Longtime LeBron James fan Shannon Sharpe labels LeBron James' surprising 2025 NBA All-Star decision 'selfish' and 'disappointing'.

NBA analyst Stephen A. Smith thinks a 40-year-old LeBron James is under the most pressure to win the 2024-25 NBA title.

Stephen A. Smith blamed Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James for the "erosion" of the Slam Dunk Contest in a heated rant about NBA All-Star Weekend.

Brian Windhorst and Stephen A. Smith break down the importance of Luka Doncic signing an extension with the Lakers this offseason.

ESPN’s Stephen A. Smith recently sparked controversy by blaming Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James for the decline of the Slam Dunk Contest. On Monday’s edition of “First Take,” Smith claimed that James’ refusal to participate in the event over the years caused it to lose excitement and star power.

Stephen A. Smith is sold on the Lakers having a legitimate chance to win the Western Conference.

While Lakers fans are exciting about Luka Doncic joining forces with LeBron James, ESPN's Stephen A. Smith feels people should pump the brakes a bit.

Stephen A. Smith has once again shifted his stance on the Lakers, questioning whether they have the firepower to survive the Western Conference.

Stephen A. Smith rips Shannon Sharpe for his guarantee that the Lakers will make the NBA Finals if they face the Thunder in the Western Conference finals.

Stephen A. Smith explains why he still does not see the Lakers as NBA Finals contenders, despite their impressive win over the Nuggets.

Stephen A. Smith explains why Luka Doncic's conditioning in Los Angeles will be "exponentially more important" in order for the Lakers to find success.