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Chris Broussard shares his biggest takeaways from Bucks' Game 5 win | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard joins First Things First to share his biggest takeaways from Game 5 of the NBA Finals. Hear his thoughts on Jrue Holiday’s risky decision to throw Giannis Antetokounmpo an alley-oop from the 3-point line, and why Bucks’ high risk, high reward strategy could be the reason they could defeat the Phoenix Suns for the title.

Nick Wright after Game 5: ‘Giannis could potentially dethrone LeBron if Bucks win Finals’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

After an explosive Game 5 of the NBA Finals, Nick Wright talks about the ‘iconic’ alley-oop from Jrue Holiday to Giannis Antetokounmpo, which results in a ‘Shakespearean’ slam dunk and closes out the Phoenix Suns. Nick believes if the Milwaukee Bucks win the Finals, this play will never be forgotten, and put Giannis one step closer to taking the crown from LeBron James.

Chris Broussard: ‘If Suns lose this series, it’ll be a big part of CP3’s legacy’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

With the Phoenix Suns losing their 0-2 lead against the Milwaukee Bucks, there’s a big question mark over Chris Paul and whether he has the ability to pull out a win. Chris Broussard joins First Things First to talk about what this Finals could mean for CP3’s legacy.

Nick Wright: ‘Win or lose, Giannis is the NBA Finals MVP and it’s not close’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Nick Wright officially makes his NBA Finals MVP pick, and even if Chris Paul and Devin Booker fins a way to lead the Phoenix Suns to a Title, Nick believes Giannis Antetokounmpo deserves that MVP award. Hear Nick lay out why, win or lose, Giannis deserves the be MVP.

Chris Broussard on whether Devin Booker or Khris Middleton had a better Game 4 | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard and Nick Wright decide whether Devin Booker or Khris Middleton had a better performance in Game 4 of the NBA playoffs. Middleton propelled the Milwaukee Bucks to victory with 40 points, and while the Phoenix Suns fell, Booker staved off a complete blow out with 42 points of his own. But Broussard tells Nick it’s not even close. Hear who he thinks had the better Game 4 performance.

Nick Wright talks Suns’ Game 4 Loss: ‘Was Chris Paul out there?’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The NBA Finals are now ties up at 2-2 after the Milwaukee Bucks defeated the Phoenix Suns, 109-103. Devin Booker redeemed himself, scoring 42 points after only scoring 10 in Game 3, but it was Chris Paul who failed to step up in Game 4. Nick tells the First Things First crew his thoughts on CP3’s performance.

Nick Wright on Kawhi’s injury update: ‘This is heartbreaking for Clippers fans’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Kawhi Leonard has undergone surgery for a partially torn ACL, and Nick Wright discusses what this means for the future of the Los Angeles Clippers. Watch as he breaks down why this news is so devastating for LA,. Plus Chris Broussard looks at this news from three different perspectives, and what this could mean for where Kawhi ends up next season.

Chris Broussard: Suns need a big game from Devin Booker if they want Game 4 | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Milwaukee Bucks are looking to even up the series as the NBA Finals continue tonight with Game 4. Chris Broussard joins First Things First to decide whether he believes the Phoenix Suns have any chance at widening their 2-1 lead if Devin Booker doesn’t perform.

Nick Wright: ‘Sixers won’t trade Ben Simmons without getting an A-level player in return’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Philadelphia 76ers are reportedly taking calls for Ben Simmons, and Nick Wright lays out what he sees as the Sixers best options. As far as Nick is concerned, Philadelphia should trade for Damian Lillard, Bradley Beal, or keep Simmons. Hear why Nick believes the Sixers shouldn’t trade Ben for a ‘B-Level’ player.

Chris Broussard: Giannis' mental toughness proves he will be historically great | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard joins First Things First to talk Giannis Antetokounmpo after he led the Milwaukee Bucks to their first win of the NBA Finals against the Phoenix Suns. Broussard lays out why Game 3 was an example of Giannis’ mental toughness, and with his skill and work ethic, Broussard believes the Greek Freak will be unstoppable.

Antoine Walker: Devin Booker deserves some blame for Suns’ Game 3 loss | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Antoine Walker joins First Things First after the Milwaukee Bucks finally get a win on the boards for the NBA Finals. Antoine decides how much of the Phoenix Suns’ Game 3 loss was on their star player Devin Booker, who uncharacteristically only scored 10 points in last night’s game.

Nick Wright: The Bucks have stolen control of the series from Phoenix in Game 3 win | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Milwaukee Bucks defeat the Phoenix Suns 120-100 in Game 3, and while Phoenix still leads the Finals 2-1, Nick Wright believes we’re in for a Bucks’ comeback. Giannis Antetokounmpo scored 41 points, 13 rebounds and had 6 assists, and Nick says that as long as Giannis continues to be dynamic, the Bucks’ defense continues to challenge Devin Booker and Chris Paul, and at least one other Milwaukee player steps up to support Giannis on offense, this is the Bucks’ Final to lose.

Chris Broussard gives 4 reasons why Suns won’t sweep Bucks in the NBA Finals | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard joins First Things First after the Milwaukee Bucks lose Game 2 to the Phoenix Suns and fall behind 0-2 in the series. Broussard reaffirms that he always believed the Suns were the better team, but he gives 4 reasons why he doesn’t see Phoenix completely sweeping Milwaukee for the Finals win.

Nick Wright: ‘Phoenix had a complete game, the Bucks were a one-man show’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Game 2 of the NBA Finals ended in an other win for the Phoenix Suns, bringing the series to 2-0 with Milwaukee Bucks Trailing. The First Things First crew talk Giannis Antetikounmpo’s performance, and although Nick Wright believes last night was one of the best nights of Giannis’ playoff career, the Bucks can’t rely on a one-man show to defeat a complete team like the Phoenix Suns.

Antoine Walker says it's not over for Milwaukee: 'Giannis is only getting better' | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Phoenix Suns defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 118-108 to take 2-0 NBA Finals lead, despite a strong showing from Giannis Antetokounmpo who scared a playoff-career high 42 points. Antoine Walker joins First Things First to shares his thoughts on the game, and to decide which is a more likely NBA Finals result: Suns sweep or Bucks come back to win.

Chris Broussard won’t write Bucks off if they go down 0-2: ‘They’ve proven to be resilient’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

How important is Game 2 of the NBA Finals for Milwaukee? Chris Broussard joins First Things First to decide if the Bucks can afford to go down 0-2 against the phoenix Suns. Watch as Broussard explains why he won’t be the one to write Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks off early. Even if they do lose tonight’s game, Broussard believes Milwaukee has proven to be resilient and he would not put it past them to stage a comeback further along in the series.

Nick Wright: ‘Giannis is right, a Title with the Bucks will matter massively’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Giannis Antetokounmpo stated that winning a championship with the Milwaukee Bucks, the team that drafted him and developed him, will mean more to him than to win one with any other team. Nick Wright breaks down why he agrees with him, and lays out the importance of bringing an NBA Title back to the team that cultivated Giannis’ talent.

Chris Broussard believes Suns confused Milwaukee in Game 1: ‘Bucks don’t know how to defend them’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Broussard joins First Things First to share his thoughts on Game 1 of the NBA Finals. Watch to see why he believes both the Milwaukee Bucks and the Phoenix Suns should feel good about last nights’ game. Ultimately Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks were confused by Chris Paul, Devin Booker, and their pick and roll offense, and Milwaukee seemed to be unable to exploit their size advantage, but Chris thinks Giannis is going to get better, and the Bucks aren’t strangers to losing Game 1 and coming back.

Antoine Walker: 'Bucks will need to adjust if they want this Finals win' | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Phoenix Suns may. have come out on top in Game 1 of the Finals, but Antoine Walker still thinks the Milwaukee Bucks still have a good chance at winning this title. Hear him tell Nick Wright what adjustments he thinks Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks will need to make to defeat the Suns for the championship.

Nick Wright decides whether Giannis or CP3 is more crucial for the outcome of NBA Finals | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Phoenix Suns defeated the Milwaukee Bucks 118-105 in Game 1, despite the surprising return of Giannis Antetokounmpo, who’d been cleared to play after an injury to his knee. Giannis may not have been 100%, but he was explosive, scoring 20 points and had 17 rebounds. But Chris Paul had an answer with 32 points of his own, and 8 assists. Nick Wright, Brandon Marshall and Kevin Wildes decide which will dictate the outcome of this series more moving forward: CP3 or Giannis.

Nick Wright decides whether Giannis or CP3 has more to gain from winning a Final | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Both Chris Paul and Giannis Antetokounpo are in reach of their first NBA FInal win, and with the Milwaukee Bucks and the Phoenix Suns heading into Game 1 tonight, Nick Wright and Chris Broussard decide which. of these players need this title more to cement their legacy. Broussard makes a case for CP3, but hear Nick lay out why he believes it’s Giannis who has most to gain from a title win.

Chris Broussard: Even if Giannis is cleared to play, I'm taking Suns to win Finals | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The NBA Finals tips off tonight with the Milwaukee Bucks facing off against the Phoenix Suns for Game 1. Giannis Antetokounmpo is deemed unlikely to play after his knee injury, but Chris Broussard says with or without Giannis he believes the Suns will win this series in six games.

Brandon Marshall praises Aaron Rodgers: ‘This conversation on mental health is necessary’ | NFL | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Reigning MVP Quarterback Aaron Rodgers has been focusing on his mental fitness during the off season, which seems to include keeping his distance from the Green Bay Packers. This conversation on mental health struck a chord with Brandon Marshall, who praises Rodgers for pushing it forward. Watch as Brandon shares his thoughts on Rodgers’ comments on the importance of athletes protecting being in the best state of mind for their sport.

Chris Broussard decides how NBA Finals will affect CP3’s future in Phoenix | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The New York Knicks have reportedly had internal discussions about signing Chris Paul next season. Chris Broussard joins First Things First to decide if he believes the result of the NBA Finals vs the Milwaukee Bucks will impact CP3’s future in Phoenix.

Nick Wright: If Giannis is back & healthy by Game 3, Bucks are winning Finals | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Milwaukee Bucks eliminates the Atlanta Hawks in 6 games to advance to NBA Finals and face the Phoenix Suns.
Head coach Mike Budenholzer says Giannis Antetokounmpo’s knee is a “day to day” situation, and it’s uncertain when he will return to play in the series. Chris Broussard, Nick Wright, Brandon Marshall & Kevin Wildes make their picks for the NBA Finals, and decide if the Bucks can afford for Giannis to miss any games.

Nick Wright: ‘If Kawhi leaves Clippers, Mavs would be an infinitely better spot’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Dallas Mavericks and the Miami Heat reportedly plan to make ‘a hard push” for Kawhi Leonard, but signs seem to still point toward the start player sticking with the Los Angeles Clippers. Chris Broussard shares two reasons why he believes Kawhi would be justified in leaving the Clippers, but Nick Wright points out a third reason: That Kawhi may just want a team that could win, and with Luka Doncic as a teammate, the Mavs might be the best landing spot.

Chris Broussard: ‘There’s no way Kawhi Leonard would leave the LA Clippers’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Los Angeles Clippers fell to the Phoenix Suns 130-103, only just failing to reach their first NBA Finals after a spectacular playoff run. Some are questioning if Kawhi Leonard, who has a $36M player option to extend with LA, will return next season, but Chris Broussard doesn’t see that happen. Watch as Broussard and Nick Wright break down what they believe the future hold for the Clippers.

Nick Wright: For me, as a Chris Paul fan, the way he led PHX to Finals was perfect | FIRST THINGS FIRST

The Phoenix Suns defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 130-103 to advance to the NBA Finals, with Chris Paul leading the charge at 41 points (31 in the 2nd half) 8 assists and zero turnovers. Nick Wright celebrates CP3’s achievement, and breaks down what it means for the superstar to finally advance to an NBA Final.

Nick Wright reacts to Giannis’ injury: ‘This is an emotional gut punch’ | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Giannis Antetokounmpo suffered a hyperextended knee injury in Milwaukee’s Game 4 loss to the Atlanta Hawks. Giannis will undergo MRI today and is questionable for Game 5. Nick Wright shares his thoughts on Giannis’ injury and whether the Bucks can win this series without their star player.

Chris Broussard: The pressure is on Chris Paul in Game 6 vs. the Clippers | FIRST THINGS FIRST

Chris Paul and the Phoenix Suns face Paul George and the Los Angeles Clippers tonight in Game 6 of the Western Conference Finals. Chris Broussard breaks down why Chris Paul is under the most pressure. ‘If the suns lose it’ll be a big knock on his legacy.’