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LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith Feud Intensifies with Personal Accusations

LeBron criticizes Smith's personal attacks and media exploitation, while Smith escalates with claims about LeBron's past actions.

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Stephen A. Smith on the ESPN NBA Countdown live set at Intuit Dome.
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Overview

  • LeBron James addressed his feud with Stephen A. Smith on 'The Pat McAfee Show,' criticizing Smith for personal comments about his son, Bronny James, and accusing him of exploiting their confrontation for attention.
  • Stephen A. Smith responded by calling LeBron 'a liar' and accused him of twisting the narrative, further escalating the dispute on his podcast and ESPN's 'First Take.'
  • Smith referenced LeBron's absence from Kobe Bryant's memorial and Dwyane Wade's Hall of Fame induction, claiming he refrained from making personal attacks despite the ongoing feud.
  • LeBron mocked Smith for repeatedly discussing their confrontation, comparing him to Taylor Swift on a 'tour run' and emphasizing his role as a father in defending his son.
  • Bronny James has shown improved on-court performance during the controversy, scoring a career-high 39 points in a G League game earlier this week.