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Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart address Stephen A. Smith's past Knicks doubts

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 7:45 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart address Stephen A. Smith's past Knicks doubts

Summary

During a live podcast at Madison Square Garden on June 20, 2026, Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart confronted Stephen A. Smith, who received a hostile greeting from Knicks fans. The occasion, which included the duo celebrating the Knicks' recent championship win, became a platform for them to highlight Smith's previous skepticism about their NBA potential. Amid boos, Smith admitted he was wrong about Brunson and Hart, offering a public apology and expressing his happiness for their success. The event followed the Knicks' title parade, with both players bringing the Larry O’Brien Trophy onstage, fueling the crowd's excitement.

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Key Details

•Event held at Madison Square Garden with a sold-out audience.
•Stephen A. Smith booed by Knicks fans during his surprise appearance.
•Brunson and Hart confronted Smith about his past doubts onstage.
•Smith acknowledged he was wrong regarding Brunner's potential and apologized.
•Event followed the Knicks' first championship win since 1973.

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7:45 PMYahoo Sports — Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart Make Stephen A. Smith Admit He Was Wrong After Knicks Fans Boo Him
12:57 PMYahoo Sports — Stephen A. Smith apologizes to Jalen Brunson, Josh Hart for previous Knicks comments: 'I was beyond wrong'

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