The Stephen A. Smith Show Stephen A's Take: Samantha Smith, Stephen A.’s daughter blends NBA Finals analysis, pop culture commentary, and playful family banter.
Jun 22, 2025
08:15
Stephen A. Smith is a New York Times Bestselling Author, Executive Producer, host of ESPN's First Take, and co-host of NBA Countdown.
🎙️ Script Summary
This episode of The Stephen A. Smith Show features another vibrant and humorous co-hosting appearance by Samantha Smith, Stephen A.’s daughter. The episode blends NBA Finals analysis, pop culture commentary, and playful family banter.
🏀 NBA Finals Coverage
- Game 6 Recap: Indiana Pacers defeated the Oklahoma City Thunder 108–91, forcing a Game 7.
- Key Players: Tyrese Haliburton (14 pts, 5 ast), Obi Toppin (20 pts off the bench).
- Thunder’s 91 points were their lowest since April 2022.
- Game 7 Outlook:
- Samantha and Stephen A. both pick OKC to win the championship.
- Stephen A. highlights Shea Gilgeous-Alexander as the MVP and key to victory.
- Samantha emphasizes home court advantage as a deciding factor.
🎤 Samantha’s Segment
- Viral Return: Samantha returns due to popular demand after a previous viral appearance.
- Clearing Rumors: She describes her dad as “introverted” despite his loud TV persona.
- Fan Engagement: Encourages fans to spam “Bring Samantha back” in the comments.
- Pop Culture Talk:
- Love Island: Samantha passionately promotes the show and its cast.
- Kai Cenat’s Stream University: She urges her dad to appear on the stream.
- Accountability in Sports Media: Samantha owns her incorrect Game 6 prediction and stresses the importance of accountability in the industry.
😂 Humor & Family Banter
- Samantha roasts Stephen A.’s hairline again, referencing a fan in costume with a bald cap.
- She jokes about her dad’s introversion, his reactions to First Take, and their shared experiences at Fanatics.
- Ends with a heartfelt thank-you and a call for fans to request her return.
🧠 Tone and Style
- Energetic and playful: Samantha brings youthful energy and humor.
- Candid and personal: Offers a behind-the-scenes look at Stephen A.’s personality.
- Balanced: Mixes serious sports commentary with lighthearted family dynamics.
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