LeBron vs. Stephen A.: The Drama Continues…
LeBron James, the Lakers legend and part-time stand-up comic, is not one to stay mum when the chatter hits home. The drama kicked off when ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith irresponsibly played dad police, telling King James to bench his son, Bronny. Smith’s advice was wildly misplaced. Bronny rebounded with solid performances at both G League and NBA levels, while LeBron issued a courtside challenge. Smith, unflustered, spun a long tale without offering an apology—it fueled James’ comical outburst on the Pat McAfee Show.
Addressing Smith’s antics, LeBron compared them to a Taylor Swift tour—long-winded and never-ending. LeBron quipped, “If there was one guy who couldn’t wait for the video to drop, it’s Smith!” The Lakers veteran made it known he’s fine with sports critique, but warned against mixing personal digs with professional commentary. As Smith preps a rebuttal, LeBron would rather lay down his version of events than watch rumors run wild.
Meanwhile, LeBron continues to redefine the sports aging process. At 40, two decades into his NBA career, LeBron remains elite, proving age is just a three-pointer’s distance in numbers. If anyone needs a masterclass on flourishing in their prime past 40, LeBron is the undefeated MVP.
