Hour 2: Stephen A. Responds to Jaylen Brown

Stephen A. Smith addresses criticism from Jaylen Brown regarding his journalistic integrity and platform usage. Smith defends his coverage of Brown's performance while advising him to invest in better production quality for his live streams.

Stephen A. Smith defends his professional reporting on Jaylen Brown, arguing that his critiques of the Boston Celtics star were rooted in basketball analysis rather than disrespect. Smith challenges Brown's recent comments about his 'favorite season' following a playoff collapse and questions the motivations behind Brown's public call-out.

Stephen A. Smith and Kendrick Perkins discuss their ongoing public disagreement with Jaylen Brown. They analyze Brown's use of social media platforms to influence public perception and address internal criticisms from former Boston Celtics players.

Kendrick Perkins and Stephen A. Smith discuss Jaylen Brown's controversial comments regarding his team's performance. The hosts debate the importance of accountability in sports journalism and address the friction between media figures and professional athletes.

Stephen A. Smith and Kendrick Perkins discuss the upcoming Western Conference Finals, focusing on the rivalry between Victor Wembanyama and Chet Holmgren. They analyze the defensive strategies the Oklahoma City Thunder will employ against Wembanyama and the importance of Jalen Williams' health for the series.

The segment covers the Pittsburgh Steelers signing 42-year-old quarterback Aaron Rodgers to a one-year deal, with Stephen A. Smith expressing tempered expectations for the team's performance. Additionally, the discussion shifts to the NBA playoffs, highlighting the San Antonio Spurs' victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves and the subsequent locker room frustrations in Minnesota.

The panel discusses the importance of team chemistry and accountability in the NBA, specifically criticizing the body language and effort of Julius Randle. They also evaluate the impact of the Karl-Anthony Towns trade and look ahead to the upcoming playoff series between the San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder.

The discussion focuses on the upcoming fight between Conor Benn and the guest, as well as the guest's aspirations to become the face of boxing. They also discuss potential future opponents, including Gervonta Davis, Shakur Stevenson, Boots Ennis, and a highly anticipated rematch with Devin Haney.

The panel discusses the New Orleans Pelicans' hiring of Jamal Mosley as head coach, with Stephen A. Smith and Kendrick Perkins expressing approval while noting their preference for Rajon Rondo. The segment concludes with predictions for the Western Conference Finals series between the San Antonio Spurs and the Oklahoma City Thunder.