Best Guard Up Knicks Podcasts (2025)

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Ep 186 Knicks vs Pacers Game 4 Postgame Live! 1:31:26

26d ago1:31:26

1:31:26

The GUK family talk about the Eastern Conference Finals matchup vs the Pacers! Remember to Like, Share, and Subscribe! Follow us on Twitter: @GuardUpKnicks @ApolloReed @AndreJalil @GUKRick @regularjoe1084 Follow us on IG: @GuardUpKnicks @theeapollo122 @AndreJalil @Rick_D_Rula_GUK @regularjoe1084 Add us on Facebook: Guard Up Knicks…

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Hour 2: Huge Stakes for Game 7! 48:14

2d ago48:14

48:14

First Take live from Fanatics Fest in NYC continues as the debate rages on surrounding Sunday's Game 7 of the NBA Finals! Plus a discussion surrounding LeBron's comment on 'Ring Culture.' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

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Hour 1: Fanatics Fest! 52:22

2d ago52:22

52:22

First Take is LIVE from Fanatics Fest in New York City! Stephen A. Smith is joined by a surplus of amazing guests including NBA legend Tracy McGrady! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

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Hour 2: Final Finish? 48:21

3d ago48:21

48:21

First Take continues as the crew discusses what will be the main takeaway from the NBA Finals if the Thunder close things out tonight! 3-Time Nascar Cup Series Champion Joey Logano joins the show and Joe Fortenbaugh provides his Best Bets! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 1: L.A. Story 52:15

3d ago52:15

52:15

Stephen A. Smith and the First Take crew return to talk the groundbreaking sale of the Lakers by the Buss Family to Dodgers owner Mark Walter! What does it mean for the Lakers franchise? Plus, Game 6 of the NBA Finals is tonight! Are the Pacers better off if they decide to sit Tyrese Haliburton? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice…

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Desmond Bane on Being Traded to the Magic, Defending Memphis After Stephen A.'s Comments, and the NBA Finals 26:57

3d ago26:57

26:57

On this week's episode, the newest member of the Orlando Magic joins us! Desmond Bane discusses his trade from the Memphis Grizzlies to the Magic and what he's looking forward to the most about playing Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner. He also shares his thoughts about Memphis in reaction to ESPN's Stephen A. Smith's recent comments about the city a…

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Hour 2: Tricks of The Trade 48:30

4d ago48:30

48:30

Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt and Chris Russo are back on First Take to continue to talk Kevin Durant as we get closer to figuring out his next destination! Out of the Rocket, Spurs and Heat who is more likely to obtain him? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

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Hour 1: Life In The W 52:04

4d ago52:04

52:04

First Take is back to preview Game 6 of the NBA Finals as the Thunder attempt to clinch their first NBA title! Plus a discussion surrounding the scuffle in the Fever-Sun game as well as Lebron's statement on "ring culture" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

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Hour 2: Off The Pace 47:07

5d ago47:07

47:07

Stephen A. Smith, Jay Williams and Kendrick Perkins continue to talk NBA Finals and who on Indiana should shoulder most of the blame for the Game 5 loss Plus, a debate surrounding if it's appropriate to compare Jalen Williams to Scottie Pippen! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 1: Colossal Mistake? 52:30

5d ago52:30

52:30

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Markieff and Marcus Morris to breakdown a Game 5 Thunder victory over the Pacers! How great is the SGA-JDub dymanic duo? Was it a mistake for Tyrese Haliburton to keep playing through his injury? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

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Hour 2: What's At Stake? 47:45

6d ago47:45

47:45

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Jay Williams, Brian Windhorst and JB Bickerstaff to discuss what's on the line for Game 5 of the NBA Finals! Plus, an update on the Giannis rumors as we get closer to learning if he will be putting on a new uniform next season? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 1: Tricks of The Trade 52:34

6d ago52:34

52:34

Get ready for this Monday edition of First Take as Stephen A. Smith and the crew breakdown the first block buster trade of the Summer between Orlando and Memphis! Plus, a discussion surrounding the preferred destinations of Kevin Durant Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 1: Knicks In The Mix 52:32

9d ago52:32

52:32

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Udonis Haslem and Joe Fortenbaugh to preview Game 4 of the NBA Finals and what it's going to take for OKC to even up the series tonight! Plus, what if the Knicks added Kevin Durant via trade? Would it make them favorites to win it all? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 2: Growing Pains 47:50

9d ago47:50

47:50

LOTS on the table today as Stephen A. Smith and the crew go over how we will view SGA if OKC cannot comeback this Finals. Also, an evaluation of the expectations for the Dallas Cowboys as they attempt to get back to the playoffs this season! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 2: Pure Magic! 33:22

10d ago33:22

33:22

The First Take Crew returns for more Aaron Rodgers and Kevin Durant related discussion! Laker legend Magic Johnson joins the debate as well to give his input on how KD should approach the offseason! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

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Hour 1: Suns Setting? 1:07:15

10d ago1:07:15

1:07:15

Stephen A. Smith, Marcus and Markieff Morris and Jay Williams talk about the newest chapter in the Kevin Durant saga as another trade involving KD seems to be in the works. Plus more discussion surrounding Aaron Rodgers and the Steelers Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 2: New York Vacancy 48:36

10d ago48:36

48:36

Stephen A. Smith and the First Take crew discuss the New York Knicks coaching vacancy and where they should turn after their requests to interview 3 current head coaches were denied. Plus, Coco Gauff joins the show to discuss her French Open victory! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 1: Steel of The Offseason 51:55

10d ago51:55

51:55

Stephen A. Smith and the First Take crew are BACK to talk more regarding the effect of the Aaron Rodgers signing on the Steelers! Plus, a preview of tonight's chapter of the NBA Finals and what it will take for both the Thunder and Pacers to win Game 3. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Tracy McGrady & Bun B Take Us Through Their Legendary NBA and Hip-Hop Careers 1:19:50

10d ago1:19:50

1:19:50

On this week’s episode we welcome two Houston icons: NBA legend Tracy McGrady and rap legend Bun B. They open the conversation with Bun B sharing the story of starting his extremely successful burger restaurant, Trill Burgers, and the importance of his relationships from the music industry. Then T-Mac shares why he was drawn to Houston and then tak…

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Hour 2: Capture The Flagg 48:34

12d ago48:34

48:34

Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst and Markieff Morris talk the Cooper Flagg visit with Dallas and if we should still consider it safe that he will be a Maverick following the conclusion of the NBA Draft! Plus, Fanatics CEO Michael Rubin joins the show to discuss Fanatics Fest returning to NYC this month! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podc…

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Hour 1: The X-Factor 52:01

12d ago52:01

52:01

Stephen A. Smith, Markieff Morris and Brian Windhorst discuss the biggest X-Factor of Game 3 of the NBA Finals! Plus, the guys address the rumors of Jason Kidd potentially coaching the Knicks next season after it was reported the sides had mutual interest Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 2: Shai Butter 47:35

13d ago47:35

47:35

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Jay Williams and Kendrick Perkins to discuss if Game 2 proved that Oklahoma City is a better team than Indiana. Additionally, a discussion regarding Tyrese Haliburton's approach to this series thus far and what needs to change Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 1: Coach Approach 53:01

13d ago53:01

53:01

Stephen A. Smith along with Marcus and Markieff Morris discuss which coaching job is more appealing between the Mavericks and Knicks. Plus, how can the Pacers slow down SGA after the Thunder dominated Game 2 of the NBA Finals to even the series at 1-1 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 2: Rodger That! 45:53

16d ago45:53

45:53

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Brian Windhorst, Kendrick Perkins, Ryan Clark and more for Hour 2 of this Friday's First Take! The guys continue to breakdown the thrilling start to the NBA Finals and debate what the ceiling is for the Pittsburgh Steelers and Aaron Rodgers! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 1: Control The Pace! 50:15

16d ago50:15

50:15

Stephen A. Smith, Marcus and Markieff Morris and Ryan Clark join First Take to break down the latest this Friday! Does the view of Tyrese Haliburton change after his game winner in Game 1 of the NBA Finals? What does Rodgers to the Steelers mean for Pittsburgh? All that and more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 2: Starry Night 47:54

17d ago47:54

47:54

Stephen A. Smith, Jay Williams and Brian Windhorst discuss Adam Silver's reveal that nex t year's NBA All Star Game will feature Team USA vs Team World! Plus, Sean O'Malley joins the show to talk UFC 316 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

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Hour 1: Coach Approach 51:02

17d ago51:02

51:02

Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt and Jay Williams discuss the current state of the NBA, the new coaching hire by the Phoenix Suns as well as a preview of the upcoming NBA Finals starting tonight! Plus, PK Subban joins the show to talk what happened in Game 1 of the Stanley Cup Final! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoic…

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Nicolas Batum on Reviving His Career, Guarding Prime Kobe, Melo, and LeBron, and the NBA Finals. Plus, Cam Johnson Talks Thibs and the Finals 1:24:07

17d ago1:24:07

1:24:07

On this week’s episode we welcome Nicolas Batum of the Los Angeles Clippers and Cam Johnson of the Brooklyn Nets. Cam joins at the start of the episode to discuss the New York Knicks firing head coach Tom Thibodeau and his thoughts on the NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and Indiana Pacers. Then, Batum joins the show to preview the Fina…

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Hour 2: Knicked Up 45:55

18d ago45:55

45:55

Stephen A. Smith, Chris Russo and Brian Windhorst continue to discuss New York's new coaching search as the Knicks let go of Tom Thibodeau after 5 seasons Plus, Mark Kriegel joins the show after releasing his new book 'Baddest Man: The Making of Mike Tyson' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 1: Tomfoolery 50:30

18d ago50:30

50:30

Stephen A. Smith, Chris Russo and Jay Williams to breakdown the Knicks firing of Tom Thibodeau and where the organization needs to pivot from here JB Bickerstaff also joins the show to discuss if NBA Coaches are treated unfairly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

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Hour 2: Candace Parker Joins The Show! 46:06

19d ago46:06

46:06

Stephen A. Smith, Chiney Ogwumike and Chris Canty welcome special guest Candace Parker who talks about her new book 'The Can-Do Mindset.' Additionally, Parker provides her hot takes regarding the NBA Finals and crew discusses what a Finals victory would mean for the legacy of SGA! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 1: Finals Phenoms 50:24

19d ago50:24

50:24

Stephen A. Smith, Chiney Ogwumike and Chris Canty continue to preview the NBA Finals! The crew goes over what stands out most regarding the upcoming matchup as well as who is the most important player in the series. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

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Hour 2: On Guard 46:51

20d ago46:51

46:51

Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt and Jay Williams preview the upcoming NBA Finals between the Pacers and Thunder! The crew goes in depth with the guard matchup and how key guards will be in determining this series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

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Hour 1: Big Apple Crumble 50:15

20d ago50:15

50:15

Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt and Jay Williams arrive on First Take to discuss what went wrong with the Knicks as they fall to the Indiana Pacers in 6 games. The crew goes over what stood out the most in Game 6 and if it's fair to say the Knicks underachieved as a whole this season. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adcho…

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The Monthly 10 From the Land Episode 4 - A Long 10 is here as the Guys are talking MI-8, Guards, sad Cavs, Crows, Wallen, Browns OTAs, In Memorium, fading late night, flying cars and dumb days 1:44:34

20d ago1:44:34

1:44:34

Long movie, long album… really long pod. Gerber, Danko and Chuck are back for another monthly show to say goodbye to May and welcome in June. The Guys start the 10 at the top with a look at the final (maybe?) Mission Impossible Movie – MI-8 the Final Reckoning- and talk for quite a while about Tom Cruise running, the history of the franchise, cameo…

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Hour 2: Words Hurt 47:56

23d ago47:56

47:56

Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst and Jay Williams go over the stand out quote from Anthony Edwards where he says their series loss to OKC "didn't hurt." Plus, the guys make their picks regarding if the Knicks are able to force a Game 7 on Monday against Indiana Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 1: Super Saturday 48:39

23d ago48:39

48:39

Stephen A. Smith, Brian Windhorst and Jay Williams breakdown the Knicks HUGE Game 5 win to save their season last night and tee up what will be an eventful Game 6 on Saturday in Indiana The guys go over what happened to Tyrese Haliburton after he scored just 8 points, by far his lowest total of the series Learn more about your ad choices. Visit pod…

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Hour 2: Rolling Thunder 47:14

24d ago47:14

47:14

Stephen A. Smith, Michael Wilbon, Monica McNutt and Jay Williams give the Thunder their due praise after advancing to the NBA Finals! Additionally, the crew goes over if either the Knicks of Pacers are capable of taking down OKC. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy ESPN, Stephen A. Smith, Molly Qerim Rose

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Hour 1: Wolves Tamed 49:26

24d ago49:26

49:26

Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt, Jay Williams, Brian Windhorst and Michael Wilbon review Oklahoma City's series clinching win over the Timberwolves to advance to the NBA Finals! Is it time to revisit the 'stock' of Anthony Edwards? All that and more? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Bomani Jones, Stavvy, and Trey Murphy III | The Most Eclectic Basketball Podcast Ever Recorded 59:43

24d ago59:43

59:43

On this week's episode we assembled a crew that you just need to hear to believe: the legendary Bomani Jones, comedian Stavros Halkias, and Trey Murphy III of the New Orleans Pelicans. The crew discusses NBA topics such as who can be the face of the league and the changing of the guard with young superstars, what changes need to be made to the leag…

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Hour 2: Coach Approach 46:29

25d ago46:29

46:29

Stephen A. Smith, Chris Russo and Jay Williams continue to talk Knicks - Pacers as the guys ask if Tom Thibodeau is coaching himself out of a job. Additionally, more Rodgers-Steelers talk and of course Mad Dog tells you what's making him mad today! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 1: On Guard 50:01

25d ago50:01

50:01

Stephen A. Smith, Chris Russo and Jay Williams are back on First Take to review the stellar performance by the Indiana Pacers in their Game 4 win over the Knicks to go up 3-1 Plus, a review of the Haliburton -Super Star debate, and it's safe to stay Stephen A. still has his mind made up Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adc…

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Hour 2: Leader Of The Pack 46:07

26d ago46:07

46:07

Hour 2: Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins and the Morris Twins continue their NBA discussion here on First Take! After praising Anthony Edwards a lot of late, the guys discuss if they awarded him the crown too early after his Western Conference struggles. Additionally, the crew debates who wins first at home between the Knicks and Pacers. Learn mo…

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Hour 1: Bringing The Thunder 50:48

26d ago50:48

50:48

Hour 1: Stephen A. Smith, Kendrick Perkins and both Markieff and Marcus Morris join First Take to discuss the NBA Conference Finals! The guys debate what it would take to derail the Thunder as well as if the Knicks should go back to Mitchell Robinson in the starting lineup for Game 4. Plus, Ryan Clark joins the show to talk NFL! Learn more about yo…

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Hour 2: Knicks in the Mix 45:54

27d ago45:54

45:54

Hour 2: Stephen A. Smith along with the Morris twins continue to talk the latest surrounding the NBA Conference Finals! The crew goes over if Anthony Edwards is able to lead Minnesota to a win tonight and even the WC at 2-2. Plus, the Knicks are back in the mix and the guys go over Jalen Brunson's impact on the series. Learn more about your ad choi…

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Hour 1: Time To Worry? 50:57

27d ago50:57

50:57

Hour 1: Stephen A. Smith along with Marcus and Markieff Morris breakdown the massive Knicks Game 3 victory last night over the Indiana Pacers. The guys discuss if the Pacers should begin to worry as well if Tom Thibodeau should be under fire if New York is not able to complete the full comeback. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoice…

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Hour 2: Strong Words 46:25

1M ago46:25

46:25

Hour 2: Stephen A. Smith, Michael Wilbon and Kendrick Perkins discuss the level of stardom that Tyrese Haliburton is currently at following his Game 1 heroics on Wednesday. Additionally, the GOAT debate makes a return as well as the question of who would you rather have in the final seconds - Jalen Brunson or Haliburton? Learn more about your ad ch…

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Hour 1: The Real MVP 50:36

1M ago50:36

50:36

Hour 1: Stephen A. Smith, Michael Wilbon and Jay Williams break down the big win by the Thunder in Game 2 of the Western Conference Finals led by MVP SGA! Plus, the guys discuss what the Knicks have to do in order to save their season Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices…

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Hour 2: New York Nixed 47:42

1M ago47:42

47:42

Hour 2: Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt and Jay Williams continue to go over the stunning collapse by the New York Knicks last night. Is Indiana's pace too much for the Knicks to handle? Should there still be good confidence the Knicks can win the series? Plus another 'Stephen's A List!' Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad…

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Hour 1: Set The Pace 48:51

1M ago48:51

48:51

Hour 1: Stephen A. Smith, Monica McNutt and Jay Williams break down the absurd Indiana Pacer comeback victory over the Knicks in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference Finals! The crew discusses who is to blame for the Knicks collapse and if it's time to consider Tyrese Haliburton a superstar. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/ad…

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