Stephen A. Smith challenges Trump to debate after I.Q. remarks
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 10, 2026, 1:27 PM
Last updated Jun 10, 2026
Stephen A. Smith responded to President Donald Trump's comments on his intelligence during a CNN interview on June 10. Trump was jeered by fans while attending Game 3 of the NBA Finals, where the Knicks lost to the San Antonio Spurs, ending their winning streak. Smith invited Trump to a debate, asserting the president is targeting his I.Q. to deflect criticism. The back-and-forth between the two has intensified following their comments about each other in the media.
- •Smith challenges Trump to a debate after I.Q. comments
- •Trump faced boos at the NBA Finals during the national anthem
- •Knicks lost to the Spurs, ending a 13-game winning streak
- •Smith's remarks were made on CNN's Laura Coates Live
- 1:27 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Come Get Some!’ Stephen A. Smith Dares Trump to Throw Down After ‘Low IQ’ Rant Amid Knicks Debacle
"Stephen A. Smith hit back at Trump's attack on his I.Q. by challenging him to a debate throwdown, telling Coates that the president should "Come and get some!"
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