LeBron’s dominating offensive game led to Lakers’ victory over Zion & Pelicans

Nick Wright is joined by Antoine Walker to talk the explosive match up between LeBron James and Zion Williamson when the Los Angeles Lakers took on the New Orleans Pelicans. LeBron scored a season high 40 points, leading the Lakers to a 118-109 win. Nick praises LeBron’s performance, but also gives props to Zion who held his own against a super star team with 29 points of his own.

Sarah Kustok: Kawhi & Paul George have the ability to go toe to toe with LeBron and AD

Sarah Kustok tells Nick Wright why she believes the Los Angeles Clippers could have a powerful duo in Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, one that could rival the Lakers’ LeBron James and Anthony Davis

Nick Wright believes Joel Embiid took a step back this season: ‘I don’t trust him anymore’

Nick Wright discusses Philadelphia 76ers star Joel Embiid. Nick tells guest Sarah Kustok why he doesn’t think Joel is one of the top players in the world.

Doug Gottlieb: The Rockets are a threat to the Lakers & Clippers with small-ball approach

Doug Gottlieb talks the Houston Rockets with Chris Broussard. With the Rockets now committed to their small-ball approach, Doug highlights how knowing who they are as a team could mean they will be a threat to less certain teams like the Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers.

Chris Broussard: Kawhi Leonard's resume is great, but he is not the GOAT

Chris Broussard talks Los Angeles Clippers all-star Kawhi Leonard, who is building a strong resume with 2 championships and 2 finals MVP titles. Chris tells Doug Gottlieb why he believes Kawhi can be considered one of the all time greats, but it’s too soon to put him in the conversation as the greatest of all time.

Doug Gottlieb: LeBron should win the MVP over Giannis

Doug Gottlieb joins Chris Broussard on First Things First to discuss why LeBron James is more valuable to the Los Angeles Lakers than Giannis Antetokounmpo is to the Milwaukee Bucks.

Doug Gottlieb: Tom Brady could find success with the Las Vegas Raiders

Doug Gottlieb and Chris Broussard react to reports that the Las Vegas Raiders are willing to offer free agent Tom Brady a two-year, $60million deal to leave the New England Patriots. Hear why Doug thinks this deal makes sense for the QB, who he believes has past his prime in New England.

Eric Mangini on the current dynamic of Tom Brady’s relationship with Bill Belichick

Eric Mangini joins the show to discuss whether Tom Brady’s relationship with Bill Belichick has changed enough over the last year or two to prevent the 42-year old quarterback from returning to New England.

Nick Wright: The Houston Rockets are tough. They’re going to be a headache

Nick Wright is joined by Chris Canty and Chris Mannix to discuss the Houston Rockets, who overcame LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 121-111. Nick praises the Rockets’ small-ball approach, and with Russell Westbrook putting up 41 points, Nick thinks they’ll be tough to beat without a plan to make up for their ability to shoot outside the arc.

Nick Wright: Tom Brady won’t find the weapons he needs in New England

Nick Wright is joined by Eric Mangini and Brian Westbrook to talk Tom Brady’s future. Coming up on his 21st season in the NFL, Nick believes Brady will need more than what the New England Patriots can provide, and that he should look elsewhere if he wants to add another Super Bowl Championship to the collection.

Amani Toomer to Odell Beckham Jr: ‘Do you want to be a football player or a celebrity?’

Amani Toomer joins Nick Wright and Eric Mangini to share his thoughts on the Cleveland Browns. After Baker Mayfied gave what Nick thought were some great answers on how he could improve next seaon, Amani hopes Baker matches those answers with actions, and hopes OBJ will focus more on his performance on the field than off of it.

Terrell Owens reacts to Donovan McNabb’s comments: ‘I don’t know where it came from’ | LIVE FROM MIAMI

Terrell Owens joins Nick Wright and former teammate Brian Westbrook to talk the Donovan McNabb beef. Terrell tells Nick and Brian that he didn’t know what to think of the comments Donovan made regarding his alleged role in keeping the Philadelphia Eagles from the championship game, and that his main goal was to be a good teammate, and help the Eagles get a Super Bowl title.

Emmitt Smith: The 49ers have a chance vs Chiefs if they keep Mahomes off the field | LIVE FROM MIAMI

Nick Wright and Brian Westbrook are joined by three-time Super Bowl Champion Emmitt Smith to talk the Sunday match up between the San Francisco 49ers and the Kansas City Chiefs. Emmitt gives his thoughts on the Chiefs’ offensive weapons, and thinks that San Francisco 49ers have a strong enough running game to keep Patrick Mahomes on the sidelines.

Nick Wright: If the Chiefs win Sunday, Patrick Mahomes will be a Hall of Famer | LIVE FROM MIAMI

Ahead of Super Bowl LIV, Nick Wright breaks down how much is on the line for Patrick Mahomes on Sunday. Nick believes if Mahomes and the Kansas City Chiefs defeat the San Francisco 49ers it will cement Mahomes’ place as a Hall of Famer.

Gardner Minshew won’t sell his mustache for less than 7 figures: ‘I know what I have’ | LIVE FROM MIAMI

Nick Wright and Eric Mangini are joined by Jacksonville Jaguars quarterback Gardner Minshew during Super Bowl week in Miami. Minshew talks facial hair with Nick, explaining he’s put is own shaved mustache up for sale and won’t accept less than 7 figures for it. Plus hear why going to the bathroom was a challenge during his RV tour across country.

Doug Gottlieb agrees with Joe Montana: Tom Brady should stay in New England | LIVE FROM MIAMI

Four-time Super Bowl champion Joe Montana recently gave some advice to Tom Brady, who is in limbo now that he is a free agent. Montana advises Brady not to leave the Patriots unless he has to. Doug Gottlieb joins Nick Wright and Eric Mangini to discuss why he agrees with Montana, and thinks Brady should stay in New England if he wants another Super Bowl Championship.

' I think he'll be back'— Alvin Kamara on Drew Brees' future with Saints | LIVE FROM MIAMI

New Orleans Saints RB Alvin Kamara joins Nick Wright, Greg Jennings and Jenna Wolfe live in Miami to discuss Drew Brees and if he will return to the Saints next season.

Nick Wright: Patrick Mahomes has been too much for every defense he’s played post season | LIVE FROM MIAMI

Nick Wright is joined by Eric Mangini and Greg Jennings to talk Super Bowl 54 live from Miami.

Doug Gottlieb reflects on Kobe Bryant’s growth throughout his NBA career

Nick Wright is joined by Doug Gottlieb and Chris Broussard to remember the legacy of NBA great Kobe Bryant. Doug shares his thoughts on the arc of Kobe’s career, and celebrates the impact he had on the NBA.

Chris Broussard reacts to losing Kobe Bryant: 'It was like a gut punch'

Chris Broussard joins Nick Wright to reflect on the life and legacy of Kobe Bryant after losing him and his daughter Gianna in a tragic helicopter crash. Chris tells Nick where he was when he heard the sad news, and why he is most devastated by the loss of not only a great basketball player, but a business mogul and family man.

Nick Wright reacts to Zion’s NBA debut with Pelicans vs. Spurs

Last night the New Orleans Pelicans were defeated in a close game against the San Antonio Spurs 121-117. This game marked Zion Williamson’s explosive NBA debut. He scored 22 points, but sat out the last few minutes of the 4th quarter. Nick Wright sits with Brian Westbrook to talk Zion’s performance and how he was willing to make plays he wasn’t normally strongest at in order to keep the Pelicans afloat in the game.

Brian Westbrook reacts to Donovan McNabb’s claim that T.O. broke up the Philadelphia Eagles

Brian Westbrook joins Nick Wright to talk the long time feud between former Philadelphia Eagles players Terrell Owens and Donovan McNabb. McNabb recently stated that T.O.’s drama broke the Eagles up, resulting in them falling short of the Super Bowl in 2004-2005. Hear why Westbrook thinks neither McNabb or T.O. were to blame in this situation, and why he’s disappointed that this is still a conversation so many years later.

Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis makes his Super Bowl pick: ‘I’m going with the Chiefs’

Hall of Famer Jerome Bettis joins Nick Wright and Brian Westbrook to talk Super Bowl 54. Bettis thinks the Kansas City Chiefs will have an edge over the San Francisco 49ers as long as they stop the 49ers running game and force Ryan Tannehill to throw the ball.