Michael Wilbon says Stephen A. Smith is not a journalist

Michael Wilbon criticized Stephen A. Smith's claim of journalistic integrity during an appearance on a podcast. Wilbon, who worked alongside Smith in traditional journalism, argued that Smith has transitioned into a showman role and no longer engages in journalism. He emphasized that Smith prioritizes entertainment over objective analysis. Wilbon reiterated his stance on Smith's professional identity in a subsequent podcast discussion. Smith defended himself by stating he still operates as a journalist, citing his sourcing and networking capabilities.

• 3:36 PMYahoo Sports — ‘He wants to be the show’: Michael Wilbon insists that Stephen A. Smith is ‘not a journalist’