Stephen A. Smith is back in studio and he's joined by Shannon Sharpe and Andraya Carter to discuss how important tonight's Iowa-LSU matchup is for Caitlin Clark's legacy. Stephen A. and Shannon also react to breaking news that 76ers' superstar center Joel Embiid is expected to play this week after missing a couple months due to injury. The duo also debates whether or not this season's will be the Lakers' last dance with LeBron James. Basketball analyst Jay Williams joins the show to debate how impressive North Carolina State's win over Duke was to make their Final Four appearance.
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Hour 1: LeBron's Longevity

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Stephen A. Smith is joined by Andraya Carter and TIm Legler to discuss the latest in the NBA playoffs. The crew reacts to the Clippers' 30-point loss to the Mavericks last night in Game 5 of their series. They also discuss the NBA's report that Tyrese Maxey traveled during his four-point play to help propel the 76ers over the Knicks on Tuesday. The crew also debates the Suns' plans to bring their starting five next season after being swept by the Timberwolves. They also debate whether or not the Celtics will be challenged in the Eastern Conference playoffs as they try to return to the NBA Finals.
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Hour 1: Same Old Clippers?

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith and Chris "Mad Dog" Russo debate if the Knicks are in danger of losing their series to the 76ers and Shannon Sharpe makes a surprise phone call into the show to tell Stephen A. "I told you so". Andraya Carter joins us to debate which star is most likely to win another title: LeBron, KD, or Steph? And, who is closer to being the new face of the NBA: Anthony Edwards or Nikola Jokić? It's Wednesday so you know Mad Dog has been waiting to tell us what he's mad about this week.
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Hour 2: Ring Chasing

In this episode, Stephen A. Smith, Chris "Mad Dog" Russo, and Andraya Carter react to last night's wild ending to the Knicks-76ers game and debate if Philly stole Game 5 or if the Knicks gave it away. Plus, the crew debates how concerning Kristaps Porzingis' injury is for the Celtics. Louis Riddick joins the show to tell us which team has the better QB situation this season: the Steelers or the Bears? We react to Mike Trout's surgery update and decide if the Clippers or the Mavs would be a bigger disappointment for losing their tied-up series.
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Hour 1: New York Nixed?

Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe are joined by Brian Windhorst to discuss the futures of Stephen Curry, Kevin Durant and LeBron James. Stephen A. and Shannon also debate which first-round exit would be more disappointing; the 76ers or Bucks? Stephen A. gives us an A-List on the top 5 reasons why Michael Jordan is the NBA's G.O.A.T., and the dynamic duo discuss Jake Paul's fight against Mike Tyson being sanctioned as an official match.
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Hour 2: End of an Era?

Stephen A. Smith is joined by Shannon Sharpe and Brian Windhorst to debate if LeBron James wants out of Los Angeles after the Lakers were eliminated by the Nuggets last night. They also dive into Darvin Ham's future as the Lakers' head coach. The crew discusses Kristaps Porzingis's injury that could impact the Celtics' possible title run. Lastly, they look ahead at the Western Conference Semi-Finals matchup between the Timberwolves and Nuggets.
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Hour 1: LeBron's Longevity

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