Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James has been called out by sports commentator Stephen A. Smith, fueling off-season chatter around the team. Meanwhile, a potential trade for Giannis Antetokounmpo and talk of a breakout season for Marcus Smart keep the Lakers firmly in the NBA spotlight.

ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith recently praised former President Donald Trump for his handling of Russia-Ukraine negotiations. In doing so, he positioned himself as one of the few notable figures on the left to acknowledge Trump’s diplomatic efforts.

During the NBA Finals, a photo of Stephen A. Smith playing solitaire went viral, capturing the internet’s attention. The renowned sports commentator has now responded to the unexpected spotlight.

In the midst of a growing feud between NFL analysts, Stephen A. Smith has voiced his support for ESPN’s Ryan Clark, firmly opposing calls for his firing. The dispute involves former ESPN analyst Robert Griffin III, now with Fox Sports, highlighting tensions within sports media.