Stephen A. Smith Voices Support for Israel in Viral TV Interview
NBA commentator Stephen A. Smith drew wide attention during the NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and the San Antonio Spurs, when he spoke to a Sport 5 correspondent about his views on Israel. The interview clip spread rapidly on social media and has received more than 2 million views worldwide.
In the segment, Smith said he loves Israel and plans to visit someday. He praised the people he has met from Israel, calling them kind and saying Israeli basketball fans are excellent. He added that he has been invited several times and intends to make the trip eventually.
Smith also acknowledged the difficulties Israel is going through, saying, “We understand that,” but stressed that Americans care about Israelis. He said, “I love Israel,” and added that the people there are “wonderful.” The clip was published by Sport 5 on June 13, 2026, at 14:49.
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