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When Kevin Durant fired back at Stephen A. Smith for dissing his leadership style, the Phoenix Suns forward highlighted a sentiment his teammates have felt. Leading by example. Suns guard Devin Booker has spent two seasons with Durant and was amazed at how much thought, and care his teammate puts into the game. “He’s one […]

Klay Thompson made his debut with the Dallas Mavericks in their win against the San Antonio Spurs, and he showed why he’s still one of the best shooters in the league. Thompson finished with 22 points, shooting 6-of-10 from three, and it’s evident that he will make a big difference for the Mavericks. Stephen A. […]

After the Phoenix Suns beat the Los Angeles Clippers 116-113 in overtime, spoiling Steve Ballmer’s Intuit Dome debut in Los Angeles, ESPN’s Stephen A Smith had some harsh words for superstar Kevin Durant. While not questioning Durant’s greatness, he doesn’t believe much in the two-time champion’s ability to lead Devin Booker, Bradley Beal, and the […]

Stephen A. Smith began his NBA Finals prediction after the Milwaukee Bucks dismantled the injury-riddled Philadelphia 76ers, thanks to Damian Lillard. The Bucks point guard posted 30 points, nine rebounds, and six assists while connecting on six three-pointers. On ESPN’s First Take, Smith said he believes Milwaukee is poised for a return to the Finals. […]

The New York Jets have not lived up to expectations and Stephen A. Smith has made it loud and clear. After Smith hit the Jets with a reality check, he went back for more. On ESPN’s First Take, he detailed the moment that New York went into a downward spiral. “On the defensive side of […]

On Wednesday night, the Los Angeles Clippers began a new era. They are no longer sharing a home with their rival Los Angeles Lakers, moving instead to the highly-regarded Intuit Dome. But some of the Clippers’ past demons keep on haunting them. A new season may be upon the Clippers as they begin life in […]

The Philadelphia 76ers are somehow already dealing with the injury bug before their 2024-25 NBA season has even begun, as both Joel Embiid and Paul George will miss Wednesday evening’s home opener vs the Milwaukee Bucks. Embiid in particular found himself the subject of criticism from former 76ers star Charles Barkley on Tuesday night’s edition […]

In the first season of their second Big 12 stint, the Colorado football team has gotten off to a very good start. Head coach Deion Sanders is in the middle of his second year at the helm, and it feels as if the program is finally coming around in his image.  The Buffaloes are currently […]

The Alabama football program suffered a rough 24-17 loss to Tennessee on the road on Saturday, their second loss of the season. As the road tot he college football playoffs becomes very slim for the Crimson Tide, Stephen A. Smith took aim at new head coach Kalen DeBoer on ESPN’s First Take. “I’m sort of […]

An eventful week for the New York Jets led many to think they have a chance to compete, including Stephen A Smith. Following New York’s 37-15 primetime loss to the Pittsburgh Steelers, Smith gave the Jets a harsh reality check on ESPN’s First Take. “This season is over, the New York jets are done,” Smith […]

Sports analyst and First Take host Stephen A Smith went bonkers on social media after the New York Liberty have won their first-ever WNBA Championship over the Minnesota Lynx in Game 5 of the Finals on Sunday at the Barclays Center. Despite Sabrina Ionescu making WNBA history for an abysmal shooting night, finishing with five […]

Last week, former President Barack Obama ignited a wave of discussion when he addressed Black men’s voting behavior, specifically regarding Democratic nominee Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign. Speaking at a campaign rally, Obama stated, “I’m going to go ahead and just say, speak some truths, if you don’t mind.” He expressed concern over the lack of […]

When Sabrina Ionescu drained consecutive three-pointers to send the New York Liberty up 2-1 in the WNBA Finals, ESPN host Stephen A. Smith thought of someone special instantaneously… the late Kobe Bryant. “When I saw [Sabrina Ionescu] step to that side & drill that three and then react the way that she did like, ‘Yeah […]

The Dallas Cowboys got blown out by the Detroit Lions on Sunday night. The alarming Week 6 beatdown earned the Cowboys a bit of ignoble history as the team continues its trend of ineptitude at home. While Dallas fans are surely disturbed by the lopsided, nationally televised defeat, noted Cowboys hater Stephen A. Smith was […]

The Detroit Lions laid the smackdown on the Dallas Cowboys on Sunday to the tune of a 47-9 rout in Week 6, and Stephen A Smith did not hesitate to relish in the tears of dejected Cowboys fans, particularly owner and GM Jerry Jones. Moreover, this blowout happened on Jones’ 82nd birthday, making the occasion […]

Stephen A. Smith asserts that the Los Angeles Lakers are a bigger threat than the Memphis Grizzlies this season. On Friday, October 11, “First Take” took their show on the road to Tennessee State University, hosting a live broadcast. During the event, Stephen A. Smith and Shannon Sharpe engaged in a live Q&A session with […]

Tesla’s recent We, Robot event unveiled the latest iteration of its humanoid robot, Optimus, igniting a wave of excitement and anxiety among audiences. The resemblance between Optimus and Sonny, the protagonist from the 2004 film I, Robot, sparked immediate comparisons, especially given the event’s title. As CEO Elon Musk embraces a sci-fi narrative, social media […]

New York Knicks center Mitchell Robinson isn’t close to making a return within the next couple of months. After seeing the Knicks trade Julius Randle for Karl-Anthony Towns, many wondered the kind of role Robinson would have in 2024-25 after missing the start of the regular season due to two ankle procedures that plagued him […]

In a week fueled by the New York Jets firing Robert Saleh, Stephen A. Smith spoke on ESPN’s First Take about how he believes Jets quarterback Aaron Rodgers had a role in Saleh being fired. “None of us are fools here,” Smith said. “The reality is you’re Aaron Rodgers. Yeah, you didn’t go into the […]

Cam Newton is making waves in the sports media world as he joins ESPN’s popular show First Take as a regular commentator. Known for his dynamic personality both on and off the field, the former NFL MVP will debut on October 11 during a live taping at Tennessee State University as part of the show’s […]

After watching Deshaun Watson turn in one of the worst games of his NFL career, throwing the ball 28 times for 125 yards and a touchdown in a loss to the Washington Commanders, fans, insiders, and pundits took their shot at the veteran QB, including the master of the sports rant, Stephen A. Smith. Committing […]

On ESPN’s First Take, Stephen A. Smith was disgusted about how LeBron and Bronny James have been treated after the Los Angeles Lakers preseason matchup against the Phoenix Suns. “I’ve been very disgusted at the cynics out there who’ve gotten at LeBron [James] about this… He’s earned the right to facilitate [Bronny] being a teammate […]

The Dallas Cowboys earned a hard-fought victory over the Pittsburgh Steelers on Sunday Night Football in Week 5. Following a weather delay that pushed kickoff back to 9:48 PM ET, the Cowboys overcame adversity with a strong second half from Dak Prescott and the offense, leaving ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith in utter disarray. Ahead of […]

Stephen A. Smith has become a staple in the sports media landscape, known for his candid opinions and sharp critiques, especially when it comes to the Dallas Cowboys and their quarterback, Dak Prescott. As Smith gears up for contract negotiations with ESPN, he’s not shy about wanting a substantial increase in pay, per Uproxx. Recently, […]

As people are locking in their predictions for Alabama football vs. Georgia this Saturday, there is no doubt that it’s one of the most anticipated matchups of the weekend. One of the many reasons lie with Alabama football head coach Kalen DeBoer who’s focused heading into this crucial game with tons of pressure as ESPN […]

Stephen A. Smith is known for a lot of things, including his reputation as a relentless Dallas Cowboys troll.  The ESPN personality was back at it again on Sunday following the NFC East team’s failed comeback bid in a 28-25 loss to  Lamar Jackson and the Baltimore Ravens. Stephen A. Smith can’t stop trolling the […]

Stephen A. Smith shared an extremely heartfelt moment with Howard University student Harmony Bailey during Friday’s episode of First Take. Bailey, a junior broadcast journalism major, interviewed Stephen A. Smith as a child in 2010. Now, the moment has come full circle for Harmony Bailey and Stephen A. Smith. Smith stood amazed by the moment […]

The New York Jets, led by Aaron Rodgers, delivered a commanding performance against the New England Patriots, securing a 27-3 victory in their Week 3 Thursday Night Football matchup. Following the decisive win, ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith did not hold back his enthusiasm on Friday morning’s episode of First Take, calling the Jets a legitimate […]

In a heated debate over Deion Sanders’s recent criticism of the media, Paul Finebaum questioned Stephen A. Smith’s defense of the Colorado coach and even suggested he return his HBCU degree. The panel discussed Sanders’s recent remarks at a press conference where he alleged that college football reporters are jealous of players receiving money from […]

Stephen A. Smith, never one to shy away from controversial topics, has shared his thoughts on the high-profile case surrounding Bad Boy Records founder Sean “Diddy” Combs. Diddy, 54, faces serious allegations of racketeering conspiracy, sex trafficking, and transportation to engage in prostitution, Complex reports. The case has already sent shockwaves through both Hollywood and […]

Basketball insider Adrian Wojnarowski dropped a bomb of his own when he announced his retirement from sports media and will instead be the general manager for the St. Bonaventure men’s basketball team. With the news, his ESPN colleague Stephen A. Smith issued a farewell message on the show “First Take” Wednesday morning. .@stephenasmith reacts to […]

Stephen A. Smith didn’t hold back on Monday’s First Take, using Travis Kelce’s lackluster performance in the Kansas City Chiefs’ recent games as fodder for his commentary, per Nypost. Smith pointed out that Kelce, despite being a star tight end, had been outshined by both pop sensation Taylor Swift and second-year wideout Rashee Rice. During […]

The Carolina Panthers are the talk of the NFL. A true nonconformist who stands out from the rest of the pack, the Panthers dominate the conversation about the league and have fans of every team keeping an eye on them. No one can take their eyes off this squad for fear of missing out on […]

In 2023, Stephen A. Smith was among the first to mentor Shannon Sharpe after his departure from FS1. Now, he’s extending similar support following an embarrassing Instagram Live incident where viewers unintentionally overheard Sharpe in a private moment. The NFL Hall of Famer found himself in hot water this week after accidentally going live on […]

From the classrooms of Winston-Salem State University to starring on national television, Stephen A. Smith has one of the most iconic rises in sports media. Today, Smith is the star of ESPN’s First Take, and makes appearances on other EPSN programs such as Get Up, NBA Countdown, & SportsCenter. Smith also hosts his own podcast, […]

The Cincinnati Bengals want to regain competitiveness after missing the 2023-24 postseason. However, one of the biggest storylines surrounding the team is the star wide receiver Ja’Marr Chase’s contract situation. Chase has used a ‘hold-in’ tactic to try to negotiate a more lucrative extension, but he and the Bengals have not agreed on a number […]

Las Vegas Aces star A’ja Wilson achieved an amazing feat that caught the attention of Stephen A. Smith. Wilson has been having a season that has undoubtedly put her in the driver’s seat to win another WNBA Most Valuable Player award but her latest accomplishment further cements her as one of the best WNBA players […]

ESPN analyst and noted Dallas Cowboys hater Stephen A. Smith has fired off another sizzler against their fans. His comment came in response to an interviewer who asked if Stephen A. would rather see the New York Knicks succeed or the Cowboys fail. As always, Smith expressed his undying support for the Knicks, imagining how […]

The Dallas Cowboys had to be pleased with what they saw out of Dak Prescott in his first game since receiving his hefty contract extension. Prescott completed 19-of-32 passes for 179 yards and one touchdown in the 33-17 win against the Cleveland Browns in Week 1. The Cowboys’ franchise player now has to silence his […]