Cameras caught Lebron James with a stormy exchange with Stephen A. Smith while the ESPN star was seated on the edge of the court for the Lakers victory against the Knicks.
The legend of the NBA appeared animated as he approached the touch to speak to Smith, who watched the match at Crypto.com Arena.
They had exchanged comments in the media in recent days before finding themselves face to face in Los Angeles. Smith promised to discuss the Friday edition of the First Take edition.
“I didn’t want to have to solve this problem. I would not have become viral either. Now, I have no choice, ”he posted on X. “Some things should just be said.”
The Lakers star last week targeted NBA media members, saying: “All the people who cover our game and talk about our daily game are *** on everyone.”
It prompted Smith to accuse James of talking about “BS”. He also said that NBA stars had become too sensitive.
‘No I matter what we say about these players, there is always something for them to complain, ” said the ESPN star. “I thought it was full.
The cameras caught LeBron James having a heated exchange with the ESPN star Stephen A. Smith
Both found themselves face to face Thursday evening, when the Lakers beat the New York Knicks
The star of Los Angeles and Espn Pundit had recently exchanged words on the NBA
He added: “They increased their level of sensitivity to the point where they have an attitude if you have a bad breath.
“It’s so bad, it’s really pathetic … There is a lot of time spent celebrating players and celebrating the game. It is an emblematic global brand. How did the hell get there? You had something to do with this LeBron. It’s bs’
Smith is a big fan of Michael Jordan and he said that James’ “comparisons” “with the legend of the NBA.
“And then, all of a sudden, when he was called to be up to it, whenever we highlighted what was missing, we hate.”
On the same day, LeBron published more comments on social networks on the cover of the NBA. He didn’t name Smith, but he said, “He exactly made my point of view, but anyway.”
“Happy that this Convo began. It is not a single person or a show, it is the culture of basketball, the most beautiful game in the world.”
James added: “It is not on me either. At this point, I don’t really care about what is said about me, it’s always something. This is the impact that negativity has on our beautiful game and our fans.
“I know that I speak for many players and, more importantly, a large number of big fans who love and really celebrate this sport in the world.”
In the clip, which has become viral on social networks, James could be seen moving away from Smith
Smith, illustrated in the match with Floyd Mayweather, recently accused Lebron of talking about “BS”
After the clip for their exchange has become viral on social networks, many fans were convinced that James was talking about his son Bonny.
Earlier this year, Smith targeted Lebron and Bonny, who was drafted by the Lakers before this season.
“I really try, really to be as respectful as possible towards LeBron James, one of the two best players in the history of basketball,” said Smith.
“I beg LeBron James, as a father. Stop this. Stop this. We all know that Bronny James is in the NBA because of his father.
Smith said Bonny belonged to League G, but insisted that he “enraged” the ‘for the’wonderful child ‘. “I only wish him the best,” added the ESPN star.
Earlier this week, during this time, Smith praised LeBron as he continues to shine beyond his 40th anniversary. He even suggested that it was time to stop comparing James and Jordan.
“It was absolutely phenomenal,” said ESPN host. “Although he bored the living hell of me last week with all these nonsense he was talking about. In the end, the greatness he exposed. As long as he presented. I will even go further.
“Knowing what I feel about Jordan. And I think anyone knows basketball agree with me. In fact, I think it’s time to no longer have the debate.
“Because it is how great LeBron James was. For as long as it has been as great. I can remain down and recognize that because it is absolutely phenomenal.