Los Angeles Times

Stephen A. Smith explains his ‘NBA Countdown’ exit: ‘I didn’t want to be on the show’

This is read by an automated voice. Please report any issues or inconsistencies here. Stephen A. Smith says he negotiated stepping down from “NBA Countdown” as part of his contract renewal. The “First ...
Black Enterprise

Stephen A. Smith Reveals Why He ‘Negotiated’ Leaving ESPN’s ‘NBA Countdown’

Stephen A. Smith says it was his decision to step away from ESPN’s "NBA Countdown," not the network’s. Stephen A. Smith said he “negotiated” being removed from ESPN’s NBA Countdown as part of his $100 ...
New York Post

Stephen A. Smith off ‘NBA Countdown’ in ESPN surprise

ESPN is making changes to Stephen A. Smith’s on-air duties. The Worldwide Leader announced this week that the “new-look ‘NBA Countdown’ team” will debut Wednesday, and Smith was noticeably missing ...
Larry Brown Sports

Stephen A. Smith speaks out about his ESPN demotion

Stephen A. Smith is attempting to set the record straight about the news that broke about him earlier this week. ESPN announced on Monday that they will have a new-look crew for “NBA Countdown,” their ...