All The Smoke We’ve Got BEEF: 16 Crazy Stories from the ALL THE SMOKE Archives
Dec 24, 2025
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Dwight Howard
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Pat McAfee
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Terrell Owens
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Jalen Rose
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Isiah Thomas
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Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf
Mahmoud Abdul-Rauf reflects on his bold national anthem protest and the backlash he faced. Isiah Thomas shares his journey towards reconciliation with former rivals like Magic Johnson and Karl Malone. Jalen Rose opens up about the cultural impact of Michigan's Fab Five. Terrell Owens defends his character against past media conflicts. Pat McAfee discusses the tensions between sports media and executives. Dwight Howard recalls memorable moments with Kobe and the dynamics of playing with different franchises.
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Aftermath Of The Oscar Incident
- Will Smith describes the Oscar night incident as horrific and a moment he still defends as standing up for his wife.
- He struggles with explaining the event to his young nephew who witnessed its aftermath.
Fab Five's Cultural Impact And Neglect
- Jalen Rose explains the Fab Five's cultural influence and long-running lack of full recognition from Michigan.
- He details sacrifices by teammates like Ray Jackson who were kept out of the NBA despite strong play.
NFL Treatment Of Retired Players
- Eric Dickerson recounts health struggles and criticizes the NFL's treatment of retired players, including race-norming in CTE claims.
- He outlines poor pensions and inconsistent post-career healthcare for many former players.