LeBron James and Stephen A. Smith’s feud could be settled in the most dramatic way possible — with fists! TMZ Sports has learned that a popular boxing promotion is putting together an offer to make a fight happen between the NBA superstar and the ESPN personality.
The tensions between James and Smith have been simmering for weeks, ever since their infamous confrontation at a Lakers game earlier this month. The verbal sparring reached new heights on Wednesday when Stephen A. Smith turned the conversation to hypothetical violence, claiming that if LeBron ever laid a hand on him, he would retaliate with a punch of his own.
It was an exchange that lit up social media, and the drama didn’t stop there. After LeBron trolled Smith by posting old training videos, Damon Feldman, the founder of Celebrity Boxing, wasted no time in reaching out to his network to make the fight a reality. The boxing mogul immediately started making calls to wealthy investors, including those in Saudi Arabia, to secure the funds necessary for such a high-profile matchup.
While both LeBron and Stephen A. Smith are among the highest-paid figures in their respective industries, money isn’t necessarily the driving factor behind this potential showdown. It’s clear that these two men, who have exchanged verbal jabs for weeks, are eager to settle their differences in the ring.
However, there’s a catch. As fun as the idea sounds, Smith himself admitted that in a boxing match, he’d likely be no match for LeBron. Smith, never one to shy away from speaking his mind, confessed that he’d probably get his “ass kicked” by the NBA legend. As a result, it’s unclear whether Stephen A. would be willing to let the internet witness what could become an unforgettable social media moment: a viral loss at the hands of LeBron James.
While it’s fun to imagine this unlikely bout taking place, there are several obstacles standing in the way, including the issue of Smith’s pride and the physical mismatch between the two. But if the fight were to happen, it would undoubtedly be one of the most talked-about celebrity matchups in recent history.
For now, fans can only dream about the possibility of LeBron and Stephen A. squaring off in the ring, but one thing’s for sure — the drama between these two is far from over, and who knows what might come next. Whether they fight or continue to trade barbs on air, this rivalry has captured the attention of millions and shows no signs of cooling down anytime soon.
