First Take

First Take is always a heated discussion as Stephen A. Smith, Max Kellerman and guests debate about the day's top stories.

Author: ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

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: Which Head Coach Would You Want in the East Region?
Thursday, 19 March, 2026

First Take resumes with legendary head coaches. Would you rather have Izzo, Hurley, Pitino, or Bill Self in the NCAA Tournament? (0:00) Then, Windy and Stephen A. rhapsodize over the advisory council partially formed by Tom Brady and Dwyane Wade to council athletes in financial literacy. (14:40) Next, Joe FortenBets picks 5 first round upsets on the Men's side! (25:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices