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Josh Smith comments on Bam Adebayo's all-time player list omission

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 3, 2026, 3:43 AM

Last updated Aug 3, 2026

Josh Smith comments on Bam Adebayo's all-time player list omission

Summary

Josh Smith criticized Bam Adebayo for his all-time list that includes Stephen Curry, Michael Jordan, Kobe Bryant, Kevin Durant, and Tim Duncan but excludes LeBron James. Smith suggested Adebayo might feel 'salty' about James not choosing to play in Miami. This discussion occurred during a podcast episode where Smith reflected on his competitive experiences against James. Adebayo and James have formed a friendship over the years, especially highlighted during their time together on Team USA in 2024.

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•Bam Adebayo's list excludes LeBron James, sparking controversy.
•Josh Smith called Adebayo's omission a sign of being 'salty'.
•Smith discussed this during a podcast episode with Joe Johnson.
•Adebayo and James share a friendship, from Team USA experiences.
•Smith faced James during playoffs in his career with the Hawks.

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3:43 AMYahoo Sports — Ex-Hawks star Josh Smith thinks Bam Adebayo’s all-time list reeks of saltiness

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Josh Smith witnessed first-hand how unstoppable LeBron James was during the battles of the Atlanta Hawks and the Cleveland Cavaliers.
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