ESPN commentator Stephen A. Smith says he will not retract or soften his recent comments about the NBA’s ongoing gambling investigation, despite public criticism from former Trump administration official Kash Patel.
The dispute surfaced after Patel chastised Smith for remarks the broadcaster made regarding the league’s probe into potential betting irregularities. Patel faulted Smith’s characterization of the investigation and urged him to correct the record. Smith has responded by stating he stands by his original statements and has no intention of backing down.
The NBA has not issued a statement on the exchange between the two men or provided new details on the status of its gambling inquiry.
Source: New York Post
