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If you thought the drama between LeBron James and Stephen A Smith had finally cooled off, think again, because the Boston Celtics broadcasters just made it even funnier. And of course, they did it in the most Celtics way possible, throwing in some sneaky shade at both LeBron and the Cleveland Cavaliers.
Picture this. The Celtics are rolling to a 121-99 win over the Utah Jazz. It’s a routine game, nothing too wild—until the announcers decide to have some fun. As they call the game, they casually mention Cleveland getting worked by the Suns. That alone is already hilarious for Boston fans. But then comes the punchline.
“Maybe that’s what LeBron was saying to Stephen A—’Why you gotta talk about those Suns? That’s my suns.’“
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The levels to this joke? Insane. In one quick line, they clowned LeBron beef with Stephen A, roasted Cleveland for their struggles, and threw in a dad-joke-level pun just for fun. That’s elite-level trolling.
Alright, let’s rewind. If you somehow missed it, Stephen A Smith has been on a full-fledged Bronny James Commentary Tour, sharing takes nobody asked for. His original stance? Bronny would be better off in the G League, hinting that his last name was carrying more weight than his actual game.
And let’s be real—coming for LeBron son? Bold move.
So, LeBron did what any dad would. He pulled up courtside at a Lakers game, walked straight over to Stephen A, and sent a very clear message. Reports say it was the NBA dad version of keep my wife’s name out of your mouth. Will Smith inspiration much?
Classic fatherly energy.
Stephen A later tried to smooth things over, especially after Bronny dropped a solid 17-point game. But let’s be honest—the damage was already done. The tension stayed thick, and the Celtics broadcasters saw a golden opportunity to poke fun at the whole situation.
Meanwhile, Cleveland was getting smoked
Now, let’s talk about why that joke landed so perfectly—because while all this was happening, the Cavs were getting cooked by the Suns.
Kevin Durant casually dropped 42 points, just because he felt like it. Devin Booker added 17 points and 10 assists, running the offense with ease. The Cavs? They had no answers. Darius Garland led the way with 18 points, but that barely put a dent in Cleveland’s fourth straight loss.
Not long ago, this team looked like a legit playoff threat. Now? They’re spiraling. Their 56-14 record still looks solid on paper, but if they keep slipping, that number won’t hold much weight.
And here’s the thing—LeBron and Cleveland will always be connected. He delivered a championship in 2016, but now he’s watching them struggle from the West Coast. That’s why the Celtics announcers took their shot. In just a few words, they turned LeBron drama, Cleveland’s struggles, and a Suns win into one of the funniest moments of the night.
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Dec 21, 2024; Sacramento, California, USA; Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James (23) smiles after his team scored against the Sacramento Kings during the fourth quarter at Golden 1 Center. Mandatory Credit: Ed Szczepanski-Imagn Images
If any fanbase deserves to enjoy some lighthearted LeBron trolling, it’s Boston. For years, he ran the East, crushed their playoff dreams, and reminded them that no matter how good they were, he was better. Now that he’s out West and the Celtics are thriving? Oh yeah, they’re taking their victory lap.
And really, this is why the NBA is unmatched. The drama, the rivalries, the hilarious moments when broadcasters decide to let loose—it’s all part of the show. We already know this won’t be the last viral LeBron James-Stephen A moment. It definitely won’t be the last time the Cavs get embarrassed on national TV either.
But for now, let’s just appreciate Boston’s announcers for their Hall of Fame-level pettiness. This is why we love basketball.
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