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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 challenges Trump to debate after I.Q. remarks

Summary

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.

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•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

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1:27 PMYahoo Sports — ‘Come Get Some!’ Stephen A. Smith Dares Trump to Throw Down After ‘Low IQ’ Rant Amid Knicks Debacle

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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!"
— Yahoo Sports

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