Stephen A. Smith is a master of getting a rise out of people with some truly outlandish takes, but one of his most recent comments on the state of the NBA and potentially the face of the league might have taken the cake.

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Stephen A. Smith wants Anthony Edwards to become the face of the league. Basketball is an American sport, and because of that, Stephen A. Smith doesn't think that Victor Wembanyama can be the face of the league even if he is the best player in the NBA.

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Stephen A. Smith reacts to Kevin Durant and Chris Paul's heated exchange during the Phoenix Suns' loss to the San Antonio Spurs.

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Smith also spoke about the moves the Cavaliers have made since the end of last season, including the hiring of head coach Kenny Atkinson and the trade for forward De’Andre Hunte