Hour 1: Is Defense First LeBron the Best for the Lakers Titles Hopes?
First Take
ESPN Radio
4.0 • 5.7K Ratings
🗓️ 24 March 2026
⏱️ ? minutes
Summary
First Take begins with the next version of LeBron. This time, he brings a defense first mindset to a high powered, offensively driven Lakers team. Is this the best formula for a shot at the title? (0:00) Then, do you agree with Josh Hart? Is criticizing Mikal Bridges unfair? (28:15)
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