Stephen A. and Max react to Rockets defeating Warriors in Game 5 | First Take | ESPN 

*Did the Rockets win or did the Warriors lose?* Westbrook voice: “WHAT?” 🤨😂🤣

KD doesn't like distress! It's the reason he joined the Warriors. He doesn't want competition, he wants easy wins.

When Durant finnaly has competetion even on a loaded team..he folds under pressure just like he did when ran away from okc

CP3, Eric Gordon and P.J. Tucker won this game for Rockets. They deserved the win.

They love bashing Harden because of *1 BAD GAME VS THE SPURS!* But KD 1-9 in 2 fourth quarters and we don’t hear about it

Keep doubting Houston.. we love it

Golden State is the luckiest playoff team ever ! Thread : 2015 - Breakout year Round 1- Pelicans w/o Allstar Jrue Holliday win 4-0 Round 2- Grizzlies ( up 2-1 on Warriors then Memphis best player ( Mike Conley gets injured ) Golden state win the next 3 Conference finals ( rockets with Dwight Howard ) win 4-1 GOLDEN STATE in 2015 when they were at their weakest avoided the Defending champs Spurs , the team that beat the Spurs , The clippers with prime cp3 , Jordan and Blake ( the 1 year where they were all healthy ) and avoided a prime KD and Russ due to kd being out for the season . They didn't play the 3 best west teams, yet made it to the finals. In the finals they win 4-2 against lebron without love or kyrie. The 2nd best cavs player was Della ! Luckiest run ever . 2016 they improve a Ton but again lucky playoff run : 1st round : play Rockets after Howard left , harden had not other superstar win 4-1 2nd round again avoid clippers due to griffin and Paul injures play Portland 1 year after losing 4 starters ! Win 4-1 Conference finals after avoiding the clippers and Spurs ( 3rd and 4th best teams again ! They finally for the first time in 2 years play a fully healthy team and were down 3-1 ! Getting absolutely exposed , okc woulda beat them 4-1 , but klay Thompson had one of the greatest games ever and billy Donovan's inexperience cost them warriors win 4-3 In the Finals they play FULLY healthy cavs and LOSE 2017 they Add the 2nd best player Kd and but still get lucky in the playoffs 1sr round face Portland without their 3rd best player nurkic win 4-0 2nd round again AVOID clippers due to griffin injury , beat UTAH 4-0 Conference finals losing by 23 then kawhi goes down and win 4-0 Finals . Kd having the 2 greatest shooters ever while being rested because of no comp makes warriors win 4-1 2018 same pattern continues Get the oldest team in the nba , Spurs in the first round WITHOUT KAWHI AGAIN ! 2nd round , they play a pelicans team without a top 15 player in the NBA IN BOOGIE COUSINS , once again getting an injury break , win 4-1 Conference finals - play the rockets, and are down 3-2 and Chris Paul gets injured, like always , warriors once again catch s lucky injury break, it never ceases to amaze me . Let's hope Paul can atleast play ( we know he won't be 100%) either way . Thunder AND twolves without injures would have been the 3rd and 4th seed yet 1st seed Houston had to play 1 of them lucky not both while golden states didn't have to play them as the 2nd seed , and faced teams without their best players LMAO in conclusion in 2015 the warriors had the luckiest run in nba history avoiding the 3 best west teams while not facing prime Kd and Russ due to injury and playing lebron with out his 2 co stars . This launched golden state and made them a ton better in 2016 .. in 2016 they again avoided the Spurs and clippers but finally had a fully healthy team in okc they had to face and were done 3-1 and got lucky Kay Thompson had one of the best games ever, later lebron beat them when his team was HEALTHY , but with Kd copping out and joining them , it became unfair , with Kd having the 2 best shooters ever with a defensive player of the year player , they actually became the best , either way their luck in the playoff continues to stun me , and again this year , down 3-2 Chris Paul already with an injured Achilles pulls his hamstring, smfh their luck is insane . End of thread lmao

James Harden was trash offensively and Rockets still got the W. Bad news for the Larriors

after game 1: warriors in 4 after game 2: warriors in 5 after game 4: warriors in 6 after game 5: warriors in 7 after game 6: warriors in heaven jk but we're finally seeing a competitive matchup. for the warriors. warriors havent had their floor general and defensive stabilizer for two games and the rockets have capitalized on it. idk if they can close it out with out cp3 tho

The only real reason KD isnt getting crucified like Lebron is because hes not a threat to Jordan's greatness and no one compares him to Jordan. It's that simple...but a guy this great should not have gone MIA in the 4th like this

Kd didn't show up in the 4th. Also draymond is showing how much a liability he can be. He may be the engine of the team but he has no post game, not a good shooter. But he is the emotional leader. However that doesn't win games if you can't produce with that.

Warriors understimated the rockets.

ROCKETS SHOULD OF WON BY 20 THEY MISSED TOO MANY 3S

They must be tripping like Draymond if they're going this easy on KD

Y’all crazy if y’all think CP3 not playing tomorrow one of the most competitive players in NBA History that hamstring not stopping him

Give the rockets credit the game should have been over long before if james harden didn't miss 11 3 point shots

I hope CP3 is healthy and can play.

Durchoke needs 5 all stars.His Legacy been tarnished since he joined GSW

Max Kellerman was right all along ..while Stephen A looking stupid

Got to give credit were it's due, I didn't expect them to beat to warriors they could probably take game 6.

People fail to realize GSW have not been really tested and that matters. Last year they lost 1 measly game before hoisting the trophy. The only thing you can hope for is to put them in a position they have never been in and hope the mental pressure breaks them because they have the most talent on paper. The Rockets has done that. We'll see if they are built for the pressure. I don't think so. We'll see.

Stephen A be having pre written disclaimers before he speaks on certain things. "... Is a top... player. Is ... pounds/feet. Can pull/post up from... He has a wonderful mother..."

Wow still not giving the Rockets credit Rockets in 6

The lack of being tested in pressure situations is exposing the Warriors if Harden plays the way he should play it's over even if cp3 isn't 100% healthy, I don't care what anybody says

Why is it when the warriors lose everyone makes excuses for them, they lost because the rockets got the job done it's that simple.

never giving the rockets credit... smh

Looks like KD will be signing with the Rockets next year

The thumbnail makes it seem like Stephen A Smith was on the WeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeeDa

As a Bulls fan. I hope CP3 does get his ring. And LeBron needs to lose to the Celtics because 3-5 is better than 3-6

3 straight years for the Cavs and GSW meeting in the FINALS. Fatigue is getting on both teams. Eitherway we need fresh new team at the FINALS.

How SAS threw in his radio show got me crying 😂

I'm glad 2 teams this year are exposing what defense can do to the great players and great teams. Boston vs Houston 2018 Finals

I'm convinced these people don't really know what they're talking about. Just taking their best guesses then reacting to being wrong.

Stephen A.Smiths goatee is 99% complete, his left side is MIA

Both of these guys brought up great points. One of the better First Take vids👏🏼

OMG!! The Greatest Player.. I am Just repeating Stephen's effort.. Lovely, Awesome..

I picked Warriors in 6 and I was wrong. I'm still picking them. Kevin Durant cannot have back to back 4th quarters of not stepping up.

RIP Harden's 3s

These Two Analyst Are Amazing !!!

Bless you Sneezin A Smith @4:10

Don't let this distract you from the fact that KD as chocked the last 2 fourth quarters and made only 1 FG and has had a total of 1 assist combined in 4/5 games with the most stacked team in NBA history, yet no one calls him out properly ( skip ) as he's supposed to be the best player in the world according to some ( SKIP ) while skip bayless GOES ON A CRAZY DELUSIONAL 6 minute RANT ABOUT LEBRON BECAUSE HE WAS DRINKING WATER AFTER THE DAMN GAME after carrying the team like he did all year in season 15 . Dont be fooled by that rating hungry old man AND his bs hate and lies . First take > UNDISPUTED aka as the lebron show .

CLUTCH CITY!!!!

Max is exactly right. Those guys made play after play after play on the defensive end. Capella was a monster. CP3 was in their grill all night. Tucker made some great plays. It was beautiful. Give them their due.

the shout out to his radio station is so funny!!!

Stephen A said “last year GSW had no competition last year!”.....what about the spurs?even if they had lost the series they was kicking there ass game 1....basically the whole season except the one game they blew a 22 point lead back in march.....what about cleveland,if they had played better defense it would’ve been a 7 game series....they were well matched up to be quite honest

If ZaZa didn't injure Kawhi, I believe the Spurs would have beaten Golden State last year. They were up 20+ points before Kawhi was injured.

SAS wit the smooth plug at 2:21

“And you’re no where to be found?”(SA Voice) 😂 💀 😂

6"11, 7"6 wingspan......*yawn

If the rockets would of made all the open 3s they shot GS wouldn't have a chance.

"In the fourth quarter. of a Miami heat basketball game. Only one man. Should be holding the basketball...Chris Bosh should be nowhere near the basketball!" Lol; this segment reminded me of the greatest Stephen A impression in history.

I am so glad max does this show I love his boxing commentary he knows his shit

I ain't gone lie.... Houston looked HUNGRY on the defensive end.... Game 7 gone be lite! #DubsNotDead

KD need to step up to the fcking plate man.

When sas raise his voice is the funniest shyt eva 😂

I honestly hope that HOUSTON and BOSTON make it through to the finals as they both deserve to win instead of just stacking up star players and taking things for granted.

They blew it 💯

Stephen a smith a clown. The rockets earned this win. The warriors didn't blow nothing.

Get ready for a Game 7! Can’t wait

Steve Ker was telling the snake to quit hogging and pass the ball , lmaooo 😂😂

I'm just happy to see somebody else get criticized heavily like Bron gotta deal with day in day out🤷🏽‍♂️.

Rockets won 65 games Rockets have a multiple time coach of the year Rockets have the 6th man of the year Rockets have the most underrated center in the nba Rockets have the greatest modern day pg of basketball This is not an upset warriors have had good breaks their entire run they not even a dynasty never repeated, never 3 peated they finally play some competition and they losing this team overrated asf because of one out of this world season that they didn’t even win the title

I'm CRYING at how Stephen A. did a plug about his radio show in the middle of a rant. LMAOOOOOOOO

Bruh, Stephen A was pretty damn passionate about that 1/9 lmao. I don't like him often but I got a chuckle outta that

Max,you're a smart man,unlike Steven A.

Looks like KD going to Houston next season!

Shots weren't falling for Harden, but Houston was dominant on the defensive end. They took it

Enjoy the good and competitive series. Should be a good Finals, no matter who wins in the Western conference.

Rockets in 7

Im with steven A warriors had both game but coulnt finish they got too cocky now is hurting them .. and also props to the rockets they fighting for sure

4:10 Bless you, Stephen A.

My boy CP3 getting some love. That guy is one of the best players of all time, but always gets picked on because he couldn’t get past semis despite how good he is. That guy is a pass first point guard and he had teammates like Blake, and Deandre for 6 years who were trash in the playoffs, specially Blake. Now, he’s got a good bench, the best SG in the game, and they’re beating arguably the best team of all time. This guy is tough as nails, can take over the game by himself, get his team open shots, and plays great defense. I’m glad that this guy is getting recognition for his game, in the playoffs, where it matters most.

I love how the media is ignoring the fact the reason the Rockets are winning these games are thier defense. The GSW are not losing them.....the Rockets are winning them.

Warriors will win this series; doesn’t matter if CP3 plays or not. They beat themselves in game 5

I wish they would have shown Max’s face when Stephen A went into that commercial for his radio show.

Please keep these videos going. I don't have cable. Got to pay just to watch TV these days.

🗣YOU AINT GOT THE ANSWERS MAX!!

Yall act like the series is over as long as draymond doesn't turn the ball over 6 times again and the Warriors bench scores more than 4 I still got the Warriors

Classic Stephen A. !!!!

“And you are nowhere to be found” Steven A sounded like Scooby Doo haha

KD was tired. It's not like he's playing in the weak ass east. This is the wild Wild West we talkin about.

Harden is looking more and more like a weapon as opposed to...The Man. He needs a big game to prove otherwise🔴

Either you WIN or LOSE the game, they have always something to SAY!

Max Kellerman should feel great right now. All of ESPN had Warriors in 4 or 5 and he proved them all wrong.

Rockets vs Cavs

Bruh give the rockets some credit my god. The warriors didn’t just blow it. If James harden had even hit half of the shots he missed this would’ve been a blowout

Houston fans should be excited. Not only are they about to beat the Warriors, Kevin Durant will join them next season if they win...WOW

That Draymond Green turnover at 4:58 is one of the worst ones I've ever seen. He not only threw away the inbounds pass but he actually LED Harden on the fast break. What the hell?

Rockets in 6 like I said

Chris Paul deserves MVP if he plays like this in the finals

*WARRIORS..... COME OUT AND PLAYYYYYYYY*

thank you max for pointing out james hardens defense

That would be crazy if it ends up Boston vs houston. I still think it would be Cavs versus Warriors but I just don't know anymore.

Defense wins championships. Plus Steph crumbles in playoffs. CAvs vs Houston 2018

SAS with another legendary rant

This reminded me of the Jay Pharoah skit he did years ago. 😂 Stephen A. Smith Went back to his Miami Heat Big 3 roots “But In the FOURTH QUARTER OF AN NBA BASKETBALL GAME, IT SHOULD BE ILLEGAL FOR MARIO CHALMERS TO TOUCH A BASKETBALL.”

Warriors and Cavs in 7

Stephen A KD is no Bron. He's a prolific scorer like Anthony. Beyond that, he gives you nothing on defense. Meaning, KD is a one dimensional an overrated. The Rockets are more equipped to play isolation ball. Curry an KD needs to play a better ball moving or passing game. And, avoid the isolation type one on one ball. The Rockets can defend an run in transition. Both are similar teams. The Rockets has to run an execute on both ends of the court. They has a legitimate chance of defeating the Warriors. The faster an hungrier team gonna win. KD gives nothing on defense. So, I'll unranked him. Until, he learns to execute on the defensive end. KD is possibly a top 4 player offensively only.

Max is just smart and intelligent. Sas keep rambling

Wesbrook be like "Whhhhattt? Bro what are you talkin about man?"