Nets initially wanted Tatum-Brown package in KD trade | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Brooklyn Nets reportedly came out swinging when negotiating with the Boston Celtics for a Kevin Durant trade, initially asking for both Jayson Tatum and Jaylen Brown in the deal. Nick Wright explains why the demand itself proves the Nets aren’t a serious organization, and the Celtics shouldn’t have even taken the call.

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Aaron Rodgers weighs in on Jordan Love: 'I hope he balls out' | FIRST THINGS FIRST

It looks like Aaron Rodgers is continuing his ‘peace and love’ journey by sharing some positive words about his back-up quarterback Jordan Love. Rodgers compares Love’s track to his own, says the QB has progressed while waiting for his starting opportunity similar to how Rodgers progressed while waiting behind Brett Favre. Nick Wright and Eric Mangini react to Rodgers’ comments.

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KD names 76ers as desired trade spot, could rejoin Harden | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Kevin Durant is rumored to have chosen two desirable landing spots if the Brooklyn Nets trade him. One, which has been thoroughly explored is the Boston Celtics, but one which hasn’t been considered: The Philadelphia 76ers. Not only would KD be paired with Joel Embiid, it would mean a reunion with James Harden, who left Brooklyn mid-season in a move that was presumed to ruffle some feathers. Nick Wright and Kevin Wildes decide what trade package would work best if Sixers want to acquire KD, and whether a Durant-Harden-Embiid combo could work.

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Lamar Jackson Contract Talks Offer Litmus Test for Guaranteed QB Cash

Lamar Jackson’s talent to make game-changing plays on the field has the Baltimore Ravens quarterback on the verge of securing life-changing money—and perhaps a league-changing deal Jackson, who is playing this season on the fifth-year option of his rookie contract, has begun negotiations for what could be the most lucrative NFL pact ever. The circumstances […]

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Angels' Shohei Ohtani joins Babe Ruth in exclusive club & surpasses Ichiro Suzuki's HR record | Flippin' Bats

Ben Verlander breaks down Los Angeles Angels’ Shohei Ohtani joining the legendary Babe Ruth as the only players in history with 10 wins and 10 home runs in a single season. Ben also speaks on Shohei surpassing Ichiro Suzuki for the second-most homers among Japanese-born players.

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2022 FIFA WC: Will USMNT upset Harry Kane, England? Mexico a SCARY squad for Lionel Messi,Argentina?

Alexi Lalas and David Mosse have Stu Holden join the show to talk about whether Mexico will be able to survive in Group C of the 2022 FIFA World Cup that features Argentina, Poland, and Saudi Arabia. Holden mentions how Mexico will struggle due to the talent in the group, which features the likes of PSG’s Lionel Messi, Inter Milan’s Lautaro Martínez, and FC Barcelona Robert Lewandowski. We also break down the epic USA vs England matchup going down on Black Friday. Will the US stay undefeated against the Brits at the World Cup?

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