In 2005, Stephen A Smith joined ESPN and has climbed up the ladder ever since.
This not only led to Smith becoming the face of the network, but also to him becoming the highest-paid sportscaster ever. But this doesn’t change the fact that Smith remains a controversial personality, mostly due to his hot takes.
However, Smith is currently facing backlash for a different reason, and has to do with him taking his talents to coaching. Partnering with IMG Academy in Florida for a weeklong summer basketball camp, Smith has set the price for campers at a staggering $2,899.
Pricing for Stephen A. Smith’s basketball at @IMGAcademy begins at $2,899
“IMG Academy is getting loud and providing a once-in-a-lifetime camp opportunity for young athletes with its Stephen A. Smith Basketball Camp at IMG Academy taking place Aug. 6-12.” pic.twitter.com/A2GEhnWvSm
— NBACentral (@TheDunkCentral) August 2, 2023
As you can imagine, this has led to NBA Twitter ripping Smith for the insane price tag.
3000 Smack-a-Roos to hear Stephen A Smith give you a speech about how many years he’s been working in the media is NUTS!
I know a mega church pastor when i see it https://t.co/nVXAGYlPLk— 73-9 and THEY LIED (@CuffsTheLegend) August 2, 2023
Stevie, you will pay for your crimes https://t.co/nVXAGYlPLk
— 73-9 and THEY LIED (@CuffsTheLegend) August 2, 2023
once in a lifetime opportunity & 1.5 points per game https://t.co/BcH0Ne96wA pic.twitter.com/a7fbemMUCQ
— ♕ (@shpillo_) August 2, 2023
This the once in a lifetime opportunity we’re talking about? https://t.co/q9thYhH8VZ pic.twitter.com/4lzgCAs6Wb
— (@lakerscook) August 2, 2023
Parents once they find out on the kids are giving their hottest Lebron takes instead of passing drills pic.twitter.com/nyDvw6qI4L https://t.co/tUbua2dOxa
— long-term long-distance low-commitment casual h8r (@ItsRibbs) August 2, 2023
i’m very confused https://t.co/YcKo58sgaL
— Ashley Nicole Moss (@AshNicoleMoss) August 2, 2023
It’s shouldn’t cost this much https://t.co/5qFPLaVL24
— Alex (@Dubs408) August 2, 2023
This mf think he played in the league ?! https://t.co/jUXzRUmsHM pic.twitter.com/0hvwqI4h3K
— Lewther Vandross (@Lewka_Bryant) August 2, 2023
