Stephen A. Smith's comments about Donald Trump have sparked controversy, with the NAACP criticizing him. Smith also speculated about the New York Knicks potentially acquiring Giannis Antetokounmpo. Sportswriter Jeff Pearlman expressed disapproval of Smith's remarks on race and politics. Some voices, like Outkick, agree with Smith's perspective on Trump's connection with black voters. Smith has been seen as a modern voice of Democrat opposition, exploring his views on Trump and populism. Following backlash, Smith backtracked on his comments about Trump and apologized to the black community. Additionally, Smith discussed political comments in a partnership with PrizePicks.
PrizePicks partner Stephen A. Smith discusses political comments https://t.co/kWKaZ3l7Vu
NEW- ESPN Host, Stephen A Smith, Backtracks on Comments Made About Trump and Apologizes to the Black Community | Via @OvertonLive Sports analyst Stephen A Smith caused a stir last week with comments he made during an appearance on Sean Hannity’s FOX News show. Stepping into the… https://t.co/UTxsQXlWiD
Stephen A. Smith: A Modern Voice of Democrat Opposition, Exploring his Views on Trump and Populism @stephenasmith https://t.co/P4MWT2NzEM
Stephen A. Smith is right. The new-found connection between Trump and black voters undermines the message that mainstream media promotes: that Trump is at odds with the black community. https://t.co/lUIPN42Mpl
Sportswriter Jeff Pearlman can't control his White guilt while addressing Stephen A. Smith for saying Black people relate to Donald Trump because of his legal issues “Why do you have to have an opinion about everything?Like, why are you, Stephen A. Smith — successful by all… https://t.co/2q8DzrF1Dy
First Take talking hockey... Stephen A. Smith: "What if the New York Knicks end up getting Giannis?" https://t.co/Wovwesv3uB
Stephen A. Smith's comments about Donald Trump drew the ire of many... including the NAACP. ⏬ https://t.co/NzD18w5CvS