Posts Tagged ‘first take’
Bill Laimbeer angers Michael Jordan fans by calling LeBron ‘best ever’ (video)
Former NBA champion Bill Laimbeer uttered what many basketball fans consider to be blasphemy when he called LeBron James the “best basketball player who ever lived” over Michael Jordan. “I’m…
Read MoreAntonio Brown to return to the Steelers? Coach Mike Tomlin responds (video)
Mike Tomlin, the longtime Pittsburgh Steelers head coach, spoke about whether former malcontent wide receiver Antonio Brown would be welcomed back on the team. Brown, the outcast wide receiver who…
Read MoreTerrell Owens said Stephen A. Smith’s White co-host ‘seems Blacker than’ him
Things turned ugly on ESPN’s mega-successful sports show “First Take” when NFL Hall of Famer Terrell “T.O.” Owens told Stephen A. Smith on air that his White co-host “almost seems…
Read MoreStephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless could reunite at ESPN’s ‘First Take’
Is it possible that Stephen A. Smith could be reunited with Skip Bayless on ESPN’s mega-successful sports show “First Take?” Some media outlets speculate that this is not a far-fetched…
Read MoreKevin Durant: Draymond Green helped him decide to leave Warriors (video)
Two-time NBA champion Kevin Durant admitted that the explosive team huddle showdown with Draymond Green helped him to decide to leave the Golden State Warriors. Durant created just as many…
Read MoreLavar Ball accused of inappropriate comment to female host of ‘First Take’
The bombastic, self-promoting patriarch LaVar Ball, the father of NBA star Lonzo Ball, fell into some hot water on ESPN Monday after viewers accused him of making inappropriate sexual remarks…
Read MoreMagic Johnson addresses abrupt departure from Lakers, identifies ‘backstabber’
In an exclusive interview with “First Take,” this morning, May 20, Earvin “Magic” Johnson shared the source of his frustration and what made him step down as the President of…
Read MoreStephen A. Smith on NAACP Image Award nod, inspirational women in the industry
“First Take,” the ESPN show that airs weekday mornings and is hosted by Stephen A. Smith, Max Kellerman, and Molly Qerim Rose, was nominated for an NAACP Image Award in…
Read MoreStephen A. Smith has advice for Black college graduates
ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith, who attended the HBCU Winston-Salem State University, knows the difficulties that many Black college students face after graduation, because he experienced them. During an exclusive interview…
Read MoreStephen A. Smith on Kaep’s impact on Super Bowl and its impact on Atlanta
Stephen A. Smith is one of the hardest working men in the sports journalism business, hosting ESPN’s “First Take” weekday mornings from 10am – noon EST and “The Stephen A.…
Read MoreStephen A. Smith gets it wrong again with Ray Rice commentary
ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has made a second career out of blaming the victim. Or perhaps, he’s too preoccupied with maintaining his “close, personal” friendship with so many notables in sports that he’s become incapable of calling out their nonsense.
Read MoreLil Wayne addresses Florida teacher suspended for his lyrics
It was reported two weeks ago that a middle school teacher from a Boynton Beach, FL charter school was suspended after distributing uncensored Lil Wayne lyrics to his students. The sharing of the lyrics, from the Wayne song “Six Foot Seven Foot,” was explained by the school’s headmaster as the teacher trying to be creative in reaching his students. Of course, parents were shocked and outraged by the exercise. During his recent appearance on ESPN’s First Take, Lil Wayne was asked about the incident and shared his perspective on the teacher’s judgment.
Read MoreStephen A. Smith blasted after blaming black people for Riley Cooper’s use of N-word
Stephen A. Smith revealed his thoughts on NFL player Riley Cooper’s use of the N-word on ESPN’s “First Take.” “We all make mistakes. It forces me to look at my…
Read MoreKevin Hart clowns Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless on ‘First Take’
Comedian Kevin Hart joins the Debate Desk on “First Take” and shares his true feelings on Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless’ commentary. Aside from Hart sharing who…
Read MoreRichard Sherman destroys Skip Bayless (full video)
Stephen A. Smith Drops N-Word on ESPN ‘First Take’
2 Chainz Appears on ESPN’s ‘First Take’; The Show’s Top 6 Rap Moments
Rapper 2 Chainz appeared on ESPN’s “First Take” today to discuss the NBA playoffs and he held his own while debating Stephen A. Smith and Skip Bayless. Still, ESPN seems…
Read MoreJalen Rose Attacks Skip Bayless on ESPN’s ‘First Take’
ESPN loudmouth Skip Bayless may have reached an all-time low on Tuesday, April 10 during an episode of “First Take.” During a debate about the NBA MVP race, Bayless was…
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