First Take S19E148 - Joker's Wild, Playoff Payoff

Stephen A. Smith, Christopher "Mad Dog" Russo, and Jay Williams recap the Timberwolves and Nuggets game. Additionally, the crew debates whether Jokic should win the MVP award. Then, Monica McNutt makes an appearance to talk about the Warriors and if they can make it to the Finals. Peter Schrager joins the show to discuss the NFL.

The crew talks about the NBA Playoffs and which star is most important to their team. Monica McNutt breaks down the NCAA Women's Tournament. Then, the crew talks about Draymond Green and his thoughts on how the past eras of the NBA don't respect the current one. Mad Dog tells us what he's mad about this week.