Stephen A. Smith responds to Draymond Green's journalist comments

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Last updated Jul 9, 2026

Stephen A. Smith responds to Draymond Green's journalist comments
Summary

Stephen A. Smith addressed remarks made by Draymond Green, who suggested on his podcast that Smith is not a real journalist. On his SiriusXM show, Smith criticized Green for not communicating with him since a previous incident and challenged him to discuss it publicly. The back-and-forth highlights differing perceptions of journalism and personal relationships in the media space. Smith, a prominent ESPN figure, has previously faced scrutiny regarding his journalistic credibility.

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  • Draymond Green questioned Smith's journalistic credentials on his podcast.
  • Smith offered to discuss their issues live on air.
  • Recent controversies have prompted varied opinions about Smith's role in journalism.
  • Smith signed a lucrative contract with ESPN last year, affirming his media presence.
  • Green is currently a free agent after declining his player option for the upcoming season.
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  • 4:02 AMYahoo Sports’Are Y’all Serious?’ — Stephen A. Smith Calls Out Draymond Green, Jemele Hill for Suggesting He Isn’t a Real ’Journalist’
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Stephen A. Smith, the well-known ESPN on-air personality, has landed in hot water a few times recently.

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