Stephen A. Smith is not holding back despite his ongoing clashes with LeBron James . During a recent appearance on the Gil’s Arena podcast, the longtime ESPN personality admitted that his relationship with the Los Angeles Lakers star is strained beyond repair. According to Smith, the tension is not going away anytime soon; he is okay with that.

Smith explained that their issue remained rooted in his role as a media figure. He says his commentary on James is always a part of his job, but personal. Still, their friction grew, especially after Smith publicly criticized James’s handling of his son, Bronny James’s, early NBA career. However, he never misses a chance to express his opinion on James’ well-being .

“I don’t talk about him unless I’m asked,” Smith said. “Some people

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