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Smith Willing to Beg LeBron for Knicks
2 Oct
Summary
- Stephen A. Smith would have begged LeBron James to join Knicks.
- LeBron James envisioned playing at Madison Square Garden.
- Knicks won 2026 title, ending 53-year drought.
Stephen A. Smith disclosed that he was ready to make a televised plea for LeBron James to join the New York Knicks had the team not clinched the 2026 championship. This revelation followed James' confirmation that he had indeed considered playing at Madison Square Garden, viewing it as a potential career finale.
The Knicks ultimately secured their first NBA title in 53 years, defeating the San Antonio Spurs in the NBA Finals. Jalen Brunson was instrumental in the victory, earning Finals MVP honors and capping a remarkable postseason run for New York.
With the championship secured, the circumstances shifted, rendering Smith's intended recruitment unnecessary. LeBron James, meanwhile, began his 24th NBA season with the Philadelphia 76ers, a decision influenced by New York's triumph which closed the door on the Madison Square Garden possibility.
