ESPN host Stephen A Smith recently spoke up about his bond with LeBron James. According to The Neighborhood Talk, the two had previously engaged in a heated interaction during a Lakers game in March 2025. Smith was a recent guest on the Gil’s Arena podcast, where host Josiah Johnson asked him about the situation. Smith responded with:

ESPN's Stephen A. Smith is fine with never speaking to Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James following their drama last season.

Lakers' LeBron James Approves Wife and Daughter’s Dance Moves originally appeared on Athlon Sports. Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James had a proud family moment this week and it wasn’t on the basketball court.

Dennis Rodman believes Michael Jordan is the GOAT, not LeBron James, and also wants Kobe Bryant to be included in that conversation.

Bryce James is carving out his own path in basketball while following the example set by his legendary father, LeBron James. The 18-year-old guard has already shown flashes of promise, helping his high school Sierra Canyon secure a California state title in March and has now begun his journey at the collegiate level.

From roster reconstruction to leadership dynamics with Donovan Mitchell, the podcast explores the pride, practicality and painful compromises required for a third LeBron-Cavaliers chapter.

Smith’s comments stem from his feud with the 21-time All-Star earlier this year, when the two threw jabs at each other during various appearances on ESPN, which ultimately led to an in-person confrontation during a game in March.

The NBA has seen some incredible talents at the shooting guard position over the years, headlined by former superstars like Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan

Irving went from being the favorite child and No. 1 pick in Cleveland to the No. 2 option next to LeBron, and on some nights the No. 3 option next to peak Kevin Love. That changed the dynamic for Irving, who was entering his fourth NBA season when LeBron decided to return to Cleveland from Miami.

While that's an improbable scenario in real life despite how amazing Clark is at basketball, NBA 2K26 allows for gamers to pit the two hoops legends against each other to the point where Clark can actually dunk on James.

LeBron James Is Showing Off His Lean Preseason Physique and the Internet Is Losing It originally appeared on Men's Fitness. LeBron James is gearing up for another NBA season—and, at 40 years old, he shows no signs of slowing down.