Stephen A. Smith Articles - Page 22

Five games into the new season and Memphis Grizzlies superstar Ja Morant is averaging a career-best 32.6 points per game. The sample size is undeniably small, but at this point, it does look like Ja could sustain this blistering pace the rest of the way. Stephen A Smith definitely agrees. So much so, that he […]

The Los Angeles Clippers are just four games into the season and already, Kawhi Leonard has been sidelined due to a knee injury. The former NBA Finals MVP has now missed two out of his team’s first four games, and at this point, it seems like it’s the same old injury headache for Kawhi and […]

There have been plenty of calls for the Los Angeles Lakers to trade Russell Westbrook and for Russ to leave LA, and if Stephen A. Smith’s report is to be believed, both sides agree. In his latest appearance on ESPN, Smith revealed that based on his sources from around the league, Westbrook is done with […]

Austin Reaves is the next man up for the Los Angeles Lakers with Russell Westbrook expected to sit out Wednesday’s matchup against the Denver Nuggets. As it turns out, this major move is not expected to be a one-game change for the purple & gold. According to the sources of ESPN’s Stephen A Smith, Russ […]

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith shared a brutally honest take on Los Angeles Lakers star Anthony Davis. Smith acknowledged that Russell Westbrook has been struggling. However, he made it clear that Davis should receive more attention in reference to his shortcomings as well, per First Take on Twitter. MORE: Darvin Ham’s clear-cut 2-word statement on removing […]

ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith didn’t hold back in his rebuttal to LeBron James after the Los Angeles Lakers star accused reporters of trying to set him up to bash Russell Westbrook. On Sunday after the Lakers’ 106-104 loss to the Blazers, James was asked about Westbrook’s ill-advised shot with 30 seconds left in the […]

Veteran sports commentator Stephen A. Smith didn’t hold back in his criticisms of the Los Angeles Lakers after the team fell to 0-2 on the season following back-to-back losses to the Golden State Warriors and Los Angeles Clippers. Smith emphasized what everybody else is telling the Lakers amid their early season struggles: their biggest weakness […]

At this point, it would be safe to say that former 15-year veteran turned ESPN analyst JJ Redick isn’t a very big fan of Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets. Redick did acknowledge that this team has immense talent on its roster, but still, this wasn’t enough to convince him that the Nets are legitimate […]

Stephen A. Smith put his chips on the table for Kevin Durant, Kyrie Irving, and the Brooklyn Nets. While he doubled down on his prediction that the Golden State Warriors would likely repeat as NBA champions, he put his stake on the Nets as the team coming out of the East. While there’s a reality […]

Brooklyn Nets guard Kyrie Irving has been the subject of much controversy over the past year or so. From his overall eccentric behavior, to his aversion to taking the COVID-19 vaccine, Irving is as divisive a public figure as they come. And amidst all of the drama surrounding him, Stephen A. Smith claimed that the […]

Draymond Green wants to be a Los Angeles Laker? That is what ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith said on First Take. Green is currently away from the Golden State Warriors after punching teammate Jordan Poole during a recent practice. Some people around the NBA world believe that Draymond wants to fix his relationship with the Warriors […]

Zion Williamson scored 13 points in 15 minutes on Tuesday night as he made his long-awaited return to action for the New Orleans Pelicans. This was the first time the 22-year-old took the court in more than 500 days and Zion definitely made up for lost time in his limited run. ESPN’s Stephen A Smith […]

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith took issue with the Toronto Blue Jays after Aaron Judge was walked 4 times on Tuesday. Judge finished the game going 0-1 with 4 base on balls. The Yankees still ended up winning 5-2, but it was clear that Toronto had no intention of letting Judge be the one to beat […]

There are three certainties in the world, namely: death, taxes, and Stephen A Smith hating on the Dallas Cowboys. Stephen A-hatred notwithstanding, the Cowboys are off to a solid start in the newest campaign, winning their past two games despite missing franchise quarterback Dak Prescott. And Los Angeles Lakers legend Magic Johnson let the notorious […]

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith and Malika Andrews got into a heated argument in reference to Boston Celtics coach Ime Udoka on Friday. Andrews joined ESPN First Take to discuss the Udoka suspension and controversy. Malika Andrews to Stephen A. Smith on First Take: "With all due respect, this is not about pointing the finger. Stop… […]

The NBA world has been shocked by the recent news that Boston Celtics head coach Ime Udoka could end up being suspended for the entire 2022-23 NBA season by his own team for having a consensual relationship with a female staff member in the Celtics organization. Udoka could end up going from leading the Celtics […]

The Las Vegas Raiders have not been off to the best of starts in the new campaign. Raiders quarterback Derek Carr, in particular, has not been at his best, throwing almost as many touchdowns (four) as interceptions (three) while sporting a mediocre pass completion rate of 61%, and he’s drawn scathing criticism over his performance, […]

Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga is entering just his second season in the NBA, but he’s already become material for a Stephen A. Smith hot take. In a recent episode of First Take, the ESPN personality recently revealed that he’s heard of reports about Kuminga’s poor attitude off the court. Warriors head coach Steve […]

The truth is oftentimes a tough pill to swallow, but Derek Carr and the Las Vegas Raiders will need to face the music if they were to have any hopes of surviving arguably the NFL’s toughest division, the AFC West, home to three other talented quarterbacks in Patrick Mahomes, Russell Wilson, and Justin Herbert. After […]

After the Dallas Cowboys suffered a heavy Week 1 loss against Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers, ESPN’s Stephen A Smith was quick to declare that the season is over for the Cowboys after just one week into the new season. To make matters worse, the Cowboys also lost superstar quarterback Dak Prescott due […]

Stephen A. Smith does not want to hear about a Lamar Jackson vs. Kirk Cousins debate. The conversation was brought up on ESPN First Take between Smith and Chris “Mad Dog” Russo. Russo was attempting to make the point that Cousins is every bit as clutch as Jackson and is one of the more underrated […]

The Golden State Warriors really did broach a trade this summer that could’ve brought Kevin Durant back to the Bay Area, an idea Stephen Curry whole-heartedly endorsed. Now that he’s re-committed to the Brooklyn Nets in wake of the Warriors winning another championship, though, criticism of Durant’s decision to bail on Golden State in 2019 […]

Kyrie Irving is one of the most controversial NBA players. ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith has not been shy about giving brutally honest takes on the Brooklyn Nets point guard. Smith once again shared an honest take on Irving in a recent ESPN First Take segment. But Smith only had positive things to say about Irving […]

Stephen A. Smith is not a fan of the Dallas Cowboys. This fact is as clear as day. This is exactly why the ESPN broadcaster was in an overly jovial state on Monday after Dallas’ disheartening season-opening loss to Tom Brady and the Tampa Bay Buccaneers. Stephen A even had a cigar in hand as […]

The Nikola Jokic and Joel Embiid debate has been a popular conversation amongst NBA fans. ESPN’s Stephen A Smith recently shared his hot take on the matter, per ahnfiredigital.com. “If it’s numbers, we’re going with Jokic,” Smith said. “If it’s talent, I’m going with Embiid.” At first glance, Smith’s statement is fairly confusing. But he […]

A couple of weeks back, Stephen A. Smith dropped a massive truth bomb on Jonathan Kuminga and his alleged lack of mental fortitude for the Golden State Warriors. According to Stephen A, he’s heard that Kuminga has been “shortchanging” the Dubs with the lack of determination he’s exhibited in terms of mastering his craft. For […]

You just know that Stephen A Smith was going to come out with a passionate tirade against the New York Knicks once news broke that the Utah Jazz have agreed to trade Donovan Mitchell to the Cleveland Cavaliers. Smith’s Knicks were always the favorites to land Mitchell, but in the end, New York failed to […]

With the 2022 NFL regular season set to kick off in just a week, many are now providing their own hot takes for the upcoming campaign. In the case of former linebacker Bart Scott, he is predicting that New Orleans Saints quarterback Jameis Winston will shock the NFL this season. During a Thursday appearance on […]

The Los Angeles Lakers are hoping that Russell Westbrook will be able to bounce back after a rough first 2021-22 season with the team. Westbrook labored through arguably the worst season of his career with the Lakers last season, and has been involved in trade rumors ever since the beginning of the offseason. Count ESPN’s […]

Stephen A Smith for president. Apparently, this is a thing. No, we’re being totally serious. The renowned ESPN broadcaster himself made this statement on a recent episode of First Take. According to Stephen A, he would “strongly consider” running for president under the right circumstances. Here is his exact quote (h/t ClutchPoints on Twitter): “If […]

Kendrick Perkins believes that Russell Westbrook and Patrick Beverley could be a force to be reckoned with now that they’re about to share the same backcourt for the Los Angeles Lakers. Well, Big Perk’s ESPN co-host Stephen A. Smith clearly isn’t in the same boat. Smith and Perkins disagree quite a lot, and this is […]

Maybe Jonathan Kuminga really isn’t privy to Stephen A. Smith’s pointed criticism of his work ethic on Tuesday’s edition of First Take. It’s late August, after all, the last leg of the offseason before the uber-talented forward begins his sophomore campaign with the Golden State Warriors. Perhaps Kuminga is taking this valuable time to unplug […]

Stephen A. Smith of ESPN First Take is known for his outlandish opinions and controversial sports takes. He’s never shy about sharing his brutally honest opinions and stirring up drama. However, Smith is prepared to branch out and cover more than just sports. According to AOL, Stephen A. Smith is launching a brand new podcast […]

The drama may be over between Kevin Durant and the Brooklyn Nets, but you can be sure that the repercussions of KD’s trade demand and succeeding decision to do a complete U-turn will be grave. Just ask ESPN broadcaster Stephen A. Smith. Speaking on a recent episode of First Take, Stephen A did not hold back […]

It appears ESPN talking head Stephen A. Smith has a bone to pick with Dallas Cowboys star quarterback Dak Prescott. During Wednesday’s First Take, Smith went on a bizarre rant about Prescott, blasting the Cowboys QB and labeling him “the worst interview in sports.” Stephen A. didn’t hold back on Prescott, ripping him for not […]

Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors are on top of the world. But that doesn’t mean there can’t ever be a little trouble in paradise. Could some of that trouble be coming from Jonathan Kuminga? The incoming Warriors sophomore has reportedly exhibited some slightly worrisome behavior, with ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith recently noting […]

After more than a month of trade talks and speculations, Kevin Durant is staying with the Brooklyn Nets. He met with Joe Tsai and Sean Marks recently, changing his mind and committing his long-term future to the team. Who predicted this would happen all along? Of course, Stephen A. Smith. The ESPN analyst discussed the […]

Stephen A. Smith may be critical of LeBron James a lot of times, but he isn’t letting anyone disrespect the legacy of the Los Angeles Lakers star. In the latest episode of First Take, Chris Russo snubbed LeBron from his Top 3 … heck, the NBA great didn’t even make his Top 5 ranking of […]

A lot of heads turned as soon as news hit that LeBron James agreed to a two-year extension with the Los Angeles Lakers worth a whopping $97.1 million. That’s a whole lot of money, even for LeBron’s standards. If you ask Stephen A Smith, however, the ESPN broadcaster firmly believes that the Lakers actually got […]