Entertainment Weekly has reached out to Smith, Ogwumike, and ESPN for comment. Backlash from the internet was swift. For instance, after Instagram's Coach Jackie J shared a video of the moment and called for Smith to be fired, more than 11,500 followers liked it within four hours.

Stephen A. Smith finally discussed the Mike Vrabel and Dianna Russini situation. The ESPN analyst left it all out.

Kurt Busch fired back at Stephen A. Smith after he said NASCAR drivers aren’t athletes, issuing a blunt challenge that’s fueling debate.

The Real Romance Of Beverly Hills!” Stephen A. Smith Spotted Flirting With Garcelle Beauvais At “Michael” Premiere… And He Kissed Her Hand! (DETAILS) It started as a wholesome family outing, but the energy shifted quickly.

The New York Knicks fell 109-108 to the Atlanta Hawks in Game 3, squandering a late lead and falling behind 2-1 in their first-round playoff series. ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith delivered a scathing critique of the team, warning that major changes could ...

Smith believes the Mets should fire manager Carlos Mendoza amid their collapse.

Stephen A. Smith falsely claimed the Warriors haven't made the playoffs since 2022, but Golden State reached the second round in both 2023 and 2025.

ESPN media personality Stephen A. Smith thinks Kevin Durant is too good of a player to be swept by the Lakers in the playoffs.