Stephen A. Smith RIPS Kevin Durant over ‘Dramatic’ Comment Amidst All-Star Debate

NBA analyst Stephen A. Smith fired back at Kevin Durant’s social media remarks about the NBA All-Star Game.

Stephen A. Smith RIPS Kevin Durant over ‘Dramatic’ Comment Amidst All-Star Debate

Kevin Durant and Stephen A. Smith (Image by FirstSportz)

Over the last 2-3 years, the NBA has not delivered when it comes to the All-Star weekend. Many have voiced their concerns, with NBA analyst Stephen A. Smith being a regular. Interestingly, NBA commissioner Adam Silver announced that there will be USA vs. the World in the 2025 NBA All-Star game, leaving many fans excited.

Now, Smith was not excited, instead, he threw shade at the current generation of NBA stars. The ESPN presenter stated unequivocally that today’s stars will bear full responsibility if this next initiative fails. Smith got a fitting response from NBA star Kevin Durant, who wrote ‘Dramatic’ regarding Smith’s recent claim.

Just as Durant made that post, it was given that Smith would bite back, and he did.

It has been egregious–the fans have been turned off. Legends of the game have been turned off—You can’t come on the basketball court and give less effort than you would give in a damn workout in the summer. You can’t do that to people.

Stephen A. Smith said via First Take

The NBA responded directly to the changing sports entertainment landscape by deciding to reconsider the format of the All-Star Game. They intend to increase the event’s excitement and rivalry by using a format akin to the NHL’s, which has received praise and great viewer engagement.

Leagues are being forced to adapt as viewing preferences change and the need for more engaging programming rises. The NBA’s tactical change may establish a standard for the way big sporting events are handled, which could have an impact on other leagues and competitions globally.

Stephen A. Smith makes a clear case regarding the NBA All-Star game

Fans were left disgusted with the NBA All-Star weekend this year, with many reportedly switching off their TVs midway through the event. Given that, Stephen A. Smith said that the time was running out for this generation of NBA players to take the game seriously again after Adam Silver‘s most recent update on the new structure for the All-Star Game for the upcoming season.

I think this is the last hope, if this doesn’t work, I think you’ll see the NBA do away with All-Star weekend.

Stephen A Smith said

Smith is not the only one who has expressed concern about the All-Star Game’s current situation. The league has been struggling with its lack of competition, particularly in the last few years. Although the issues are not new, the indifference on display has grown unavoidable, and Silver’s most recent changes might be a desperate attempt to address them before calling off the entire weekend.

Stephen A. Smith did not hold back against Anthony Edwards after his Game 5 defeat

Many feel that Anthony Edwards is Michael Jordan‘s second coming. Like His Airness did in the past, he possessed the talent, the motivation, the attitude, and the charisma to captivate basketball fans. However, everything went downhill for Edwards in his matchup against the Oklahoma City Thunder in the WCF Finals, especially in Game 5.

Edwards performed poorly, leaving many stunned. One of them was Stephen A. Smith, who did not hold back against the Minnesota Timberwolves star.

When I saw him resign himself to circumstances in Game 5, I changed my mind. I see a phenomenal talent who has the potential to be the face of the league if he really wants it. I didn’t see a guy who said, ‘This is what they are doing to me, let me figure this out.’

Stephen A Smith said

In addition, per Smith, Edwards has all it takes to be as successful as Jordan. However, he still needs to work hard, both on and off the court. He has a good chance of succeeding if he can solve it, as he has stated he would.

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