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Stephen A. Smith Doesn't Hold Back on LeBron James' Retirement Tease

Stephen A. Smith Doesn't Hold Back on LeBron James' Retirement Tease

Summary

Sports commentator Stephen A. Smith criticized LeBron James for using a video to tease retirement as part of a marketing campaign. The video, titled "The Second Decision," turned out to be a promotion for a partnership with Hennessy. Smith expressed disappointment, saying the move was unnecessary and cringeworthy.

Key Facts

  • LeBron James teased retirement with a video called "The Second Decision."
  • The video was a marketing tactic for a partnership with Hennessy.
  • Stephen A. Smith criticized the video during an episode of ESPN's "First Take."
  • Smith described the video as "tone-deaf" and "cringy."
  • Smith believes LeBron is the second-greatest basketball player, after Michael Jordan.
  • Smith and LeBron James reportedly have no personal relationship.

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