LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith Feud Intensifies as False Claims and Personal Attacks Escalate

Smith retracts false allegations about LeBron’s absence at Kobe Bryant’s memorial, while public backlash mounts over his personal remarks.

Stephen A. Smith falsely claimed LeBron James did not attend Kobe Bryant's memorial, later correcting himself and apologizing after the error was exposed.
LeBron James criticized Smith for crossing personal boundaries, particularly regarding comments about his son, Bronny, and vowed to defend his family and players.
Smith's comments about LeBron's absence from Dwyane Wade's Hall of Fame induction were also criticized, with reports confirming LeBron was tending to Bronny's health issues at the time.
The feud has drawn widespread condemnation on social media, with many calling Smith's remarks classless and inappropriate for invoking Kobe Bryant and other personal matters.
Charles Barkley weighed in, calling LeBron a bully but labeling Smith's reaction weak, as the conflict continues to dominate sports media discussions.