Has ESPN's $100 Million Star Stephen A. Smith Lost His Way? Marc Lamont Hill Weighs In

Stephen A. Smith has been actively appearing on multiple podcasts, voicing his critiques of Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James while distancing himself from any radical Democratic affiliations ahead of a potential political run in 2028. His recent comments have sparked backlash, with critics accusing him of straying from the grassroots values instilled in him from his Queens upbringing. Marc Lamont Hill, co-host of the Joe Budden podcast, expressed his disappointment in Smith’s shift, noting a lack of recognition for the man he once knew. Hill remarked that Smith should have chosen a more dignified response to the LeBron situation, suggesting that ego may have played a role in escalating their feud. Moreover, Hill criticized Smith’s comments regarding Kyrie Irving’s COVID vaccination stance, suggesting an insincerity aimed at appealing to a conservative audience rather than a genuine apology. As Smith navigates these controversies, the Black community is increasingly concerned about his apparent alignment with conservative politics.

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