Stephen A. Smith: “I’m too popular to sit in the stands with fans”

05/06/202607:40

The ESPN personality explained why he prefers standing in the tunnel during NBA games

Stephen A. Smith sparked discussion with his latest comments about being around fans during NBA games.

The ESPN personality explained that he prefers standing in the tunnel at the arena: “I was standing in the tunnel because that’s what I like to do.”

He then added the line that quickly drew attention: “Obviously, you know I’m a popular dude, so it’s difficult to sit in the stands.” The comment immediately became a talking point on social media.

Stephen A. Smith says he’s too popular to sit in the stands with fans

“I was standing in the tunnel because that’s what I like to do… Obviously, you know I’m a popular dude, so it’s difficult to sit in the stands.”

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