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Stephen A. Smith

Rory McIlroy's Augusta rival wades in on Stephen A. Smith questioning if Masters winner had 'unfair advantage'

Apr 13, 2026 @ 6:34pm
GolfPGA Tour
Daily Mail US Sport

One of Rory McIlroy's fellow competitors at The Masters is hitting back at the idea the back-to-back champion gained an unfair advantage by playing more at Augusta National.

Read moreRory McIlroy's Augusta rival wades in on Stephen A. Smith questioning if Masters winner had 'unfair advantage'

The ‘First Take’ Masters segment went about as poorly as you would expect

Apr 13, 2026 @ 5:00pm
GolfPGA Tour
Awful Announcing

Rory McIlroy won his second consecutive Masters title on Sunday as he defeated Scottie Scheffler by a single stroke. With the biggest stars in the golfing world and millions of viewers at home tuned in, it was the biggest sports story of the day by far. So it was only natural that ESPN’s First Take,…

Read moreThe ‘First Take’ Masters segment went about as poorly as you would expect

Stephen A. Smith Issues Harsh Reality Check on Los Angeles Lakers Without Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves 

Apr 13, 2026 @ 4:09pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Total Pro Sports

Following devastating injuries to Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves, the Lakers face a grim playoff forecast. Stephen A. Smith warns that LeBron James cannot overcome the deep Rockets roster on his own.

Read moreStephen A. Smith Issues Harsh Reality Check on Los Angeles Lakers Without Luka Doncic & Austin Reaves 

Stephen A. Smith makes brutal prediction about Lakers’ playoff chances

Apr 13, 2026 @ 12:21pm
BasketballNBAHouston RocketsLos Angeles Lakers
Larry Brown Sports

The NBA playoffs field is set, and LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers will face Kevin Durant and the Houston Rockets in the first round. Unfortunately for LA, Austin Reaves and Luka Doncic are out with injuries, making the playoff path even more difficult. On Monday, ESPN personality Stephen A. Smith had a brutal … The post Stephen A. Smith makes brutal prediction about Lakers’ playoff chances appeared first on Larry Brown Sports.

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Stephen A. Smith roasted by fans after Rory McIlroy ‘falling about by the seams’ take – ‘this your first Masters?’

Apr 13, 2026 @ 4:50am
GolfPGA Tour
The Sun Sport

STEPHEN A. Smith is being roasted by fans as Rory McIlroy claims his second Masters title. Smith, 58, is facing criticism after blasting McIlroy, 36, just hours before winning his…

Read moreStephen A. Smith roasted by fans after Rory McIlroy ‘falling about by the seams’ take – ‘this your first Masters?’

"That meat right there": Stephen A. Smith points out key weakness in Victor Wembanyama – Sportskeeda

Apr 12, 2026 @ 10:30am
BasketballNBASan Antonio Spurs
Sportskeeda

"That meat right there": Stephen A. Smith points out key weakness in Victor Wembanyama  Sportskeeda

Read more"That meat right there": Stephen A. Smith points out key weakness in Victor Wembanyama – Sportskeeda

Stephen A. Smith on Phil Jackson's Knicks disaster: "His first move was to sign Lamar Odom, who was on crack" – Basketball Network

Apr 9, 2026 @ 6:25pm
BasketballNBANew York Knicks
Basketball Network

Stephen A. Smith on Phil Jackson's Knicks disaster: "His first move was to sign Lamar Odom, who was on crack"  Basketball Network

Read moreStephen A. Smith on Phil Jackson's Knicks disaster: "His first move was to sign Lamar Odom, who was on crack" – Basketball Network

Sports Fans Hope Jason Whitlock Has Finally Crossed Someone Who’ll Beat Him Up Following ‘Racist’ Matt Barnes Impersonation Video

Apr 9, 2026 @ 5:08pm
BasketballNBA
BroBible

Jason Whitlock continued his beef with Matt Barnes and Stephen A. Smith earlier this week by posting a video in which he impersonates Barnes. Whitlock even put on make-up to make himself appear lighter skinned. The Fearless podcast host posted a two-minute clip in which he mocked former NBA player Matt Barnes — in heavy […] The post Sports Fans Hope Jason Whitlock Has Finally Crossed Someone Who’ll Beat Him Up Following ‘Racist’ Matt Barnes Impersonation Video appeared first on BroBible.

Read moreSports Fans Hope Jason Whitlock Has Finally Crossed Someone Who’ll Beat Him Up Following ‘Racist’ Matt Barnes Impersonation Video

"Obama black and Matt Barnes are two different kinds of acting black": Emmanuel Acho goes off about Stephen A. Smith's beef with former NBA star – Sportskeeda

Apr 9, 2026 @ 3:09pm
BasketballNBA
Sportskeeda

"Obama black and Matt Barnes are two different kinds of acting black": Emmanuel Acho goes off about Stephen A. Smith's beef with former NBA star  Sportskeeda

Read more"Obama black and Matt Barnes are two different kinds of acting black": Emmanuel Acho goes off about Stephen A. Smith's beef with former NBA star – Sportskeeda

“I Loved It” – Stephen A. Smith Has No Problem With Jorge Soler-Reynaldo Lopez Brawl

Apr 9, 2026 @ 9:37am
BaseballMLBAtlanta BravesLos Angeles Angels
Total Pro Sports

Stephen A. Smith backs the fiery Jorge Soler–Reynaldo Lopez brawl, embracing the passion and edge in baseball.

Read more“I Loved It” – Stephen A. Smith Has No Problem With Jorge Soler-Reynaldo Lopez Brawl

‘Insane Main Character Syndrome’ — NBA World Clowns Stephen A. Smith for Threatening Players Who Want Him Fired

Apr 9, 2026 @ 1:16am
BasketballNBA
Pro Football Network

Stephen A. Smith’s "untouchable" rant goes viral with NBA analysts and reporters mocking his warning to critics.

Read more‘Insane Main Character Syndrome’ — NBA World Clowns Stephen A. Smith for Threatening Players Who Want Him Fired

Stephen A. Smith Issues Stern Warning to Those Trying to Get Him Fired

Apr 9, 2026 @ 12:44am
BasketballNBA
Total Pro Sports

Stephen A. Smith said he believes critics are working together in an organized push to have him taken off from his career.

Read moreStephen A. Smith Issues Stern Warning to Those Trying to Get Him Fired

Lakers Get Positive Report On Trading For Giannis This Summer

Apr 8, 2026 @ 10:26pm
BasketballNBAAtlanta HawksBoston CelticsLos Angeles LakersMiami HeatMilwaukee BucksNew York KnicksSan Antonio Spurs
Heavy

The Los Angeles Lakers might have a chance at trading for Giannis Antetokounmpo this summer after a recent report. Sam Amick reported an extensive update on The Athletic about teams that he views as having a realistic chance to trade for Antetokounmpo in the offseason. Milwaukee Bucks’ management is preparing to field offers with the […] The post Lakers Get Positive Report On Trading For Giannis This Summer appeared first on Heavy Sports.

Read moreLakers Get Positive Report On Trading For Giannis This Summer

Stephen A. Smith Demands Action Against NBA Teams To Solve Tanking Problem

Apr 8, 2026 @ 7:08pm
BasketballNBA
Pro Football Network

Stephen A. Smith demands action against teams to solve the tanking problem, backing Draymond Green's call for massive fines.

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Stephen A. Smith Reacts to Draymond Green’s Tanking Comments With Strong Message 

Apr 8, 2026 @ 5:12pm
BasketballNBAGolden State WarriorsSacramento Kings
Total Pro Sports

Draymond Green’s outspoken take on NBA tanking has found support from Stephen A. Smith, adding momentum to a growing league-wide debate.

Read moreStephen A. Smith Reacts to Draymond Green’s Tanking Comments With Strong Message 

ESPN Analyst Slams Bucks’ ‘Mistake’ to Keep Giannis Antetokounmpo Beyond the Trade Deadline

Apr 8, 2026 @ 3:55pm
BasketballNBAMilwaukee Bucks
Pro Football Network

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith went in on the Milwaukee Bucks for not dealing Giannis Antetokounmpo before the trade deadline

Read moreESPN Analyst Slams Bucks’ ‘Mistake’ to Keep Giannis Antetokounmpo Beyond the Trade Deadline

Stephen A. Smith believes people are conspiring to get him fired from ESPN

Apr 8, 2026 @ 12:30pm
BasketballNBA
Awful Announcing

Stephen A. Smith believes his enemies have spent the last year conspiring to get him fired from ESPN and SiriusXM. But be careful what you wish for. Because Smith claims getting him fired from ESPN won’t eliminate him, it will only eliminate the guardrails around him. Smith is feuding with Matt Barnes, which stemmed from…

Read moreStephen A. Smith believes people are conspiring to get him fired from ESPN

Stephen A. Smith gets brutally honest on Braves-Angels brawl

Apr 8, 2026 @ 12:18pm
BaseballMLBAtlanta BravesLos Angeles Angels
ClutchPoints

On Tuesday evening, the Atlanta Braves’ win over the Los Angeles Angels was largely overshadowed by a brawl that took place earlier in the game between Jorge Soler and Reynaldo Lopez. The incident occurred after Lopez threw a high pitch that nearly hit Soler, innings after having clipped him on the arm earlier in the […] The post Stephen A. Smith gets brutally honest on Braves-Angels brawl appeared first on ClutchPoints.

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Stephen A. Smith didn’t hesitate on Angel Reese trade and his reason says everything – sportingnews.com

Apr 8, 2026 @ 9:39am
BasketballWNBA
Sporting News

Stephen A. Smith didn’t hesitate on Angel Reese trade and his reason says everything  sportingnews.com

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Stephen A. Smith Leaves No Doubt on His Opinion of Angel Reese Trade

Apr 8, 2026 @ 7:59am
BasketballWNBAAtlanta DreamChicago Sky
Athlon Sports

ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith recently weighed in on the blockbuster trade involving two-time WNBA All-Star Angel Reese.  The Chicago Sky sent the 23-year-old forward to the Atlanta Dream in exchange for first-round selections in 2027 and 2028. The deal also gives Atlanta the option to swap ...

Read moreStephen A. Smith Leaves No Doubt on His Opinion of Angel Reese Trade

Stephen A. Smith & Jay Williams Have Telling Reactions as Monica McNutt Questions Knicks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Idea 

Apr 8, 2026 @ 7:11am
BasketballNBAMilwaukee BucksNew York Knicks
Total Pro Sports

The Giannis Antetokounmpo trade conversation is gaining momentum, and opinions are sharply divided.

Read moreStephen A. Smith & Jay Williams Have Telling Reactions as Monica McNutt Questions Knicks’ Giannis Antetokounmpo Trade Idea 

Stephen A. Smith Drops Raunchy Comment About Victor Wembanyama’s “Meat” On Live TV, Leaving Everyone’s Jaw On The Floor [VIDEO]

Apr 7, 2026 @ 8:28pm
BasketballNBAPortland Trail BlazersSan Antonio Spurs
Total Pro Sports

That was crazy.

Read moreStephen A. Smith Drops Raunchy Comment About Victor Wembanyama’s “Meat” On Live TV, Leaving Everyone’s Jaw On The Floor [VIDEO]

"Wemby need to outmeat people to win MVP" – NBA Fans Go Wild After Stephen A. Smith's Bizarre 'Lacking Beef & Meat' Take on Victor Wembanyama – Sportskeeda

Apr 7, 2026 @ 5:55pm
BasketballNBA
Sportskeeda

"Wemby need to outmeat people to win MVP" - NBA Fans Go Wild After Stephen A. Smith's Bizarre 'Lacking Beef & Meat' Take on Victor Wembanyama  Sportskeeda

Read more"Wemby need to outmeat people to win MVP" – NBA Fans Go Wild After Stephen A. Smith's Bizarre 'Lacking Beef & Meat' Take on Victor Wembanyama – Sportskeeda

Mike Breen: Stephen A. Smith ‘completely misunderstood’ my point

Apr 7, 2026 @ 5:45pm
BasketballNBAChicago BullsNew York Knicks
Awful Announcing

Mike Breen engaging in a back-and-forth with Stephen A. Smith is the disagreement nobody saw coming, but the New York Knicks are back, baby. Toward the end of the Knicks’ blowout win over the Chicago Bulls last Friday night, Breen noted the overwhelming sense from fans and media is that this season will be a…

Read moreMike Breen: Stephen A. Smith ‘completely misunderstood’ my point
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