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Stephen A. Smith booed at live podcast after Knicks' championship win

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 20, 2026, 5:00 PM

Last updated Jun 20, 2026

Stephen A. Smith booed at live podcast after Knicks' championship win

Summary

Stephen A. Smith faced a chorus of boos during a live appearance on 'The Roommates Show' podcast at Madison Square Garden on June 19, 2026. The event, which featured Knicks players Jalen Brunson and Josh Hart, was held following the Knicks' first NBA championship since 1973. Smith acknowledged his previous criticisms of Brunson and the team, apologizing for being 'beyond wrong.' Despite his admission, the audience remained hostile, continuing to boo him during the broadcast. Proceeds from the sell-out show benefited the Garden of Dreams Foundation.

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Key Details

•Smith was booed throughout his appearance at Madison Square Garden.
•He appeared on the podcast with Knicks teammates Brunson and Hart.
•Smith admitted to being wrong about Brunson and the team's potential.
•The Knicks celebrated their first championship in decades.
•Proceeds from the event supported the Garden of Dreams Foundation.

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Last week, New Yorkers had the chance to do something they’d waited their whole lives to do: Celebrate a New York Knicks NBA championship. This week, they got the chance to do another thing they’ve been waiting their whole lives to do: Boo Stephen A. Smith to his face. The First Take host appeared as…
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