First Things First

(0:00) Nuggets take Game 6, MVP announcement, Must-Win For Knicks?

(23:08) Caleb Williams tried to avoid Bears in ’24 Draft

(33:33) Title Pie

(44:34) Weird and Wonderful

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Kevin Wildes tells the story of the time he tried too hard in tennis and it made him be a worse player. He relates his own experience to Mitchell Robinson not caring about the ‘haters’. Wildes also sprinkles in his new catchphrase throughout.

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(00:00) Celtics defeat Knicks in Game 5, what did Boston prove?

(19:39) Brou reveals who's under duress this week

(34:46) Should Ravens be happy for Week 1 vs. Bills?

(43:18) Weird and Wonderful

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Nick Wright, Chris Broussard & Kevin Wildes address the media following the Tuesday, May 14th edition of First Things First. Nick calls out Brou for creating a ‘bad’ fake-trade scenario for the Mavs & KD. Wildes stirs the pot. Vote in the comments.

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(00:00) Biggest takeaway from Nuggets-Thunder Game 5 & what's next for Cavs?

(25:08) Are the Chiefs officially America's team?

(35:49) Greg Jennings on Trey Hendrickson's contract dispute

(44:02) Weird and Wonderful

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(00:00) Jayson Tatum injures leg during Game 4 vs. Knicks

(21:04) Mavericks win 2025 NBA Draft Lottery

(33:42) Fox has Week 16 doubleheader

(44:20) Weird & Wonderful

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(00:00) Potential trade destinations for Giannis

(24:07) More likely to repeat '24 season: Dallas or Philly?

(32:03) Did Game 3 of Celtics-Knicks prove the first two were flukes?

(40:26) Brou gives up on his Cavs

(45:31) Nick's 10 most interesting storylines of 2025 NFL season

(01:01:43) Chances GS can even series?

(01:18:07) Who ya got in Game 4: NY or Boston?

(01:29:52) Where do you want to see Cooper Flagg go?

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Kevin Wildes tells the story of the time he bought his wife a standing paddle board. He also recounts his first time going out on the bay in Long Island to use the paddle board. Wildes brings it all together to explain why Jayson Tatum & the Celtics need to make a small tweak.

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(00:00) Surprised by Jimmy’s performance and reaction to Draymond saying “agenda to keep making me look like an angry black man is crazy”

(23:58) Jayson Tatum says Celtics can’t waver from identity

(32:59)Report: Bill Belichick’s GF no longer in UNC football facilities

(42:35) Timberwolves dominate Game 2

(46:14) Title Pie

(01:01:44) Can Warriors survive until Curry returns?

(01:07:03) Brou worried about his Cavs?

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(00:00) Is the Celtics’ loss on Tatum?

(23:56) Did OKC take control of the series?

(29:32) Buying Golden State can win tonight?

(39:48) Should the Dolphins cut ties with Tyreek Hill?

(45:12) Brou reveals who’s under duress on this week’s BUD List

(01:06:45) Nick's Top WR Duos in NFL

(01:22:06) Chances Celtics can still win the series?

(01:30:41) O/U 24.5 PTS for Jimmy Butler tonight

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(00:00) Can Warriors win series without Curry?

(24:31) Cowboys trade for George Pickens

(32:31) How can Timberwolves win Game 2?

(40:24) Is Tyrese Haliburton making i into Club Superstar?

(45:23) Nick's NBA Tiers for Round 2 of the Playoffs

(01:05:59) Will Dak be back in the MVP race with Pickens?

(01:21:51) Browns announce Shedeur will wear No. 12, something or nothing?

(01:30:33) Can Boston bounce back in Game 2?

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(00:00) Bigger story: Knicks comeback or Celtics collapse?

(24:46) Minnesota deserve to be series favorites?

(32:18) Is Brou concerned about his Cavs?

(39:43) What's the guys make of Jayson Tatum last night?

(47:59) Nick's Round 2 King of the Hill

(01:04:40) Do the Nuggets have a chance at upsetting the Thunder?

(01:22:52) Will Steph or Ant be better in this series?

(01:30:50) Will Cleveland even the series tonight?

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Kevin Wildes breaks down the latest discourse in the sports world featuring America’s sports dads. He tells the stories of Deion & Shedeur Sanders, Tyrese & John Haliburton, Jeff & Jax Ulbrich, Stan & Kevin Love, and Wildes' own experiences with fatherhood.

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(00:00) Can Warriors upset Timberwolves and takeaways from another Harden playoff loss

(24:01) Any chance LeBron leaves LA?

(30:37) Boston deserve to be 9-pt favorites?

(40:49) Are the Cavs in trouble after losing Game 1 to Pacers?

(45:02) What did Golden State prove last night?

(01:05:18) How does Justin Herbert rank among other QBs?

(01:20:57) Can Nuggets win series vs. Thunder

(01:30:37) Palou on track for first Indy win?

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What NBA teams have the best chances to win it all this year according to Nick Wright? Listen and find out!

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(00:00) What did Jalen Brunson prove in win? Can Knicks upset Celtics? / Gregg Popovich steps down as Spurs coach

(24:49) Report: LeBron James could sign with another team this summer

(33:26) Is Chiefs vs Bills the current best NFL rivalry?

(38:56) Like how Shedeur Sanders is talking right now?

(44:40) Nick's NBA Title Pie

(1:03:26) Clippers win game 6 over Nuggets / Can Lakers compete next season?

(1:19:45) Who wins: Rockets or Warriors?

(1:26:58) Who wins: Clippers or Nuggets?

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Who does Chris Broussard believe is under duress this week? Check out the latest BUD List to find out!

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(00:00) T-Wolves eliminate Lakers from playoffs

(24:19) Reaction to Rockets win over Warriors

(31:52) LeBron James speaks on playing basketball without a Center

(37:30) Impressed with Anthony Edwards despite off shooting night?

(42:56) BUD List

(59:02) What does another R1 exit mean for LeBron? / How do you view Luka Doncic after this?

(1:17:46) How much is JJ Redick to blame for Lakers elimination?

(1:27:01) Knicks vs Pistons

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Time for a new edition of Nick Wright's NBA Playoff Tiers. What does Nick think of the best remaining teams in the NBA? Listen and find out!

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(00:00) Pacers eliminate Bucks / Knicks lose to Pistons

(23:09) Biggest takeaway from Nuggets defeating Clippers in game 5?

(30:43) Reaction to JJ Redick's latest quote

(37:08) Chiefs have 3rd best odds to win AFC

(41:46) Nick’s NBA Tiers

(1:00:36) Concerned about Bill Belichick at all?

(1:19:38) What’s at stake for Luka Doncic and the Lakers tonight?

(1:25:06) Will the Warriors close out the series tonight?

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How does Nick Wright's NBA King of the Hill end up this week? Who is playing well right now? Listen to find out!

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(00:00) Warriors up 3-1 on Rockets / How many other people would have traded Luka Doncic?

(23:56) Have the Bills done enough to help Josh Allen?

(33:22) Do the Cowboys need to add another impact WR?

(38:56) What did the Cavs prove in sweeping the Heat?

(42:42) NBA King of the Hill

(1:02:12) Chances that Shedeur Sanders is the Browns week 1 starter?

(1:18:56) Is Draymond Green underrated?

(1:26:41) Who wins: Clippers or Nuggets?

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Kevin Wildes reacts to the 2025 NFL Draft and breaks down why enthusiasm is a key factor in getting drafted. He also tells the story of why it’s important to be a thermostat rather than a thermometer.

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(00:00) Lakers lose game 4 to T-Wolves. Is it over for LeBron James and LA down 3-1? / Damian Lillard torn Achilles

(24:35) Surprised Shedeur Sanders fell this far in the NFL Draft?

(37:01) Surprised Steph Curry is still playing at this level?

(43:11) Knicks defeat Pistons / Thunder sweep Grizzlies

(54:17) Can Shedeur Sanders start for the Browns as a rookie?

(1:11:15) Celtics lead Magic 3-1

(1:17:26) Ready to move off the Lakers Finals pick?

(1:22:33) Rockets vs Warriors tonight

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Bruce Arena joins the show! Alexi Lalas and David Mosse welcome the legendary coach to discuss his time with the San Jose Earthquakes and share his thoughts on U.S. Soccer and the current USMNT roster. Speaking of our National team, Christian Pulisic and Yunus Musah continue their push for the Coppa Italia with AC Milan and prepare for a clash with fellow American Gianluca Busio and Venezia. Chris Richards is set for a big FA Cup semifinal against Aston Villa, while Brenden Aaronson and Leeds book their Premier League promotion following Burnley’s win over Sheffield United. Also this week, the CONCACAF Champions Cup semifinals continue as Vancouver gets ready to host Lionel Messi and company on Thursday. To close out the show, Alexi and Mosse explore Cristiano Ronaldo Jr.'s potential international future, compare current MLS talent to Peter Nowak’s era, and the art of the deal with Away Days.

Bruce Arena joins the Pod (6:39)

USMNT Abroad (33:32)

CONCACAF Champions Cup/MLS Preview (44:53)

#AskAlexi: Ronaldo Jr., MLS talent vs Peter Nowak (51:56)

One for the Road (61:25)

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The Jaguars gave up a lot to trade with the Browns in order to draft Travis Hunter. The team plans on letting him play offense and defense. Is there any chance he can make history and win OROY and DROY?

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(00:00) Shedeur Sanders falls out of 1st round / Jaguars trade up for Travis Hunter

(24:09) Like how the Giants handled the 1st round?

(32:03) Cowboys draft guard Tyler Booker

(39:28) What happens with Shedeur? / Steelers draft DT instead of QB in 1st round / Raiders draft Ashton Jeanty

(1:00:36) NBA Fast Break

(1:16:00) Is it possible that Travis Hunter wins OROY and DROY?

(1:22:38) Who wins: Lakers or Timberwolves

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Who does Chris Broussard believe is under duress this week? Check out the latest BUD List to find out!

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(00:00) Nick’s Mock Draft 3.0 Picks #1-9 announced by special guest Andrew Siciliano

(19:47) Picks #10-16

(35:08) How bad is Jimmy Butler’s injury?

(40:39) Picks #17-24

(59:25) Picks #25-32

(1:16:37) BUD LIST

(1:26:56) Final thoughts

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Time for a new edition of Nick Wright's NBA Playoff Tiers. What does Nick think of the best remaining teams in the NBA? Listen and find out!

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(00:00) Lakers tie series with T-Wolves / How bad is Jayson Tatum's injury?

(23:44) Jerry Jones say the Cowboys are working on trades

(31:18) Could a disappointing end to the Bucks season lead to a Giannis Antetokounmpo trade?

(38:25) Who wins: Warriors or Rockets?

(43:40) Nick's NBA Playoff Tiers

(1:04:28) NFL assistant coach says he was not a fan of Shedeur Sanders' interview

(1:17:54) Like how LeBron James played in game 2?

(1:23:52) How much will Steph Curry score tonight?

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How does Nick Wright's NBA King of the Hill end up this week? Who is playing well right now? Listen to find out!

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(00:00) Kawhi Leonard carries Clippers to win over Nuggets / Are the Knicks in trouble?

(24:27) Could the Browns or Giants trade down in the draft?

(33:18) Nico Harrison's latest Luka Doncic quote

(38:10) What are expectations for LeBron James tonight?

(43:17) NBA King of the Hill

(1:01:49) Should Titans be worried about Cam Ward? / Are the Steelers the best landing spot for Shedeur Sanders?

(1:19:14) Who wins tonight: T-Wolves or Lakers?

(1:24:10) Bucks vs Pacers

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Kevin Wildes tells the story of his trip to Acadia National Park and the time he got career advice. He uses that to break down how the Celtics are so good, they're underrated. Finally, he insists on why you should get a recliner.

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(00:00) How worried should LeBron James and Lakers be after game 1 loss? / Thunder win big over Grizzlies. How good is OKC?

(23:22) Are the Rockets in trouble against the Warriors?

(35:37) Biggest takeaway from Nuggets game 1 win over Clippers?

(42:24) Can the Timberwolves eliminate the Lakers in a series with this version of Anthony Edwards?

(52:50) What did the Knicks prove in a win over the Pistons?

(1:00:29) Damian Lillard's impact on Bucks / Did Celtics Big 3 play well enough in win over Magic?

(1:16:44) Can Steph Curry lead the Warriors on a run?

(1:21:02) Who wins: Clippers or Nuggets

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What NBA teams have the best chances to win it all this year according to Nick Wright? Listen and find out!

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(00:00) Would title this season mean more for LeBron James or Luka Doncic? / Should LA be scared of Anthony Edwards?

(22:16) Are people over-thinking Shedeur Sanders as a prospect?

(30:44) More to gain tonight: Anthony Davis or Ja Morant?

(34:42) Steelers a better team with or without Aaron Rodgers?

(46:17) Nick's NBA Title Pie

(1:02:00) NBA Must-Win Weekend

(1:18:17) What would another 1st round exit mean for Giannis Antetokounmpo and the Bucks?

(1:21:49) Mavs vs Grizzlies

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(00:00) Aaron Rodgers' latest quote / Puka Nacua has thoughts on Brock Purdy getting paid by the 49ers

(23:07) Anthony Edwards: "I love the fact that everybody wants the Lakers to win"

(29:31) Damian Lillard's return make the Bucks a different team?

(36:49) Ashton Jeanty makes a case for why teams should draft him high

(44:21) BUD List

(1:05:00) More Aaron Rodgers talk

(1:18:08) What would a 1st round exit mean for the Warriors?

(1:23:08) Patrick Mahomes and Travis Kelce's steakhouse

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Time for a new edition of Nick Wright's NBA Playoff Tiers. What does Nick think of the best remaining teams in the NBA? Listen and find out!

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(00:00) Warriors defeat Grizzlies / Playoff Jimmy Butler / Trae Young

(21:29) Travis Hunter has strong opinions about playing both sides of the ball in the NFL

(33:10) Celtics have any reason to be concerned vs Magic?

(37:32) Grizzlies fall to Warriors

(41:51) Nick's NBA Playoff Tiers

(1:02:49) NFL Over and Unders

(1:18:14) Who wins series: Warriors or Rockets?

(1:24:53) Who wins: Mavs or Kings?

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How does Nick Wright's NBA King of the Hill end up this week? Who is playing well right now? Listen to find out!

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(00:00) Grizzlies at Warriors preview

(21:32) Brou's official NBA MVP ballot and All-Star teams

(34:33) Could the Giants draft Shedeur Sanders at 3?

(42:07) Kevin O'Connell speaks on his QB J.J. McCarthy

(52:42) NBA King of the Hill

(1:04:05) Joel Klatt stops by to talk NFL draft

(1:20:32) Brou reveals the rest of his NBA awards voting

(1:27:08) Who wins: Grizzlies or Warriors?

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Kevin Wildes tells three inspirational stories that helped shape his life. He also explains why Travis Hunter should play both sides of the ball in the NFL.

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(00:00) Warriors fall to Clippers. Worried about GS? How far can LA go in the playoffs?

(23:05) Lakers on upset alert vs T-Wolves?

(31:46) LeBron James warms up shirtless and Isiah Thomas has thoughts

(37:01) Should Nikola Jokic win MVP?

(42:16) Nick's 1st round NFL Mock draft 2.0

(1:05:28) NFL Over and Unders

(1:20:56) Nuggets defeat Rockets

(1:24:15) Masters talk

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What NBA teams have the best chances to win it all this year according to Nick Wright? Listen and find out!

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(00:00) Which team is the greatest threat to the Lakers in the 1st round? / Anthony Edwards and Ja Morant talk

(24:24) Can Giannis Antetokounmpo take the Bucks on a playoff run?

(31:36) Joe Flacco signs with the Browns. What does this mean for Cleveland drafting a QB like Shedeur Sanders?

(36:52) Abdul Carter posts a picture of Giants legend Lawrence Taylor on social media

(41:20) Nick's NBA Title Pie

(1:00:52) NFL Over and Unders

(1:19:08) Should LeBron James win clutch player of the year?

(1:24:24) Final thoughts

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Who does Chris Broussard believe is under duress this week? Check out the latest BUD List to find out! Plus listen to Wildes' rant about Jason Kidd comparing Luka Doncic to Babe Ruth.

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(00:00) Luka Doncic's return to Dallas / Warriors playoff picture

(22:44) Nikola Jokic says the Nuggets will be motivated ahead of the playoffs despite the firing of HC Michael Malone

(31:36) Brock Purdy or Caleb Williams under more pressure in 2025?

(38:30) T. J. Watt has a cryptic social media post. Should Steelers fans be worried?

(41:49) BUD List

(1:00:56) NFL Over and Unders

(1:16:52) How scary are the Lakers?

(1:24:06) Knicks vs Pistons tonight

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Time for a new edition of Nick Wright's NBA Tiers. What does Nick think of the best teams in the NBA? Listen and find out!

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