Overview
- On 7PM in Brooklyn, Smith said he does not like LeBron James and claimed the star has tried for years to harm his career.
- He asserted the March 6 Lakers–Knicks confrontation was orchestrated, noting the lone viral camera angle and its timing with his ESPN contract news.
- Smith reiterated that his critique of Bronny James’ readiness and G League stint precipitated the incident after the 2024 draft.
- On The Pivot, he charged James with racial double standards in targeting media critics, citing only rare clashes with white reporters such as Brian Windhorst.
- James has offered no new response beyond earlier comments on The Pat McAfee Show about protecting his family, while Smith says he has no interest in reconciliation.