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Stephen A. Smith Issues Ominous Warning That Donald Trump 'Is Coming' for WNBA

On October 22, news broke that NBA coach Chauncey Billups and Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier were arrested as part of investigations related to illegal sports betting that is backed by the Mafia, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.

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Inside The NBA debut: Kenny Smith calls out Charles Barkley change of tune, ‘kissing ESPN’s ass’

As the NBA’s media rights shifted, Inside The NBA found a new home. The iconic pregame and postgame show is now on ESPN as part of a sublicense agreement with TNT Sports.

Stephen A Smith News / The Spun / October 22

Stephen A. Smith Makes Bold Prediction For Rest Of Cowboys Season

No person on the face of the planet is a more outspoken hater of the Dallas Cowboys than ESPN's Stephen A. Smith. But with the team coming off a solid win over the Washington Commanders, he was willing to give them some props this week.

Dallas Cowboys News / 5 GOATs / October 22

Stephen A. Smith commends Jerry Jones for investing in Dak Prescott, predicts Cowboys to make playoffs

Stephen A. Smith is nearly ready to give Dallas Cowboys owner Jerry Jones for betting on Dak Prescott over Micah Parsons in terms of financial investment.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Sporting News / October 21

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith sends cold-blooded five-word message to Lakers' LeBron James

The Los Angeles Lakers' 40-year-old star's ongoing feud with an ESPN personality remains active.

Stephen A Smith News / Athlon Sports / October 21

Stephen A. Smith Makes Unexpected Mavericks Prediction Ahead of NBA Season

Ahead of the 2025-26 NBA season, many are predicting who will hoist the Larry O'Brien Trophy and win it all next June. Early on, most expect the Oklahoma City Thunder to repeat.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / October 21

Stephen A. Smith thinks LeBron James set him up with confrontation

Stephen A. Smith believes that LeBron James has it out for him, and the longtime ESPN analyst says the infamous confrontation he had with LeBron earlier this year was evidence of that.

NBA News / NBA Analysis Network / October 21

Stephen A. Smith says one New York Knicks player is the reason Giannis Antetokounmpo is still on the Bucks

Giannis Antetokounmpo was rumored to be on his way out of Milwaukee all summer, but that never materialized. Instead, the two-time MVP starts the season with the Milwaukee Bucks, on a roster that leaves much to be desired in his quest to win a second NBA championship.

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / October 21

No Relief for LeBron James After Lawsuit Withdrawal as Stephen A. Smith Intends to Ignore ESPN’s Directive

It’s been about half a year since LeBron James‘ viral on-court confrontation with Stephen A. Smith. The moment from March was caught on camera, and headlines speculating about the details of this conversation were rampant.

Stephen A Smith News / NBA Analysis Network / October 20

Stephen A. Smith says Denver Nuggets title window has closed, names ‘sleeper’ pick to win NBA championship

ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith has claimed the Denver Nuggets will not win the 2025-26 NBA Championship. The Denver Nuggets pushed eventual champions Oklahoma City Thunder to seven games in the Western Conference semifinals.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The Spun / October 20

Stephen A. Smith Fires Big Accusations Against LeBron, 'I Don't Like (Him)'

Stephen A. Smith kept his feud with LeBron James going this week by going on a heated rant about the King on Carmelo Anthony's "7PM in Brooklyn" podcast.

NFL News / The SportsRush / October 20

Cam Newton Calls Out Stephen A. Smith for Going Missing the Day After Cowboys Win Over Commanders

Don’t look now, but the Dallas Cowboys are back at .500 and in second place in the NFC East with a 3-3-1 record. Dallas is just a couple of games behind the Philadelphia Eagles at 5-2, and they’re coming off their biggest win in quite some time in Week 7.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / October 19

Stephen A. Smith reignites feud with LeBron James, slams him for historic failure, ‘no explanation…’

Once again, Stephen A. Smith is having an unprovoked go at LeBron James. Stephen A. Smith made headlines last season with his comments about LeBron James and his son, Bronny.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Stephen A. Smith Makes Michael Strahan Admission on Friday

ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith may be one of the busiest people in sports media. Aside from headlining ESPN's "First Take" since joining permanently in 2012 and appearing on shows across the network, Smith dabbles in acting on ABC's "General Hospital," is considering running for president in 2028 and also hosts the "Stephen A.

NFL News / Athlon Sports / October 17

Stephen A. Smith Announces Career News on Friday

ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith has become a pillar of the sports media community and is best known for his role on "First Take," which he permanently became a part of May 1, 2012.

Dallas Cowboys News / FirstSportz / October 16

Stephen A. Smith Calls Out Jerry Jones’ Delusional Take on Cowboys’ Playoff Hopes

An infuriated Stephen A. Smith called out Jerry Jones for sticking by Matt Eberflus’ side despite the Dallas Cowboys’ constant struggles on defense. Smith believes that the Cowboys’ owner and general manager is “off his rocker.” Following the disappointing 2024 season, Jones embarked on a summer cleaning spree.

Dallas Cowboys News / The SportsRush / October 16

Furious Stephen A. Smith Drops ‘D’ From Dallas Cowboys: 'There’s No Defense'

Prior to their Week 6 showdown with the Dallas Cowboys, the Carolina Panthers had won a measly total of 38 regular-season games since David Tepper first took over in the summer of 2018.

Dallas Cowboys News / Dallas Cowboys on SI / October 15

Stephen A. Smith rips Cowboys owner Jerry Jones for being 'off his rocker'

It's hard to watch the Dallas Cowboys this season and believe they can find a way to defeat anyone. Their offense is firing on all cylinders, but their defense is arguably the worst they've ever had.

College Football News / CFB-HQ on SI / October 13

Stephen A. Smith: James Franklin blew ‘rare and privileged position’ at Penn State

On Monday's episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith simply had to address the biggest headline of the sports weekend... that Penn State fired head coach James Franklin following a third straight loss — this time at home to Northwestern on the heels of a road loss vs.

NFL News / 5 GOATs / October 13

Stephen A. Smith reacts to Panthers trolling him after win vs. Cowboys

The Carolina Panthers pulled off an upset on Sunday, knocking off the Dallas Cowboys. It was a game that very few experts gave them a chance to win, let alone ESPN’s Stephen A.

NFL News / Carolina Panthers on SI / October 12

Panthers dunk on Stephen A. Smith for doubting upset vs. Dallas

Coming into this week, almost nobody in the national media picked the Carolina Panthers to beat the Dallas Cowboys, even though they were playing at home.

Pittsburgh Steelers News / Athlon Sports / October 11

Stephen A. Smith Faces ‘Fake’ Allegations From Former Steelers Star

ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith has long considered himself a Pittsburgh Steelers fan, crediting Franco Harris as the reason. However, former Steelers safety Ryan Clark doesn’t fully believe him.

NBA News / Fastbreak on SI / October 11

Stephen A Smith Says Giannis Would Give This NBA Team an Unfair Combo

At this stage of the preseason, Giannis Antetokounmpo’s future with the Milwaukee Bucks remains in question. The veteran star is still commenting on rumors regarding a potential trade, leaving the NBA world discussing potential landing spots for the superstar forward.