Stephen A. Smith, ESPN and International Players

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith Argues That International Players Can’t Be the Face of the NBA
Stephen A. Smith has been on your television screen for many years, usually grabbing headlines for his thoughts and takes on the world of sports. Whenever Smith speaks, typically, the world listens. Sometimes,
Stephen A. Smith Under Fire For Controversial Comments About International Players
During the NBA All-Star weekend, Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves declared Wembanyama as the new face of the NBA. During an ESPN broadcast, Stephen A. Smith made a controversial argument by saying that he does not believe an international player can be the face of an American sport.
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Will Stephen A. Smith crash the ‘Inside the NBA’ party at ESPN?
Ever since news broke last fall that ESPN and ABC would air the iconic Inside the NBA studio show on its platforms beginning in the 2025-26 season, basketball fans have wondered whether The Worldwide Leader would tinker with the show.
Stephen A. Smith doesn't think LeBron and Luka Doncic are the best duo in the NBA
While Lakers fans are exciting about Luka Doncic joining forces with LeBron James, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith feels people should pump the brakes a bit.
Stephen A. Smith Makes Controversial Claim About Face Of The NBA
The NBA All-Star Game showcased how global the league has become over the last few decades, with almost an entire team made of players from outside the United States. An American-born player hasn't won the MVP award since James Harden in 2018,
Stephen A. Smith Dismisses Idea Of An International Player Being The Face Of The NBA
Stephen A. Smith sparked controversy on First Take when he dismissed the idea of an international player becoming the face of the NBA. Despite the league’s increasing globalization and the rise of foreign-born superstars,
Stephen A. Smith reveals agent's problematic 'bank' claim about NBA players
Instead of calling out the All-Star format, Stephen A. Smith took another route and put the blame on the NBA players.
Stephen A. Smith Calls Out NBA Players For Treating League Like A ‘Bank’ Instead Of A Partnership
In a recent interview, Stephen A. Smith criticized NBA players for viewing the league as a bank rather than a partnership.
ESPN's Stephen A. Smith Assigns Blame for 'Erosion' of Slam Dunk Contest
ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith recently sparked controversy by blaming Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James for the decline of the ...
Kevin Durant's All-Star comments draw brutally honest Stephen A. Smith admission
Stephen A. Smith criticizes Kevin Durant’s stance on the NBA All-Star Game, calling out players' lack of effort during All-Star Weekend.
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Stephen A. Smith actually doubts he will be on ESPN’s version of ‘Inside the NBA’
Stephen A. Smith recently spoke to CNBC’s Alex Sherman about Inside the NBA’s looming deal with ESPN. And while Smith said he’s here if they need him, he’s not in favor of messing with the ...
Stephen A. Smith updates the status of his negotiations with ESPN: The Devil is in the details
For years, Stephen A. Smith has been one of the most recognizable and influential voices on ESPN, dominating sports talk with his passionate takes and unfiltered opinions. Despite ...
Stephen A. Smith challenges Anthony Edwards after Victor Wembanyama 'face of the league' take
Basketball is an American sport, and because of that, Stephen A. Smith doesn't think that Victor Wembanyama can be the face ...