The Herd with Colin Cowherd What's Wright - NBA Reaction: Celtics SNAP Thunder win streak, Murray DROPS 53 + Sweet 16 PREDICTIONS | Nick Wright
Mar 27, 2026
Quick NBA night recap with a Celtics win that ended OKC’s streak and what that means for a potential Finals matchup. Breakdown of Murray’s 53-point explosion and discussions about Jokic and Luka’s massive performances. March Madness Sweet 16 betting picks and projections for first-round playoff matchups. Personal reflections on a TV show’s rise after near-cancellation and an Emmy nod.
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How First Things First Survived Early Turbulence
- Nick Wright recounted First Things First launching in September 2017 and early struggles around co-host stability during 2018–2020.
- He described Kobe Bryant's death week as a pivotal on-air moment that bonded the team and helped shape the show's identity.
Rotating Co-Hosts Forced Creative Ownership
- Nick described a long period (Oct 2018–Feb 2020) with rotating co-hosts after Chris Canty left and the instability that created for the show.
- He explained how remote COVID-era production and near-cancellation warnings forced the team to adapt and ultimately solidify the program.
Why Brew Was The Co-Host Choice
- Nick told how he advocated for Chris Broussard (Brew) as full-time co-host versus hiring another former athlete, fearing athlete co-hosts burn out arguing with him.
- He recalled the August 2022 decision that made Brew a permanent partner and transformed the show's chemistry.