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Danhausen trolls Steven A. Smith ahead of NBA Finals Game 2

Wrestling Inc • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 5, 2026, 11:02 PM

Last updated Jun 5, 2026

Danhausen trolls Steven A. Smith ahead of NBA Finals Game 2

Summary

WWE star Danhausen made a mocking comment about ESPN's Steven A. Smith ahead of Game 2 of the NBA Finals. Danhausen, in a video posted on X, expressed excitement for the New York Knicks, stating he hopes Smith's 'checks keep clearing' to help the team succeed against the San Antonio Spurs. Danhausen's remarks follow a previous feud with Smith that included a curse on the Knicks, which was later lifted. The Knicks aim for their first championship in over 50 years after reaching the finals for the first time in 27 years. Game 2 takes place tonight in Texas, with the series moving to Madison Square Garden for Game 3.

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Key Details

•Danhausen posted a video on X ahead of NBA Finals Game 2.
•Knicks play the Spurs in Game 2 tonight in Texas.
•The Knicks haven't won an NBA championship in over 50 years.
•Danhausen previously cursed the Knicks but lifted the curse before the Eastern Conference Final.
•Game 3 is scheduled for Monday at Madison Square Garden.

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11:02 PMWrestling Inc — Danhausen Hopes 'Steven A. Smith's Checks Keep Clearing' Ahead Of NBA Finals Game 2

What they're saying

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WWE star Danhausen said ahead of game two of the NBA Finals that he hopes ESPN host Steven A. Smith's "checks keep clearing" to keep the NY Knicks uncursed.
— Wrestling Incby staff@wrestlinginc.com (Daisy Ruth)

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