Stephen A. Smith Mocks Lakers' 3 White Stars After Walker Kessler Trade

1 articles · Updated · Fox News · Jul 2

Stephen A. Smith said the Lakers "ain't going anywhere" with Luka Doncic, Austin Reaves and newly acquired Walker Kessler, arguing on his podcast that a team led by three white players cannot win in the NBA.
The remarks followed Los Angeles' trade for Kessler and focused on the team's projected top trio, with Smith asking when three white stars had ever reached "the promised land."
The report counters that claim by citing past examples and recent production: Doncic led the NBA in scoring at 33.5 points per game, Reaves averaged 23.3, and Kessler posted 14 points and 10 rebounds.
OutKick said Smith did not respond to emailed questions before publication, and the outlet framed the comments as racist while arguing ESPN is unlikely to punish one of its highest-paid personalities.