Hour 2: Biggest Concern with Knicks?

About this episode

The episode discusses the Knicks' playoff performance, the Chiefs' draft strategy, and Mad Dog's opinions on various sports topics.

First Take resumes with Knicks concern. After another all time playoff choke, can the Hawks take control of this tightly contested series? Or, will the power of clutch propel Jalen Brunson to a road win in Atlanta??? (0:00) Then, Louis Riddick thinks the Chiefs must nail this draft if they want to extend Mahomes prime! (13:15) Next, Mad Dog is MAD about Quinn Ellis, golf crowds, and the Jerry West Documentary. (22:50) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

People in this episode

Hosts: Stephen A. Smith, Shae Cornette

Guests: Louis Riddick, Mad Dog

Topics covered

• NBA playoffs
• New York Knicks
• Kansas City Chiefs
• NFL draft
• golf
• sports commentary

Keywords

• Knicks
• Hawks
• Jalen Brunson
• Louis Riddick
• NFL draft
• Mad Dog
• Jerry West

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Chiefs, Hawks

Books & works: Jerry West Documentary

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