Stephen A. Smith Slams New York Knicks Ownership
ESPN star Stephen A. Smith has slammed the New York Knicks ownership amid the Kevin Durant trade rumors. The slamming of the Knicks ownership came just days after Smith, 57, began a campaign for Mark Jackson as the Knicks’ new head coach. Read on for further details surrounding the latest statement.
Stephen A. Smith Slams New York Knicks Ownership
Smith slammed the New York Knicks ownership amid the Kevin Durant trade rumors. The Phoenix Suns are reportedly seeking to move on from Durant, 36, after a disappointing season that included Bradley Beal’s nearly untradeable five-year, $251 million contract.
Durant’s age and reported desire to leave Phoenix weakens the Suns’ bargaining position, per Athlon Sports. The opportunity to acquire Durant has been cooling for potential suitors, including the Knicks, which has seemingly prompted the outspoken analyst to weigh in on the situation.
“Anybody that has a speck of knowledge about the game, you can’t justify not wanting KD on your squad,” Smith said on ESPN’s “First Take.”
The analyst also believes Knicks Owner James Dolan’s pettiness is the reasoning behind the disinterest in the Durant. Durant posted 26.6 points per game last season and finished sixth in NBA scoring has shown his ability to transform any team as soon as possible. Durant has always been a generational talent.
Smith Begins a Campaign For Mark Jackson
Smith is an ESPN analyst and a known fan of the New York Knicks. His recent campaign for Mark Jackson as the Knicks new coach appeared first on ClutchPoints. Jackson, 60, played in the NBA from 1987 to 2004 as a point guard before enjoying coaching and broadcasting careers, respectively.
SAS spoke on “First Take” about Jackson’s time with the Golden State Warriors from 2011 to 2014. Jackson helped build the Warriors dynasty in the 2010s. Warriors. Head Coach Steve Kerr “piggybacked off of that.”Â
Final Thoughts
Smith has a point. Jackson is a New York City native and would be a voice for the New York Knicks. But, for now, the next Knicks head coach remains to be seen, as massive expectations would come along with the job.
