LeBron James Shuts Down Stephen A. Smith with Hilarious Boxing Video Roast

Ah yes, the drama unfolds like a well-scripted reality show—LeBron James just served up a slice of internet gold, and the topic? None other than his ongoing sparring match with ESPN’s very own Stephen A. Smith. It seems the King wasn’t satisfied with just sinking game-winning shots for the Lakers; he decided to throw a verbal jab at Smith after the latter claimed he would have “swung” on LeBron if they had crossed paths during a recent altercation. In a classic case of “I can dish it out too,” LeBron took to Instagram, sharing an old video of his boxing training that left fans and fellow athletes alike in stitches. The caption? A cheeky “WHOMP WHOMP WHOMPPPPPP” that perfectly encapsulates the playful roast.
Smith, known for his fiery opinions and relentless defense of Michael Jordan as the GOAT (Greatest of All Time), didn’t shy away from responding to LeBron’s antics. On Thursday’s “First Take,” he doubled down on his stance, asserting that LeBron’s reluctance to acknowledge MJ’s supremacy is at the core of their rivalry. Despite admitting that the boxing video wasn’t his finest hour, Smith claimed he could have looked more formidable had he not been nursing an injury.
Meanwhile, the court action was just as thrilling, with LeBron’s clutch performance leading the Lakers to a nail-biting 120-119 victory over the Indiana Pacers. It’s apparent that while the rivalry may be playful, both men are playing to win—whether it’s on the hardwood or in the arena of public opinion.
So, as the saga continues, one thing is clear: when it comes to verbal exchanges, LeBron’s got the upper hand—and the Instagram game to match. Isn’t it delightful to witness two titans clash in such a theatrically entertaining manner?
Sources: Celebrity Storm