"You've been tap dancing for the whole white Republican Party" - Matt Barnes calls out Stephen A. Smith for criticizing LeBron James' Memphis comments
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Key Points:
- Former NBA player Matt Barnes defended LeBron James after ESPN's Stephen A. Smith criticized James for calling Memphis and Milwaukee boring NBA cities and suggesting the Grizzlies should move to Nashville.
- Barnes argued that James was merely echoing an ongoing discussion about the need for upgraded facilities in Memphis, noting the Grizzlies' lease expires in 2029 and discussions about relocation have been public for years.
- Barnes accused Stephen A. Smith of hypocrisy, pointing out Smith's history of disparaging prominent Black women and questioning his concern for the Black community's welfare in Memphis.
- Despite their past amicable relationship, Barnes called out Smith's criticism as "BS," emphasizing that many, including himself, have lost respect for Smith due to his current stance on LeBron.
- Stephen A. Smith's well-known dislike for LeBron James fuels his harsh commentary, but Barnes believes Smith is unfairly targeting James over a widely debated topic.
