first-things-first – Page 63

Nick Wright reacts to LeBron's Cavs losing to the San Antonio Spurs

In his conversation with Chris Broussard and Jenna Wolfe, Nick Wright reacts to LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers losing to the San Antonio Spurs. Are the Cavs the favorite to come out of the East?

Nick Wright reacts to Gregg Popovich saying he'd be surprised if Kawhi Leonard returned this season

In his conversation with Cris Carter, Nick Wright reacts to San Antonio Spurs head coach Gregg Popovich saying he’d be surprised if his star player Kawhi Leonard returned to play this season despite the Spurs’ medical staff clearing him to play. What does this mean for San Antonio’s playoff chances?

Nick Wright unveils what went wrong with the Boston Celtics

In his discussion with Cris Carter and Chris Mannix, Nick Wright discuss the Boston Celtics losing 9 of the last 15 games before the All-Star break. Nick explains how the Celtics are a lesser version than last year with the current roster.

Nick Wright reveals his key concerns for the Golden State Warriors

In his conversation with Cris Carter, Nick Wright reveals how his concerns for Stephen Curry and Kevin Durant’s Golden State Warriors’ path to the Western Conference finals.

Cris Carter reveals how Houston's role players position Rockets to knock off the Warriors

In his conversation with Nick Wright, Cris Carter reveals why he believes the Houston Rockets possess enough depth to knock off the Golden State Warriors during the Western Conference Playoffs. Will James Harden, Chris Paul and Houston’s role players rise to the occasion and take down the champs?

Nick Wright unveils why Harden and Paul’s Rockets can dethrone Curry and KD’s Warriors

In his discussion with Cris Carter, Nick Wright unveils why James Harden and Chris Paul’s Houston Rockets can dethrone Steph Curry and Kevin Durant’s Golden State Warriors in the West. Does The Beard’s squad truly have the ability to knock off the champs?

Nick Wright reacts to LeBron James winning his 3rd All-Star Game MVP

In his conversation with Cris Carter, Nick Wright reacts to LeBron James winning his 3rd All-Star Game MVP, comparing The King’s accomplishment to that of Michael Jordan.

Nick Wright reveals what Russell Westbrook and Thunder need to do to keep Paul George in OKC

In his reaction to fans lauding Paul George during the 2018 All-Star weekend in Los Angeles, Nick Wright reveals what Russell Westbrook and the Oklahoma City Thunder need to do to keep Paul George in OKC.

Cris Carter thinks Pittsburgh RB Le'Veon Bell should value being a Steeler for life over money

In a conversation with Doug Gottlieb and former NFL head coach Eric Mangini, Cris Carter pinpoints the struggle for the Pittsburgh Steelers to fairly compensate the power trio of quarterback Ben Roethlisberger, running back Le’Veon Bell and wide receiver Antonio Brown. Do you agree with Doug?

King's Ransom: Doug Gottlieb reveals how the Cavs' payroll would balloon to $300M if LeBron stays in Cleveland

In his discussion with Cris Carter and Eboni Williams, Doug Gottlieb reveals how the Cavaliers’ payroll would balloon to $300M if LeBron James stays in Cleveland. Will Koby Altman and Dan Gilbert find a way to keep The King in The Land or will LBJ be ‘taking his talents’ elsewhere this offseason?

Doug Gottlieb on Lonzo Ball: The Lakers will never be his team until he puts his dad in his place

Reflecting on Magic Johnson’s latest comments that he has ‘no regrets’ about drafting Lonzo Ball, Doug Gottlieb reveals to Cris Carter and Eboni Williams why the quiet rookie needs to step up and assert himself before his father derails his career for the Purple and Gold.

Cris Carter's message to Rajon Rondo after his fight with Isaiah Thomas: 'Stop being petty, man!'

In his reaction to the Rajon Rondo – Isaiah Thomas fight in the Pelicans – Lakers game last night, Cris Carter reveals to Doug Gottlieb and Eboni Williams how this has always been in Rondo’s nature, and instead of picking meaningless fights with other players over trivial matters, Rondo should focus on elevating his game and acclimating to New Orleans’ style of play. Do you agree with Cris?

Warriors Woes: Cris Carter unveils new weaknesses in Golden State's armor

In light of Golden State’s latest loss to Portland, moving them to one loss shy of their worst record under Steve Kerr, Cris Carter unveils to Doug Gottlieb and Eboni Williams how the once impenetrable Warriors can be vanquished due to weaknesses that have surfaced this year.

Doug Gottlieb on the Warriors: This isn’t some super talented team, but they fit together perfectly

Reflecting on the Warriors losing to the Portland Trail Blazers, Doug Gottlieb reveals to Cris Carter and Eboni Williams why he believes Steph and KD’s squad have vulnerabilities that could derail them from garnering another championship despite their immaculate chemistry.

Doug Gottlieb's not impressed with Houston's win over the T-Wolves: 'I've seen James Harden flame out enough'

Reflecting on the Houston Rockets’s win over the Minnesota Timberwolves, Doug Gottlieb explains to Cris Carter and Eboni Williams why he doesn’t believe James Harden and Chris Paul’s squad can compete with Steph Curry, KD and the Golden State Warriors for a championship.

Doug Gottlieb on Steve Kerr allowing players to coach: If he wants to sit there in Speedos and coach in Vans, God bless him

In his conversation with Cris Carter and Eboni Williams, Doug Gottlieb explains why the story about Steve Kerr allowing his players to coach themselves in their blowout win against the Suns is not only unimportant to the Golden State Warriors’ playoff plans, but Steve Kerr is both an experienced, champion coach and champion player who need not be questioned on such trivial matters.

Doug Gottlieb on why he’s not jumping to crown LeBron’s Cavs after they defeated the OKC Thunder

In his reaction to LeBron James and the Cleveland Cavaliers defeating Russell Westbrook, Paul George, Carmelo Anthony and the Oklahoma City Thunder, Doug Gottlieb reveals to Cris Carter and Eboni WIlliams why it’s too early to jump on The King’s new-look Cavs as title favorites.

Cris Carter on the Boston Celtics: 'They're offense hasn't gone down, there one of the worst in the NBA'

Drawing upon what he learned from LeBron’s Cavaliers defeating Kyrie Iriving and the Boston Celtics, Cris Carter reveals how other teams have figured out Boston’s defensive and offensive schemes, noting that their lack of game in the paint has created a tangible issue that many team will continue to exploit.

Nick Wright on LeBron's passing: 'He will instantly put you in the best position to do what you do best'

In his discussion with Cris Carter and Eboni Williams, Nick Wright explains how LeBron James’ ability to make everyone around him better is the key to successfully integrating the Cav’s new acquisitions in order to ascend to the top spot in the East.

Nick Wright reveals how Cleveland’s win over Boston elevates LeBron’s Cavs to be the best in the East

Reflecting on Cleveland’s dominant 121-99 road victory over Boston, Nick Wright reveals to Cris Carter and Eboni Williams how the Cavaliers’ win over the Celtics elevates LeBron’s Cavs to be the best in the East.

Nick Wright reacts to Cleveland's trades: 'This is, by all measures, a home run for the Cavs'

Reflecting on the Cleveland Cavaliers’ 3-team, blockbuster trade deal that jettisoned the controversial Isaiah Thomas, Jae Crowder, Derrick Rose, Iman Shumpert, Channing Fry and LeBron’s best friend Dwyane Wade, Nick Wright explores with Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe how this momentous event will energize and propel LeBron’s squad into the playoffs. Do these subtractions plus the additions of Rodney Hood, George Hill, Jordan Clarkson and Larry Nance Jr. make The King’s team a more formidable foe for the Golden State Warriors?

Yahoo’s Chris Mannix knows who the Thunder can acquire that could take them to the Western Conference Finals

In light of the NBA trade deadline swiftly approaching and André Roberson being out with an injury, Yahoo’s Chris Mannix unveils to Cris Carter, Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe who the Oklahoma City Thunder can acquire that will take them to the Western Conference Finals. Could any of these players be the answer that Russell Westbrook, Paul George and Carmelo Anthony need to elevate OKC over Steph, KD and the Golden State Warriors?

Nick Wright reacts to LeBron's Cavs blowing a 21-point lead to the league-worst Orlando Magic

In his conversation with Jenna Wolfe and Cris Carter, Nick Wright reacts to LeBron’s Cavs blowing a 21-point lead to the league-worst Orlando Magic, outlining how their abysmal, offensive performance is a ‘symptom of a much larger disease.’

Nick Wright reveals why Tom Brady and other Patriots rallied around Malcolm Butler's Twitter post

In his discussion with Cris Carter and Jenna Wolfe, Nick Wright reveals why Tom Brady and other New England Patriots rallied around Malcolm Butler’s Twitter post that debunked several bogus theories on why he was benched during Super Bowl LII.

Nick Wright reacts to Cleveland Cavaliers’ trade rumors surrounding Kemba Walker and DeAndre Jordan

Nick Wright reacts to the trade rumors surrounding Kemba Walker and DeAndre Jordan potentially heading to the Cleveland Cavaliers, detailing why LeBron’s squad needs to act fast before their season has been derailed.

Cris Carter reveals how the Patriots' Super Bowl LII loss will impact the Brady – Belichick legacy

Reflecting on the New England Patriots’ loss to the Philadelphia Eagles in Super Bowl LII, Cris Carter reveals to Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe how such a impactful defeat will affect the Tom Brady – Bill Belichick legacy in New England and throughout the NFL history books as well.

Cris Carter reveals why Bill Belichick benching Pats' Malcolm Butler was so pivotal in Eagles' win

Cris Carter reveals to Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe why Bill Belichick benching Malcolm Butler was so pivotal in the Philadelphia Eagles’ Super Bowl LII victory over Tom Brady and the New England Patriots.

Cris Carter on Randy Moss being named a member of the 2018 Pro Hall of Fame class: ‘That was pretty amazing!’

In his discussion with Nick Wright and Jenna Wolfe, Cris Carter explains why it’s so remarkable that Randy Moss was named a member of the 2018 NFL Hall of Fame class alongside Brian Urlacher and Terrell Owens.

Nick Wright praises Doug Pederson for his coaching during Super Bowl LII

Nick Wright and Cris Carter talk Doug Pederson and Bill Belichick after the Philadelphia Eagles beat the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LII.

Nick Wright on Pats – Eagles Super Bowl LLII: 'The only way Nick Foles has a legacy is if he wins Sunday'

In his preview of the Super Bowl LII matchup between the New England Patriots and the Philadelphia Eagles, Nick Wright declares that the only way Nick Foles will ever leave a legacy and get out of the fans’ eyes as a perennial backup quarterback is if he defeats Tom Brady and Bill Belichick come Sunday. Would bringing a Super Bowl to Philly truly change our perception of Nick Foles?