Hour 2: What's Next for Belichick?
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by ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
53m ago
Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt, and Tim Legler debate who's more important between Joel Embiid or Jalen Brunson in their upcoming 76ers-Knicks first round matchup. Mina Kimes and Damien Woody join the show and react Robert Kraft's alleged sabotage of Bill Belichick's offseason job hunt. They discuss what's on the line for Kevin Durant against the Timberwolves. Lastly, the crew debates which NFC East starting QBs are under the most pressure to succeed this upcoming season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more
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Hour 1: Playoff Payoff
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by ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
54m ago
Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt, and Tim Legler debate if the Knicks should be worried about the 76ers in their first round matchup. They react to Jontay Porter's lifetime ban from the NBA due to his gambling violations. The crew also debates if LeBron can pull off an upset against the Nuggets. Lastly, EJ Manuel and Kimberley A. Martin join the show to discuss if the NFL has mismanaged how they handle young QBs. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more
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Hour 1: Unmaking of a Dynasty?
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by ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
1d ago
Stephen A. Smith is joined by Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and Brian Windhorst and they dive in on the NBA's Western Conference Play-In games, most notably is Warriors' loss to the Kings last night. They also debate whether or not this will be the end of the Warriors as we currently know them and whether or not this season was a failure. The crew also reacts to the Lakers' win over the Pelicans to clinch a playoff spot. Stephen A. goes on an epic rant about the upcoming Lakers-Nuggets playoff matchup after both teams exchanged words in the offseason. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit mega ..read more
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Hour 1: Orange & Blue Skies
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by ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
3d ago
Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe are joined by Tim Legler to discuss the Knicks' chances of reaching the Eastern Conference Finals. The crew also debate the Lakers and Warriors' chances to get out of the Play-In Tournament. Chiney Ogwumike and Andraya Carter also join the show to discuss Caitlin Clark and Angel Reese's futures ahead of the WNBA Draft tonight. Lastly, Stephen A. and Shannon weigh in on Max Holloway's last-second knockout on Justin Gaethje to win the BMF Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more
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Hour 1: Boston Blunder
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by ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
6d ago
Harry Douglas, Monica McNutt, and Kendrick Perkins debate which teams need to secure the 8th seed in the NBA playoffs. The crew discusses if they should be concerned for the Celtics' toughness on the court. Also, they debate if the Knicks are a legit threat to the Celtics. Sam Acho joins the show to discuss if Russell Wilson should be considered as a trailblazer for black QBs. Lastly, the crew discusses if Josh Allen will be the next QB to win a Super Bowl. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more
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Hour 2: O.J. Simpson Dies at 76
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by ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
1w ago
The crew of Damien Woody, Kimberley A. Martin, Harry Douglas and Joe Fortenbaugh react to the breaking news of of O.J. Simpson' passing. Stephen A. Smith and ESPN reporter Jeremy Schapp also call in to reflect on Simpson's life. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more
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Hour 2: Convo with the Commish
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by ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
1w ago
Stephen A. Smith and Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo keep things rolling in the second hour of today's show. Stephen A. is joined by UFC president and CEO, Dana White to discuss the matchups in the UFC 300 Pay-Per-View coming up this weekend. WNBA commissioner Cathy Engelbert also joins the show to discuss next week's WNBA Draft and how the league is preparing for college phenom Caitlin Clark. Mad Dog tells us what he's mad about this week and gives his top 5 most attractive college basketball head coaching jobs. Lastly, Stephen A. and Mad Dog debate how bad the Suns' performance was after their l ..read more
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Hour 1: Mock Draft Mayhem
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by ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
1w ago
Stephen A. Smith is joined by Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo and the two dive into how much the NBA's Western Conference should be worried about the Warriors as we near the playoffs. The duo also react to Bucks' star Giannis Antetokounmpo suffering a left calf strain and legendary head coach Tara VanDerVeer retired after 38 seasons at Stanford. They are also joined by football analysts Mel Kiper Jr. and Louis Riddick to discuss Kiper's latest NFL Mock Draft. ESPN betting analyst also gives us his best bets for this week's sporting events. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adcho ..read more
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Hour 2: Hurley At The Helm
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by ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
1w ago
In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Seth Greenberg debate if Dan Hurley should consider becoming Kentucky's next head coach after leading UConn to a 2nd straight NCAA Championship. The crew discusses if the 49ers can get over the hump and win a Super Bowl. We debate whether or not the Golden State Warriors should break up the Big 3 after hearing comments from Klay Thompson on Draymond Green's ejections. Molly takes her victory lap and collects on her bet with Shannon as UConn becomes National Champions once again. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoice ..read more
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Hour 1: Coaching Clinic
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by ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose
1w ago
In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Shannon Sharpe, and Seth Greenberg react to UConn winning their 2nd straight NCAA Championship last night and debate what this team has proved this year. Tim Legler joins the show to weigh in on what Klay Thompson said about Draymond Green's ejections on his podcast. Stephen A. and Shannon debate which team had a more dominant year: Dan Hurley's Huskies or Dawn Staley's Gamecocks? Molly cashes in once again on a bet she made with Shannon after her Alma Mater UConn won it all last night. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices ..read more
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