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Cris Carter reveals how Giants GM Dave Gettleman and HC Pat Shurmur can fix the Odell Beckham Jr. situation

In his discussion with Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe surrounding the video that surfaced of Odell Beckham Jr. potentially engaging with illegal substances, Cris Carter reveals why he believes New York Giants GM Dave Gettleman and head coach Pat Shurmur need to be proactive early in this saga and help refocus OBJ on the one thing that should truly matter to him: being a great NFL football player. Do you agree with Carter?

Cris Carter’s message to Odell Beckham Jr: I’m so disappointed — grow up and stop being a little boy!

In his reaction to the controversial video that surfaced of Odell Beckham Jr. smoking what appears to be some sort of cigar-type object while a line of a white, powdery substance appears on a table near him, Cris Carter sends OBJ a sobering message to shape up his life now or risk the consequences of his action that could derail his entire NFL career. How should the New York Giants respond?

Stephen Jackson reveals why the Houston Rockets need to be the #1 seed more than the Warriors

Joining Nick Wright, Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe on First Things First, Stephen Jackson reveals why the Houston Rockets need to be the #1 seed more than the Golden State Warriors. Do you agree with Stephen Jackson?

Cris Carter on the Boston Celtics: They're not a championship-caliber team without Gordon Hayward

After the Celtics clinched a playoff berth with their win last night over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Cris Carter reveals to Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe why he believes Boston’s ceiling this year would be getting to the Eastern Conference finals. With their 2nd best player in Gordon Hayward out, does Kyrie Irving’s squad have a chance to compete with LeBron’s Cavs for supremacy in the East?

Nick Wright on LeBron's impending free agency: 'If Houston makes the Finals, he can't go there'

In a discussion with Cris Carter on First Things First, Nick Wright examines the effects on Cleveland Cavaliers forward LeBron James’ legacy based on if he leaves in the offseason and on where he would sign.

Nick Wright: If Steph Curry's ankle injury shuts him down for the year, the Warriors' title hopes vanish

In his reaction to Stephen Curry leaving last night’s game against the the San Antonio Spurs in the 1st quarter with an ankle injury, Nick Wright unveils to Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe the critical, timely nature of this unfortunate event, declaring that if the 2-time MVP is shut down for the remainder of the season, the Golden State Warriors’ title chances evaporate over night. Do you agree with Nick?

Nick Wright explains why LeBron is ‘absolutely’ playing his best basketball in his 15th NBA season

In his reaction to LeBron James saying that his game is at ‘an all-time high,’ Nick Wright breaks down the metrics behind The King’s season, providing an eye-opening, statistical analysis that validates LeBron’s comments in terms of his blistering, offensive production. Is LeBron truly at the apex of his career and playing the best basketball he’s ever played?

Cris Carter on Kevin Durant: He didn't have a legacy before he went to Golden State

Joined by Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe, Cris Carter explains why he doesn’t fault Kevin Durant for abandoning the Oklahoma City Thunder to join Curry, Klay and Draymond because KD wasn’t building a true legacy in OKC. Do you agree with Cris that KD had no legacy prior to joining the Warriors?

Villanova’s Jay Wright reveals why winning a regional championship is key before entering the Big Dance

Joining Cris Carter, Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe on First Things First, Villanova’s Jay Wright reveals why winning a regional championship is key before a team enters the Big Dance. How far will the Wildcats make it in the NCAA tournament?

Nick Wright reacts to the Rockets defeating Thunder: They are the most complete team in the NBA

In his conversation with Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe, Nick Wright reacts to the Houston Rockets defeating the Oklahoma City Thunder, revealing why he believes Harden and Paul’s squad is the most complete team in the NBA.

Nick Wright unveils the crucial change Lonzo's made that could finally quiet his haters

Reflecting on Lonzo Ball’s 18-point performance in the Los Angeles Lakers’ win over the San Antonio Spurs, Nick Wright reveals to Cris carter and Jenna Wolfe how Lonzo has been able to focus on his game and quiet the haters. Do you agree with Nick?

Nick Wright reveals why joining Embiid and Simmons in Philly is the best 'legacy fit' for LeBron

Reflecting on LeBron James’ stellar, 30-point performance last night against the 76ers, Nick Wright reveals to Chris Broussard why Philly is the best ‘legacy fit’ for The King if he decides to leave the Cleveland Cavaliers. Should LeBron join Joel Embiid and Ben SImmons in Philly?

Chris Broussard on Lonzo Ball: His dad and the media put a target on his back – he will never be Magic

In his conversation with Nick Wright, Chris Broussard reveals why he says Lonzo Ball has been treated somewhat unfairly due to the pressure put on him by both his incendiary father LaVar and pundits in the media. Do you agree with Broussard that Lonzo is not a ‘bust’?

Nick Wright on the Cavs trading Isaiah Thomas: He was a toxic force in the locker room

Reflecting on Isaiah Thomas and Dwyane Wade having big scoring outings last night, Nick Wright reveals how the Cleveland Cavaliers corrected their playoff trajectory by trading D-Wade and Isaiah Thomas who Nick believes to have been a ‘toxic force in the locker room’ along with Jae Crowder. Do you agree with Nick?

Fair or Foul: Doug Gottlieb defends his view that the NCAA system is fair to its players

Joining Chris Broussard, Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe on First Things First, Doug Gottlieb defends his view that the NCAA system is fair to its players. In light of the recent NCAA scandal, do you agree with Doug?

Chris Broussard and Nick Wright reveal their picks for Performance of the Year for First Things First's NBA Midseason Awards

Chris Broussard and Nick Wright reveal their picks for Performance of the Year for First Things First’s NBA Midseason Awards. Who’s your pick out of Boogie Cousins, James Harden, LeBron James or Joel Embiid? Vote on Twitter @FTFonFS1 to make your choice.

Nick Wright unveils why he’s not buying the Boston Celtics as a true contender in the East

In his reaction to Boston improving to 4-0 since the All-Star break with their 134-106 win over the Hornets, Nick Wright unveils to Chris Broussard and Jenna Wolfe why he is still skeptical of the Celtics’ offensive firepower with Kyrie Irving leading the charge nearly all on his own. Do the Celtics pose a threat to LeBron’s Cavs in the East?

Chris Broussard explains why Harden's Rockets are not ready to dethrone the Warriors in the West

In his conversation with Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe, Chris Broussard defends his belief that James harden, Chris Paul and the Houston Rockets are not the best team in the NBA despite The Beard’s squad earning their 14th straight win last night in their game against the Clippers. Do you agree with Broussard that Golden State still has the edge over Houston?

Nick Wright on Houston: The Rockets are absolutely the best team in the NBA

Reflecting on the Rockets earning their 14th straight win with a victory over the Los Angeles Clippers last night, Nick Wright reveals to Chris Broussard and Jenna Wolfe why he believes Houston is the best team in the NBA. Do you agree with Nick?

Rocket Power: Nick Wright reveals why Houston's Big 3 pose a serious threat to dethroning Warriors

Reflecting on James Harden saying that ‘this is the year’ for the Rockets to win a championship, Nick Wright reveals to Chris Broussard and Jenna Wolfe why Houston’s Big 3 pose a serious threat to dethroning the Golden State Warriors. Do you agree with Nick that James Harden, Chris Paul and Clint Capela can take down Steph, KD and the rest of the champs?

Nick Wright unveils why he is furious about the Chiefs trading away All-Pro CB Marcus Peters

In his conversation with Chris Broussard and Jenna Wolfe, Nick Wright unveils why he is furious about the Kansas City Chiefs trading away their star cornerback Marcus Peters. Do you agree with Nick?

Ben Simmons or Donovan Mitchell: Chris Broussard unveils who will be the 2018 Rookie of the Year

Chris Broussard and Nick Wright discuss who will be the 2018 NBA Rookie of the Year: Ben Simmons or Donovan Mitchell. Who do you think has the edge?

Nick Wright unveils where LeBron James is taking his talents to next

Looking ahead to free agency, Nick Wright unveils to Chris Broussard and Jenna Wolfe which team LeBron James will leave Cleveland for if the Cavaliers do not win the NBA championship. Will Chris Paul and James harden lure The King to leave The Land or will LBJ join phenoms Ben Simmons and Joel Embiid in Philly?

Nick Wright on Anthony Davis: 'He's absolutely the best big man in the league'

In his discussion with Chris Broussard and Jenna Wolfe, Nick Wright breaks down why Anthony Davis is not only the best big man in the NBA, but how he is making a case as the 5th best player in the league. Where do you rank AD in the list of current greats?

Nick Wright reveals why the NBA got it wrong by not punishing Zaza for his dirty play on Westbrook

In his conversation with Chris Broussard and Jenna Wolfe, Nick Wright reveals why the NBA got it wrong by not punishing Zaza Pachulia for his dirty and dangerous play on Russell Westbrook in the OKC Thunder – Golden State game over the weekend. Do you agree with Nick?

Chris Broussard and Nick Wright unveil who will be the 2018 NBA MVP

Chris Broussard and Nick Wright unveil to Jenna Wolfe who will be the 2018 NBA MVP. Who do you think will win MVP?

Chris Broussard unveils two things he does not like about the Golden State Warriors

In his discussion with Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe, Chris Broussard unveils two things he does not like about the Golden State Warriors. Do you agree with Chris?

Nick Wright on Draymond Green's 15th technical foul in Golden State's win over Westbrook's Thunder

Nick Wright reacts to Draymond Green’s 15th technical foul in the Golden State Warriors’ win over Russell Westbrook, Paul George, Carmelo Anthony and the rest of the Oklahoma CIty Thunder. Do you agree with Nick?

Nick Wright weighs in on what the Dallas Cowboys should do with Dez Bryant

Nick Wright weighs in on what the Dallas Cowboys should do with Dez Bryant. What should Jerry Jones do with his outspoken wide receiver?

Nick Wright reveals why the NBA needs to act after Zaza Pachulia's dirty play on Russell Westbrook

Reflecting on Zaza Pachulia’s controversial foul where he fell dangerously on Russell Westbrook, Nick Wright reveals why the NBA needs to do something about Zaza Pachulia, going as far to question why the Golden State Warriors would even want or need a player like him who has such an extensive history of dirty plays. What should Adam Silver do?