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What ‘incredibly unfair’ step Kawhi Leonard considered before trade to Raptors, Stephen A. Smith revealed in 2018

In the summer of 2018, all eyes were on then-San Antonio Spurs superstar Kawhi Leonard. After being selected as the 15th overall pick in the 2011 NBA Draft, Kawhi Leonard slowly but surely rose to stardom on the San Antonio Spurs.

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Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving slams Stephen A. Smith

If there is one thing about Kyrie Irving, it is that he will not hold back his opinion, for better or for worse. It has gotten him into plenty of trouble before, but even as he has matured and taken on a leadership role for the Dallas Mavericks, the outspoken side of him still comes through.

Entertainment News / TV Insider / July 11

ESPN’s ‘First Take’ Fans React to Courtney Cronin Replacing Molly Qerim

Courtney Cronin is holding down the fort on ESPN‘s First Take as Molly Qerim is off on vacation, and fans are loving it. Last month, Qerim announced she was taking time off from the sports news show at the end of the most recent NBA season.

NFL News / The Spun / July 11

Stephen A. Smith Shares Honest Opinion On ESPN Firing Robert Griffin III

Former ESPN analyst Robert Griffin III is making headlines this week for the wrong reasons. The former NFL quarterback is getting ripped to shreds for comments he made about WNBA star Angel Reese. On Thursday afternoon, Griffin responded to a racist social media graphic that was aimed at Reese.

NBA News / The Spun / July 5

Former ESPN Star 'Doesn't Respect' Stephen A. Smith

Stephen A. Smith has apparently made some enemies on the road to becoming a $100 million broadcaster for ESPN. Smith is undoubtedly the face of ESPN at the moment.

New York Knicks News / New York Knicks on SI / July 4

Stephen A. Smith Makes Embarrassing Knicks Error

New York Knicks fans were none too pleased to see that Stephen A. Smith didn't go the extra miles when rattling names off the roster. Smith's reaction to the Knicks' presumptive hire of Mike Brown as head coach was perhaps well-anticipated among ESPN watchers, whose airwaves frequently feature his rants dedicated to Manhattan hardwood affairs.

Stephen A. Smith Issues Official 'Warning' To Democrats

Though he has long-maintained that he has no political ambitions of his own, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith still loves talking about the state of politics in America and recently had a new "warning" for the Democratic Party.

MLB News / The Spun / July 3

Former ESPN Star Makes Accusation Against Stephen A. Smith

In just the past month, Stephen A. Smith has received criticism from a pair of former ESPN employees. Last month, SiriusXM announced a multiyear partnership with Smith.

New York Knicks News / FirstSportz / July 3

Stephen A. Smith Expects ‘Sizzle-less’ Mike Brown Hiring to Benefit Knicks

The new-look New York Knicks excited Queens native Stephen A. Smith up until the West Finals. He knew the team needed some input, especially in coaching, after some questionable decisions undermined their hopes of fighting for the NBA title.

Boxing News / The Spun / July 1

Stephen A. Smith Makes Opinion On Max Kellerman Extremely Clear

In a move that has been applauded by many, former ESPN First Take co-star Max Kellerman has returned to sports media and will return as a boxing analyst

Milwaukee Bucks News / The SportsRush / July 1

Laughing At His Trophies, Giannis Antetokounmpo Fires More Shots At Stephen A Smith For His 'Underachiever' Comment

Giannis Antetokounmpo is a one-of-a-kind superstar, an athletic force, a two-time MVP, and the face of the Milwaukee Bucks, whom he led to a championship in 2021.

NBA News / The Spun / June 27

ESPN Has Telling Response To Stephen A. Smith Complaints

Stephen A. Smith might be the face of ESPN, but viewers are apparently losing patience with him. In just the past month alone, countless people have complained about Smith's antics.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / June 25

Stephen A. Smith Urges Top Assistant Coach To Join Orlando Magic

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith has a clear message to Dallas Mavericks assistant coach God Shammgod: Go to the Orlando Magic. Smith made his plea to Shammgod during Wednesday episode of First Take.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 22

Stephen A. Smith Predicts Winner of Pacers-Thunder Game 7

The Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder will take the court for Game 7 of the NBA Finals on Sunday night. After going down 2-3, Tyrese Haliburton and the Pacers forced a Game 7 with a dominant 108-91 Game 6 win at Gainbridge Fieldhouse.

NBA News / Ball Exclusives / June 22

Mark Titus on Stephen A. Smith: 'This guy’s awful'

Mark Titus of Barstool Sports recently spoke about the media coverage around the NBA Finals. He singled out how much Stephen A. Smith has been featured, and apparently, he isn’t a fan.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 20

Stephen A. Smith’s daughter Samantha makes a TV appearance at NBA Finals

Stephen A. Smith rarely looks rattled during a television appearance, but we may have discovered the longtime ESPN analyst’s on-air kryptonite. Smith reluctantly gave his daughter Samantha some air time before tip-off of Game 6 of the NBA Finals between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder on Thursday night.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 19

Stephen A Smith Has Surprising Reaction to Lakers' Historic Sale

The Los Angeles Lakers are always at the forefront of the basketball world, and that has been no different, especially in the past 24 hours. The Lakers turned heads and then some on Wednesday when they sold the team.

Memphis Grizzlies News / Athlon Sports / June 18

Stephen A. Smith Calls NBA City 'One of The Worst in America'

ESPN's "First Take" host Stephen A. Smith issued a strong statement Tuesday directed at local Memphis authorities, claiming that several NBA players perceive

NBA News / Hardwood Heroics / June 18

'I Watch Over A Hundred Games A Year': Stephen A. Smith Sets Off Fiery Response On His Critics For Viral ‘Solitaire’ Video During NBA Finals

Stephen A. Smith isn’t here for the Solitaire slander. The ESPN personality found himself trending after fans spotted him casually playing Solitaire during Game 4 of the 2025 NBA Finals between the Oklahoma City Thunder and the Indiana Pacers.

New York Knicks News / Total Apex Sports / June 17

Stephen A. Smith Slams New York Knicks Ownership

ESPN star Stephen A. Smith has slammed the New York Knicks ownership amid the Kevin Durant trade rumors. The slamming of the Knicks ownership came just days after Smith, 57, began a campaign for Mark Jackson as the Knicks’ new head coach.

NBA News / Yardbarker / June 17

Stephen A. Smith has vulgar message for Solitaire critics

Smith was widely mocked after he was apparently caught playing a game on his phone while in attendance at Game 4 of the NBA Finals, and the longtime ESPN analyst has since issued a vulgar message to his critics.

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Memphis Grizzlies News / Larry Brown Sports / June 17

Stephen A. Smith offers crazy take on why players don’t want to play for Grizzlies

Stephen A. Smith believes the Memphis Grizzlies would have a difficult time attracting star players if they looked to make more significant trades this summer, but not for the reasons you might think.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 14

Stephen A. Smith Says This About Michael Jordan’s NBC Role

Stephen A. Smith believes Michael Jordan will bring his trademark candor to NBC’s NBA coverage when he joins as a special contributor later this year.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 14

Stephen A. Smith responds after getting caught playing Solitaire during NBA Finals Game 4

Stephen A. Smith did not sound the least bit embarrassed after being caught playing on his phone during Friday’s NBA Finals game. Smith was in attendance for Game 4 between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder at Gainbridge Fieldhouse in Indianapolis, Ind.