Stephen A. Smith blasts Mike Breen over Knicks praise: “Don’t give free passes”
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On April 6, 2026, ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith criticized longtime New York Knicks play-by-play announcer Mike Breen, arguing that Breen’s recent praise of the team was overly generous.
During his on-air remarks, Smith urged Breen to “not give free passes,” insisting that the Knicks should be held to the same standards as any other NBA franchise.
Neither Smith nor Breen immediately offered additional public comments beyond the televised exchange.
Source: New York Post
