First Take

Author: ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Shae Cornette

First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith and guests debate about the day's top stories.
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Hour 2: Does Giannis Make The Heat Title Contenders?
Tuesday, 23 June, 2026

First Take resumes with the new look Heat! They have Bam, Giannis, and a bench full of g-leaguers! Is that enough to win a title? Then, the Wolves sent Julius Randle to the Nets along with a pick in a clear salary dump. Is this a sign that Ant-man may be on his way out of Minnesota? Next, has Jalen Brunson singlehandedly brought back the small scoring guard? In a draft with 3-5 shorter players surely going in the top 10, we take a look at how New York's King is already impacting the NBA's future! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices