“Y’all are full of s**t” Stephen A. Smith on Mark Jackson

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[@user-he4eg3no8s]

I miss Jackson and VanGundy calling the games. Makes no sense that they were let go. Their chemistry is fantastic.

[@bt2598]

Exactly!!!

[@ChevonneReynolds]

Me too

[@ellisbeasleyjr5472]

Mama there goes that man. Mark Jackson quote. Miss it and love it

[@Ninjersey1]

Yeah nba and espn ruined the game experience now they ruining the broadcast as a whole firing legendary commentators

[@scruffd0g193]

Yeah doc rivers voice and Doris Burke are a headache.

[@NinjaTrackProductions]

When I was a young man and Mark was playing on the Knicks, one day I was walking through a parking lot and Mark came through about twenty feet away from me. I had been having a bad day. I looked up and saw him talking with some other players. Mark saw me, and shouted to me like he knew me. It made my day and I'll never forget it. Mark....where ever you are brother....keep your head up. People who love you know the man you are.

[@teddywhite3129]

what he say????

[@josenunez611]

He gave me a high five once

[@franklinrodriguez6697]

How many books have you written?

[@MitchellBahamas]

im born ad raised in Nassau, Bahamas. When i was 15 mark Jackson came to the Bahamas to visit my church (Pastor Myles BFM). I didnt know he was such a strong man of faith but he spoke at our church and his wife at the time SANG as well. I'll never forget this day because i had hoop asperations (ended up getting a full scholy to prep school in Massachusetts following year). My mom didnt know who he was but i BEGGED her to take me to meet him. He gladly took a pic with me and after i told him what i wanted to do he told me i would make it; I didnt play in the league but i had a great college career and i Played in the G-league (D-league back then) for Tulsa for a short time. ..I'll never forget meeting him that day. im 38 now

[@jaysmith61]

Dope

[@GMacII]

Steve Kerr was literally handed a Porsche and told not to crash it. I will never forget when the Warriors won that championship in 2015, Mark Jackson got choked up as he was literally on the sideline calling the game for the very team HE BUILT. It was Draymond Green that ran over to him, gave him a hug and put the championship hat on Mark's head. That memory is forever etched in basketball history for me.

[@thevinceberry]

Steve Kerr can't win championship without Draymond for some reason. Kerr is just a regular head coach. Curry and Klay made him

[@prestonhoward66]

Bro this is the reason I don't like Golden State they did the same thing Tampa Bay Bucs did to Tony that year he built that team then they fire him an John come in an win the superbowl

[@MrMuaythai84]

the players didnt want mark jackson there from rumor at that time

[@thevinceberry]

@@MrMuaythai84 Something about he force them to go to church service

[@darvisgray7312]

Respected SAS for shining some light on the FUCKERY

[@TheYoda454]

Mark Jackson is the epitome of class and discipline!!!

[@Robertkitchens-gw7wt]

Suck him off then

[@sehlordhorr8540]

He didn’t put Jokic in his top 5 mvp’s 😂😂😂

[@djingstate]

Lol you don’t know his history if you think he’s classy

[@sehlordhorr8540]

@@djingstate or lack emotional maturity haha

[@Allthebest1010]

@@djingstateoh fckn spare us. You’re the same person who instead would describe Trump is a classy ,an of high distinction and discretion. 🤨 please

[@Su1c1deK1ng1028]

I'm no Mark Jackson fan but I remember when he said that Steph and Klay would be the best shooting backcourt of all time and everyone LAUGHED at this man. Ridiculed him when he refused to separate them. Again, I'm no Mark Jackson fan but the fact that he doesn't have a job in the league is ridiculous. Stephen A earned my sub with this one. Salute!

[@OG_InVaSioN]

He actually didn't say rhey were gonna be. He said they already were. Which was before they had the hardware to back it up. Dude was like a justice with that call lol

[@texasplaya191]

What do you have against Mark Jackson to keep saying you’re not a fan.

[@carlosstallworth4512]

Thank You for saying what you said !!!! I was feeling the very same Way !!!!

[@radi2986]

Also the original Gm drafted them as well

[@loo5n]

Why do you need to preface it by saying you’re no mark Jackson fan? Really weird

[@octavius9685]

I still remember when ESPN pundits laughed at Mark Jackson when he said Steph & Klay were gunna be the best shooting back court of all time...YALL STILL LAUGHING AT HIM!!! Mark Jackson literally BUILT the GSW, then they swooped in and gave Kerr all the credit for them winning. Mark Jackson had a better record every year, yet he was still fired after winning 51 games... DO YALL REMEMER HOW FUCKING TERRIBLE GSW WERE!!??

[@jamescunningham6251]

Yep I remember that shit too man.

[@ExposetheManosphere]

A former NBA coach said it's unusual for a Black coach to get a job with a ready-made team. Usually, they get teams that are rebuilding

[@Teddypain20]

Facts man!!!!

[@marcus813]

I remember how awful they were before hiring Jackson. Kerr might not have the success he had if it weren't for Jackson's work.

[@hungerxhunger2548]

Kerr is a top 5 coach all time but Mark should have got another job since he's easily better than half of the current coaches in the NBA.

[@husseinjmakshofi2697]

Fair play to Stephen A. Admittedly, I am not his biggest fan, but respect for this segment. Mark has been given a poor deal by the league. His dismissal from GSW was dodgy, and the fact he hasn’t been hired by the Clippers or Knicks has baffled me. Great work here by everyone involved.

[@Zod_Marshal]

I'm a Lakers fan and I knew when they flirted with the idea of bringing Mark in it would be an excuse on why not, Bron didn't fukn grow on me until his 2nd time in Cleveland that man saved the Lakers from the true chaos of a organization they are like others behind closed doors

[@williamthurlow9889]

Not first coach to get fired with a good record.

[@johncummings5350]

He's conservative.....the league is full of liberals.....both owners and players..... they don't want conservative values in their league.

[@Onemic2008]

I dated one of Mark’s relatives, and I well remember my girl raving about how decent, kind, and God-fearing he was behind the scenes and around his extended family. His cardinal sin, I hear, was holding people morally accountable-a near impossible task in a sports culture where gifted athletes haven’t been told “no” or “stop” since they were eight years old.

[@MrMuaythai84]

god fearing people behind close door are hypocrites many of them

[@kb72977]

​@@MrMuaythai84did you notice the line where he was literally being desribed as that way behind the scenes...?

[@francoa.9646]

The league doesn’t soumd very tolerant of people of faith.

[@williamthurlow9889]

I remember him in high school basketball in Brooklyn he was junior I was a senior and he was a wiseass but he’s certainly changed

[@dragonheart2993]

God fearing and holding people morally accountable, realy?? Everybody knows what this means. Who is he to judge and make these statements, that have cost him already.

[@RedBoySlick]

He also played alongside Reggie Miller and had a nice career with the Pacers

[@michaelyoung9628]

I would love that combo

[@ismokehiphopclips]

facts

[@MonstarCave]

Played in that Finals vs the Lakers if I'm not mistaken.

[@jaylove5555]

And no. 13 gave the Knicks the business every year in the playoffs. Man they should have gotten at least one.

[@MrMagnaniman]

He was great. When he retired, he was second all-time leader in assists, behind only John Stockton. The Pacers were really good in the late 90s. They took the Bulls to Game 7 in '98, and every game was a nailbiter. Jackson was key to that. The Pacers were scoring more efficiently, but weren't getting as many attempts, mostly because of Dennis Rodman. Jackson was The General. He orchestrated that offense.

[@ThePhenomm]

Props to Stephen A for having Mark’s back. Whoever these people are like he said their day will come to

[@goodone5590]

This is karma coming to bite Mark... He made a racist decision to leaving Jokic of the ballot, he made many excuses, but its just a cover up to his decision. The irony of your comment....

[@festusaniemeka3350]

@@goodone5590u crazy bro

[@johndouval6134]

@@goodone5590Please explain what you mean by that. I’m not familiar with the situation to which you are referring.

[@williamthurlow9889]

Clearly “ these people” didn’t prevent him from a high profile broadcast career so I’m certainly skeptical

[@carlosstallworth4512]

Amen I will watch his show again now for This ❤

[@horacerobinson1901]

You are so right, Steven a Smith. I've been noticing this for years. It is absolutely appalling that this man does not have an NBA coaching job.

[@williamthurlow9889]

He became a great broadcaster and got that opportunity so why are you saying anything as if he never worked again. He called NBA games Jesus. Not like he was calling women’s volleyball lol.

[@williamthurlow9889]

BUT HE got high profile broadcast job so let’s not feel sorry for him

[@horacerobinson1901]

@@williamthurlow9889 I do not feel sorry for rich people. I'm just stating facts. You should have gotten a coaching job. But he did not. That is all I am saying.

[@SteveBrutosky]

He was blackballed due to his intense views on religion and misogynistic views. He says things that no longer can be said. He is filled with hate for people he deems not worthy. Finally, he is just not a very good analyst.

[@kabysummit5801]

@@SteveBrutosky I was with you until your last two statements. Mark Jackson is not full of hate for people he doesn't see eye to eye. Not sure where he's ever expressed anything about judging people unworthy. Finally, he's damn good analyst. He's calling games with a seasoned player/coach indepth knowledg, and he's funny as heck coining a few phrases, and then him and Van Gundy really play off each other extremely well. My 2 cents.

[@stanleyray3073]

This is by far one of the best commentaries you have done. I felt every bit of the emotion. I applaud you for speaking up for him. Jealousy, insecurities, and hate have destroyed countless lives and professions of Black people. At some point, those who are righteous have to bind together to stomp out this form of evil. For the record, it isn't just whites who are committing the slander, I've witnessed Black's doing it to each other. I've been a victim of it. Shine the light on all those fools who do it!

[@akwwalker8782]

Our own people are often times our worst enemy.

[@dking6412]

I was just thinking the same.

[@RickJamesFPV]

I'm glad SAS said something about this. They need to put some RESPECK on Mark Jackson's name.

[@bye692001]

RESPECK?

[@EllieVelli]

@@bye692001 Yup, “respeck” if you know you know…

[@RickJamesFPV]

lol. He doesn't know...@@EllieVelli

[@ThaDreamMerchant]

@@bye692001 we ain't gon say it no mo!

[@ivyworth862]

@RickJamesFPV, exactly!!! Are you finished, or are you done? 🎯

[@georgecheliotis418]

MAMA, THERE GOES THAT MAN! We all miss your presence and commentary at games, Mark! You and van gundy were absolutely magnetic together!

[@deshundillard1337]

he needs to come back

[@deshundillard1337]

hand down, man down

[@iplaytowin234]

@@deshundillard1337 I just came here to say that. I will say it anyway. Hand down, man down 😎😎

[@marcalexander6450]

Made nba playoffs

[@jennifer-ep3se]

My partner mentions this every time we watch an NBA game ....

[@edelmantoamendola]

Mark always seems like a high moral dude, to the point where it has even caused him his job(s). Look at his love for Van Gundy when they would commentate games together. That is a loyal man who appreciates other high moral men. Rare these days. Also, I'm a little too young to know his game, atleast in real time, but have seen highlights and my dad loved him as a pg for the Knicks and Pacers.

[@2121luv1]

Mark was that dude on the pacers, Knicks he was ok I don't think he was able to be the man cuz of Ewing.

[@otisbrogdonjr.1172]

That’s what Iggy expressed because of his stance on certain ideologies

[@sherwyC5050]

That was REALLY POWERFUL, Thanks Stephen for telling the truth!!!

[@leverageplusgroup7640]

NOW THAT WAS A REAL FRIEND SPEAKING UP FOR A FRIEND! ✊🏾

[@BLessed758]

EVERYBODY needs a friend like this . Period.

[@rdogletree4543]

True but they're gonna ask why did he throw Max Kellerman under the bus.

[@DrLadyBugM]

​@@rdogletree4543they weren't friends. They were coworkers, the station asked him his opinion and he gave it. It was their choice.

[@user-pc9oj9ci1r]

@@rdogletree4543why did he throw Max Kellerman under the bus?

[@rdogletree4543]

​@@user-pc9oj9ci1rAre you asking me because you don't know or are you being sarcastic?

[@airving]

Mark Jackson gave Golden State it's foundation. Everyone thought he was crazy. But this dude is a stand up guy. As a Knick fan and a New Yorker, I would have love to have heard him on MSG.

[@Tokyo_Marshall_Official]

Mark Jackson was raised catholic went to st . John's, a catholic school so he not with LGBT,so a reporter asked him about Jason Collins coming out gay,with the Knicks Mark said I'm glad it's not in my locker room,I don't know if he knew or not but his boss,the owner at the time is gay so,the homophobic label is the issue Steven a, can't say it.

[@tracknation3463]

@@Tokyo_Marshall_OfficialI can’t stand how it’s perceived as being wrong for individuals to not support that community. It’s ridiculous what they’re doing to mark jackson

[@ralx225b]

@@tracknation3463 The world runs on nepotism and not how its traditionally defined as family, the real definition is helping family and friends. If you are not blood or a friend you are an outsider. The name of the game in America is relationships/networking not competency.

[@goodymob9638]

​@@tracknation3463Look at history it was the same for blacks. I was raised Catholic, and I have absolutely no problem with gay people. He should have never said that shit, who is he to judge.

[@michaeltyson9287]

​@@goodymob9638He didn't judge anybody, he gave his take and you gave yours. We're all as humans allowed our opinion or take on any matter. He didn't judge anybody, he gave his opinion.

[@edwina.9733]

Always loved and will forever love Mark Jackson. Always wanted him to coach the Knicks and still can’t wait to see the day he does.

[@brendaburgman342]

Thank you Stephen A. Smith!!! Some people can't handle the truth. But God will take care of Mark Jackson and his family!!!

[@tswin7160]

Momma, there goes that man! Hand down, man down! We love you Mark.

[@jpruitt40]

Thank you for you speaking up for brother Mark Jackson. Dudes a legend! All of this needed to be said 🙏🏾

[@buckkinsel1081]

Very true love Mark Jackson 🙏

[@user-ub5fe2gs3m]

legend for what? he is not a champ as player and couch.

[@alaB13]

Jeff and Mark were hands down the best sports commentating duo in basketball I can recall hearing. "Hand down, man down." "Momma! There goes that man"

[@crutchfield5days]

Exactly with Mike Breem. They were the perfect trio. Doc and Doris are so boring

[@etruscancivilization]

@@crutchfield5days The best NBA announcers to me are the two guys for the Charlotte Hornets, with the light skin brother and Dell Curry. Talking about humor and FUN calling a game, the announcer is right up there with the late Chick Hearn of the Lakers, with comments such as "Playing like a mans hair on fire", when a team is losing badly he will say "breaking down like a $2 dollar suitcase", and dozens of other comments similar to Chick Hearns comments about "Jello igling, the eggs are cooling, and this baby is in the refrigerator". Mark is good and definitely should be coaching, and it is obvious that he is being held back in the coaching field...

[@shirleynorwood6652]

Yes we miss him so much Class Act !!!!!

[@MrDuttyred]

Not a big Stephen Smith fan, but I listened to this one and he's so on point!! You earned my respect on this SAS! If Mark dont get a job after this , I won't know what else to say😬

[@Big-Hit]

Steve could get him a job easily. You respect this brotha well give him a spot on first take, problem solved.

[@garywilliams7905]

S A S is spot on. MARK JACKSON BUILT THE WARRIORS and they gave it the current coach and disrespect to him because he is great coach but us that remember the WARRIORS were a laughing stock AND MARK MAID THAT BACK COURT DEADLY.. S A S 1000 PERCENT CORRECT.

[@mjshakar609]

Mark Jackson and Gandy commentary on 2016 NBA finals especially Game 7 is something I would never forget.Those two are the greatest in calling games

[@edupbeat]

“Iguadala to steph Curry, Steph Curry to Iguadala blocked by Lebron Jaaaaames!” (mark Jackson) “wow”!

[@eldio2124]

Facts. I just don’t see how it made any sense to get rid of them. Those two were a dynamic duo, made watching the finals even more interesting

[@halrichard1969]

Because they have both been there and done that. They have the insight.

[@pedrogates3189]

Word !!

[@johnmassie348]

Lol? Everyone hated them they are awful

[@Legendary_Twan]

SA really putting his career on the line in order to take a stand on what he believes. Gotta respect it 💯

[@calsums914]

His job is not hardly in the line. He is ESPN now.

[@Legendary_Twan]

@@calsums914 I hear you he's pretty much the face but he still has to answer to someone else which means he can get packed up

[@idkijs435]

His career ain't on the line. Stop it

[@Legendary_Twan]

@@idkijs435 threatening to air out secrets that could damage the product can get you whacked idc who you are

[@9amMoonwalker]

This; Literally _is_ THE Stephen A. Smith *SHOW*

[@winsomerattigan4293]

Thank you Stephen A for bringing this Topic to the Forefront. I have been watching and Respecting Mr. Jackson from the first time he began playing for the Knicks. He is very LOVED and RESPECTED!!!

[@anitac6488]

Thank you Stephen A. Well said!!! 💯💣

[@billfleming8281]

One of the best Steven A rants he’s done , the man is spot on ! Thanks SAS !

[@Tokyo_Marshall_Official]

Did he mention that Mark Jackson said he was glad Jason Collins was not in his locker room when Collins came out the closet with the Knicks? Hmm well the owner Jacob lacob was a LGBT participant,Google it, Mark has a homophobic label,he was raised a catholic and went to st . John's a catholic school,so he has conservative values,that's why he done4.

[@koolt1684]

​@Tokyo_the_espresso I can't take people like you that don't listen to what the man said. Obviously he knows what Mark said and why he was let go. He said what Mark did was agregious according to GSW. He knows of other people in the sport that also did agregious things in the sport, also unlawful things get fired then at some point get another opportunity. The same should be awarded to Mark. And SAS is calling them out on their bullshit. You must be part of the people he's calling out. I wouldn't make this post but I read you spewing this nonsense and hate to other posts. The LBGT community is no greater than any other community they discriminate just as well as everyone else!

[@cesarspalate1821]

@@Tokyo_Marshall_Officialyou’re not allowed to be conservative and still coach basketball?

[@rael6974]

@@cesarspalate1821apparently not and I’m pretty sure he was echoing the sentiments of the locker room too

[@dedricklane4899]

@@Tokyo_Marshall_Officialthat was so looooong ago. You can’t just turn off his money because of a previous opinion that didn’t result in violence.

[@thomasparker2447]

I loved Mark Jackson as a player and as a broadcaster. Thank you, Stephen A, for defending a good man.

[@abzda1700]

He shouldn’t of spoke on people wife’s and been disrespectful

[@tazzyty6143]

​@@abzda1700s̾h̾u̾t̾ y̾o̾ h̾o̾e̾ a̾s̾s̾ u̾p̾ b̾e̾f̾o̾r̾e̾ I̾ s̾p̾e̾a̾k̾ o̾n̾ u̾

[@keithjoseph128]

Being defended by him is not a good thing.

[@godscience7821]

Fax we know what this is and because this person says he shouldn’t of spoke on people’s wife I don’t know what you talking about but you perfect ha. Like the master teacher said he without sin cast the first stone. That man is being whiteballed

[@Tony_Tucka]

​@@godscience7821Facts

[@vivid2423]

Much respect. Thanks for using your platform to assist in this regard. God bless

[@user-gy2in5df9w]

Steven A always keeps it real !

[@djharvey24]

I’ve been saying this for years that Mark Jackson has been getting blatantly blackballed from head coaching jobs. This nonsense has to stop. Thank you Stephen A. for using your platform to address this. Everyone else is quite about this and just letting it go unchecked. He’s better than a majority of coaches that’s coaching now and would hold these players accountable.

[@tesstickles1280]

Mark Jackson lost his Warriors job because he was being blackmailed by a stripper he was cheating on his wife with! Mark paid her once, but she kept coming back and Mark had to get the FBI involed. He was a precher at his own church when it happened!

[@vaudou_]

Alexis Adams is the dancer that Mark Jackson had an affair with. He was extorted by her while he was coaching the Warriors. That's one of the tamest things that went on while he was coaching. The people who defend Mark Jackson the most always seem to know the least.

[@genemccloud6279]

Love Mark Jackson, his play calling, his humor, his coaching, right on Stephen!

[@jpcoqueran]

His play calling was terrible.

[@NYPACenter]

Thank you Stephen A... you are a true brother and a great man, and how you are supporting your brother inspires me to stand up for my brothers as well. Thank you for your compassion and realness. Mark Jackson is a great man, and I have the utmost respect for him. and things are about to change.

[@beardedelephant3023]

Stephen a is the realist sports analyst there is. Nothing they can do to him. He literally has to much power. He stands on everything he says…period

[@user-se7hf3vm3v]

Keep thinking there is nothing they can do to him this is amerikkka.

[@InvincibleYoungEmpire]

It truly is disgusting that every time Mark Jackson is coming across a huge position or role in his career, something comes out for him to be blocked from that. Glad that Stephen A took the time to speak on it and gave Mark his flowers.

[@MitchellBahamas]

It's because he's a man of faith. Anybody like that gets torn down in this unGodly world. Please believe he WILL hae the last laugh. Mark my words (no pun intended lol)

[@GlobeNinetyNine]

@@MitchellBahamasI don’t know about all that chief.

[@jaysmith61]

Exactly shit is ridiculous

[@teepitts7270]

​@@GlobeNinetyNinewell "chief" tell us what it's all about?

[@baldeagle4710]

Mark is a millionaire and will never have to work again. He will survive trust me

[@broncosstampede494]

This Is The Stephen A The World Needs ❤

[@BLACKMAAT]

WHY DID STEPHEN A SMITH FAIL TO SUPPORT JIM TROTTER THIS WAY? WHY DID STEPHEN A SMITH FAIL TO ATTACK ESPN FOR FIRING MARK JACKSON BECAUSE THRY HIRED BOB MEYERS THE MAN WHO FIRED MARK JACKSON FROM THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS?

[@clutchk5240]

Can’t lie I appreciate Stephen Smith much more on his platform then I do ESPN.

[@BLACKMAAT]

@@clutchk5240 HE IS THE SAME 1. 🤡 2.LYING HYPOCRITICAL FRAUD

[@smokinbu4892]

amen to that!

[@wizardmaster6639]

Mark is an absolute gentleman and knows so much about basketball.. I truly enjoy his commentary and he is right on the spot every time - if anyone out there is going out of their way to tarnish this man's career or future - you really are scum - I am just a fan of basketball, a lifetime Lakers fan - but Mark is in my adult fair unbiased intelligent opinion based on my own observations of his knowledge of basketball and leadership is a phenomenal expert and deserves to have a head-coaching job - I am shocked that the Lakers when they were looking did not hire him - He needs to stay in basketball because he is great for it. Thank you SA for doing this for him and you should also tell everyone WHO this person or persons are so we all know - because it will matter.

[@williehubbard3989]

Mark Jackson love your professionalizm and knowledge of the game Mama there goes that man love it ♥️🙏🏾🤛🏿

[@natejay82]

At some point people like mark Jackson and Sam casell deserve a head coaching job.

[@tommymack4677]

At some point?!

[@aaronwestbury]

Mark Jackson failed the Golden State Warriors. Steve Kerr took Mark Jackson's roster and won a Championship

[@RonJP-pm7jp]

@@aaronwestburyso he shouldn’t get another shot?

[@dwoodstwin]

No one wants to work with him.

[@thekingsplacegospeldjc4847]

​@@dwoodstwinDO YOUR RESEARCH

[@JW-1089]

Gotta love Stephen A for this.

[@tonydavisthedj2day]

YOU TOOK THE POST OUT OF MOUTH MIND! 🤝

[@RickJamesFPV]

Fax

[@MrMrHassan]

This is Stephen A best work to date, been saying they blacked balled Mark Jackson. He’s to strong of a man for them.

[@astartes7313]

100%

[@kantusion5166]

He calls himself a "Christian" and he be using profanity 😂😂😂

[@elovesent17]

That’s old school New York, sticking together standing on truth👏🏾💪🏾

[@user-ru6qx8oj9v]

I always wondered why he didn't get another coaching job and I love them as an analist.

[@UddinT03]

Mark Jackson literally built the foundation that created the GSW dynasty. Without him having the confidence in Steph and Klay, the greatest shooting backcourt to ever live wouldn't have happened...with all due respect!

[@user-bd2no6zq2j]

Mark Jackson is a living legend for the 80s babies. Dude have sick assist highlights

[@SNIPER1159]

Miss Mark so much. It was always pleasing a good experience listening to his creative commentary in NBA games. Please be the next coach for the Spurs !!!!! Please !!!

[@raymond_tora]

Good stuff, Stephen A. Mark Jackson is a great man and does an awesome job as coach and analyst.

[@bigpop9396]

This is the brotherly love we need to see more of in this world.

[@latoyadavis7]

💯 ❤

[@ronaldmcfadden1587]

Eloquently spoken and genuinely articulated as we ponder the rationale for Brother Mark Jackson’s rejection. It conjures up thoughts of “Biblical Long Suffering “ and comparisons of modern sport to the classic “Roman “ practices of Gladiator dehumanizing entertainment/sport. Ain’t they got no shame? Ronmac/

[@dfrnt_hues]

Best thing Stephen A. has done in years!!! Respect. 🙏🏾

[@juicelino3867]

In years 🙄

[@wmboyd925]

Thank you Stephen A. Mark deserves a job.

[@josephlee2602]

Heartfelt truth SA stand up for reality ✌🏾🙏🏾✊🏿

[@jeffereywhite1176]

Imo his greatest enduring act is supporting H.B.C.U. 's financially and the exposure for them...

[@artanderson4240]

Then you've been dead for years. Cause SAS is ALWAYS speaking up/standing up for "right causes"...ALWAYS!

[@user-dg9sg5rl1e]

Yes sir, I always felt that way for years, thank you for speaking the truth.......

[@topsykretts8058]

New found respect for Stephen A; no cap. This was one of the many things that needed some light. Hopefully Mark Jackson gets the opportunity that he deserves.

[@bnorris501]

Well said!

[@TeamKP1]

Why does he deserve an opportunity that nigga was a bad coach led by great players he did some crazy and cruel things to his players

[@James-nf7qs]

He was awful as a commentator, and for what he did as coach of the Warriors should prevent him from ever coaching again.

[@timdavis9279]

I agree, lately he’s been trying to make me like him. Now that he’s speaking up, they will come after him too.

[@goodone5590]

Mark Jackson is a racist he left out Jokic, Karma has come to get him he has nobody but himself to blame

[@SteveBock-rz3fv]

Really going to miss Jeff and Mark together they were really funny

[@christophermendoza6936]

Loved the Duo Hate that they got rid of them

[@itzrichhowudoin]

Seriously! My favorite commentators hands down

[@Johntb100]

they informs us well.

[@alphabeta4028]

Not going to miss Jeff, he always bring some sh!ts and conspiracy theory to the game...

[@Grandmaster_Vic]

@@alphabeta4028that’s why he was entertaining. He’s good at being a shit talker lol

[@jayshredds2464]

I’m glad you spoke out. There are many of us that see what you see and feel what you feel. Your indignation is justified. Thank you for speaking up and speaking out. Because as you said “ it ain’t happening to anyone else “. And that’s a fact.

[@AngelGLive365]

Thank you for this Steven A. Legend!

[@anthonybrown7726]

Mark Jackson is a Class Act! I’ve watched him play at St. Johns till today, Coaching, and as a Basketball Analyst, Family Man, and Mentor. He’s been on my TV and Radio talking Basketball and Talking Life for many years! He truly doesn’t deserve the negativity he’s getting and the NBA should hold him in High esteem. Thank You Stephen A, for supporting a Brother who is enriching the lives of many basketball Fans and our Youth around the Country❤

[@Batangs-mf2os]

Yeah class act, intentionally ignoring Jokic in MVP voting.

[@tesstickles1280]

Mark Jackson lost his Warriors job because he was being blackmailed by a stripper he was cheating on his wife with! Mark paid her once, but she kept coming back and Mark had to get the FBI involed. He was a precher at his own church when it happened!

[@younggully9442]

@@Batangs-mf2os Who you vote for? Why did you vote for them? It’s a choice isn’t it? He doesn’t have to vote the way you want him to Also Jokic just isn’t exciting to watch

[@ds1448]

@@younggully9442nah no excuse for not having him in the top 5. Being an exciting player/person doesn’t have anything to do with being an MVP. Only a complete moron or someone that’s not remotely genuine would exclude Jokic from being in the top 5 Get your garbage out of here. He even tried to say it was a mistake but how does a broadcaster, and former player and coach make that mistake lol. There was really only two people comparable Joel and Giannis. So he’s either a complete idiot or he’s not so genuine. One of the two.. and realistically it’s the latter

[@eddiepotato]

he's openly homophobic, ruined the jazz on purpose, was a known bully within the organization. he's a piece of shit...and your family man cheated on his wife lol

[@SttudDioPierrot]

Mark Jackson/Mike Breen/Jeff Van Gundy was THE Big 3. Very unfortunate situation in terms of nba broadcasting

[@Christopher._M]

Mark Jackson and Jeff would become annoying at times. Mark always said effort or heart was the difference. Even though it was just teams getting out played. Jeff was always criticizing something and. Mike the one guy who did his job and made the commenting exciting especially in big moments

[@YJP23]

Yup they are getting in more females and the ogs get pushed back

[@Blunder03]

Mark Jackson was really bad. He was full of platitudes & JVG ran intellectual laps around him.

[@JmedleyMusik]

@@Blunder03you’re a joke… what does that have to do with this video? Smh 🤦🏽‍♂️ lol

[@JmedleyMusik]

@@Christopher._Mcap

[@michaelcrick3071]

Thank you for keeping it REAL

[@anthonyrubino1704]

Mark Jackson deserves another chance to be a head coach in the NBA ! He has a high IQ of the game just listening to him analyze players and strategies. Chicago Bulls could use a man like him

[@emoso509]

Thank you Stephen A for speaking out on this 🙏🏽💯

[@RyanC143]

When Stephen a smith said accused. Aka Ime udoka

[@sperryclark87]

I love Mark Jackson and knew something’s been missing this season. I remember when he said that Steph & Klay were going to be the best backcourt in the NBA and I remember thinking “calm down.” But man! He knew! Would love to see him back on TV or the sidelines.

[@BigSleeveLess]

I remember him saying that an people clowned him for saying not just you so don't feel any way

[@pondzischeme6430]

SAME! I remember that call. Like chilllllll Jackson.. he knew it. All those practices with those guys, he knew he was seeing something never before seen

[@Ishbikes]

& look who they let get the credit. Steve Kurr, I didn’t want to play the race card 🃏but I’m slapping it down. 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@ninerempire3398]

@@Ishbikesyou weren’t a warrior fan during the mark jackson times . You didn’t know how he was as a coach . You’re just running with a made up narrative . Mark Jackson was an below average coach coach when it comes to schemes and a good motivator I guess . They had elite offensive talent around him but they were middle of the pack offense Jackson’s whole time he was there . As soon as Kerr takes over , they break records offensively . There’s no way Jackson should take credit for that . Open up your eyes

[@sheilacarter8701]

I MISS HEARING, "MOMMA THERE GOES THAT MAN"

[@carldubose1244]

Thank You Steven A. That Was Powerful.

[@aboutadollar1]

Stephen A,Thanks you really kept it honest on this one, OMG !

[@amannamedshame]

MARK JACKSON=CLASS ACT Stephen A. Thank you for bringing this to everyone's attention it needed it to be said- 🙏🏾

[@devellmack]

Steve a Smith just earned the ultimate respect from me. I respect that I appreciate that it took a lot of courage to be able to face the people that try to keep folks down because of their own agenda. Much respect

[@norpriest521]

But why the clickbaiting video title? 😂 I thought they're beefing

[@oxymoron9081]

It’s definitely a step back toward redemption on his behalf. But he definitely has a lot more to reconcile for the damage HE has done to a many careers.

[@user-se7hf3vm3v]

​@@norpriest521wasn't click bait at all reading is fundamental 😂😂

[@midrangegawd]

Thanks for doing tjis SAS. And Hod Bless You.

[@gregorymcnair8600]

Mark Jackson made the Golden state warriors who they are, People should stop and give Mark his flowers, Much love and respect to Mark Jackson I wish him the best for the new year 🙏❤️👍

[@BigKeith510]

Thank you for speaking up for Mark!! The stuff he has dealt with is absolutely ridiculous.

[@zuriberry]

Love Stephen A for this. And much love to Mark Jackson. He definitely needs another opportunity. There's a team or a program that could use him right now.

[@tesstickles1280]

Mark Jackson lost his Warriors job because he was being blackmailed by a stripper he was cheating on his wife with! Mark paid her once, but she kept coming back and Mark had to get the FBI involed. He was a precher at his own church when it happened!

[@kevinmcgaw934]

Charlotte Hornets, and a few other teams.

[@coachwill1]

Agree!! Thank you for telling the truth

[@marcus.6487]

yezsuh…shid, memphis memphis and memphis again…

[@earlpipe9713]

Even if Stephen was totally wrong, or lying about Mark (which he ain't), you still gotta love seeing someone going hard for a friend.

[@missw.6204]

Thanks for saying it out loud

[@AvidUTuber]

I never thought the day would come where I'd listen to SAS for for almost 13 straight minutes

[@sandrahawkins7455]

Me to, lol lol

[@KC_Money]

I met Mark Jackson at a church event in LA when I was in college. Dude was super cool and encouraging. I wish him the best in all he does

[@williammials6080]

I just bet you did meet him at a church event!

[@june8736]

Facts, mark Jackson is just a GREAT HUMANITARIAN and to me is above being a coach or analyst. Dude should be at the executive level or even a owner of a franchise. Way to stay 100 with you block Hollis queens Stephen A and hold up yo brother ✊🏾

[@BLACKMAAT]

I AM PUZZLED WHY STEPHEN A SMITH DID NOT HOLD UP 1 BROTHER JIM TROTTER 2. DID NOT CSLL BULLSHIT ON ESP FOR FIRING MARK JACKSON BECAUSE THEY HIRED BOB MEYERS THE MAN WHO FIRED MARK JACKSON FROM THE GOLDEN STATE WARRIORS

[@ivanshaw2229]

I absolutely love this in you, Stephen A. All the respect, my brother!

[@ryansmith7740]

Thx alot Steven A Smith for using your platform and Juice to help another human Being

[@tathui4187]

Love Mike Breen, Mark Jackson and Jeff VanGundy on the calls for the ESPN and ABC NBA games. They were just great together. Miss Mark and Jeff. And it is sad that Mark can’t get an NBA coaching job all these years after getting fired by the Warriors. I’m sick of it too. He deserves a coaching job now.

[@jamesgoorahoo8902]

That was hands down bar none the best trio of announcers for the NBA

[@xXSprMgaAwsmFxyHtXx]

i literally hated those games

[@Littleboy756]

Very well put together Stephen A. Very well done.

[@jamesanderson2826]

Right on!!! TELL THE TRUTH SMITTY. RIGHT ON! Just what I've been feeling.

[@user-cs8it2ug1e]

This guy always speaks his mind and he s great keep it up bro

[@carnellalexander728]

I normally don’t listen to Stephen A…but something told me to click this…he’s 1000% correct…Mark Jackson needs to be in the NBA because he’s a basketball mind that needs to coach these players in today’s game

[@dking6412]

Exactly the same and was pleasantly surprised

[@teaaet1]

Mark Jackson was a subtle point guard who just got the job done. His color commentating talent is at the upper echelon of the profession, at times the chemistry between him and Jeff Van Gundy left me in hysterical laughter. "Hand down, man down", he deserves to be an NBA coach.

[@tesstickles1280]

Mark Jackson lost his Warriors job because he was being blackmailed by a stripper he was cheating on his wife with! Mark paid her once, but she kept coming back and Mark had to get the FBI involed. He was a precher at his own church when it happened!

[@playen4keeps]

I hear you but Mark Jax was more than just a "subtle" point guard. Dude is 6th All Time on the assists lists

[@garinoroark2005]

@@playen4keepshe was a solid player for sure. Love listening to him and JVG and breen commentate.

[@user-bd3zy6wo7l]

​@@playen4keepshis back to the basket style was outdated

[@green_eye_shy_guy]

“Nice, and simple like pound cake” -Mark Jackson

[@CharlieHepp]

I'm no Mark Jackson fan but I remember when he said that Steph and Klay would be the best shooting backcourt of all time and everyone LAUGHED at this man. Ridiculed him when he refused to separate them. Again, I'm no Mark Jackson fan but the fact that he doesn't have a job in the league is ridiculous. Stephen A. earned my sub with this one. Salute! I dated one of Mark’s relatives, and I well remember my girl raving about how decent, kind, and God-fearing he was behind the scenes and around his extended family. His cardinal sin, I hear, was holding people morally accountable-a nearly impossible task in a sports culture where gifted athletes haven’t been told “no” or “stop” since they were eight years old. I normally don’t listen to Stephen A…but something told me to click this…he’s 1000% correct…Mark Jackson needs to be in the NBA because he’s a basketball mind that needs to coach these players in today’s game SA really putting his career on the line to take a stand on what he believes. Gotta respect it 💯This is by far one of the best commentaries you have done. I felt every bit of the emotion. I applaud you for speaking up for him. Jealousy, insecurities, and hate have destroyed countless lives and professions of Black people. At some point, those who are righteous have to bind together to stomp out this form of evil. For the record, it isn't just whites who are committing the slander, I've witnessed Blacks doing it to each other. I've been a victim of it. Shine the light on all those fools who do it! Always loved and will forever love Mark Jackson. Always wanted him to coach the Knicks and still can’t wait to see the day he does. That powerful message thanks to Stephen A Smith💯spoke truth to power I still remember when ESPN pundits laughed at Mark Jackson when he said Steph & Klay were going to be the best shooting backcourt of all time...YALL STILL LAUGHING AT HIM!!! Mark Jackson literally BUILT the GSW, and then they swooped in and gave Kerr all the credit for them winning. Mark Jackson had a better record every year, yet he was still fired after winning 51 games... DO YALL REMEMBER HOW FUCKING TERRIBLE GSW WERE!!?? Good stuff, Stephen A. Mark Jackson is a great man and does an awesome job as a coach and analyst. Steven A. always keeps it real! I remember the years that Jackson played with the Pacers. When he was on point (no pun), he was unstoppable. I remember during one of the games against the Bulls (don't remember if it was the playoffs or not), Scotty Pippen was trying to guard him and Jackson just kept his back facing Pippen as he kept inching to the Pacers goal. Back then you could lean back. He did so and spun and laid it up on him. You should have seen Scottie's face. He looked like he was going to cry to the refs. 😂😂 Mark Jackson love your professionalism and knowledge of the game Mama there goes that man loves it ♥🙏🏾🤛🏿This is just crazy. Great person, coach, player, mentor, analyst, friend. When he played for my Pacers. I remember him most for a couple of things. He made the league modify the rules b/c he was backing down players from half-court 😂. And he would lead a post-game prayer center court. Many if not most of the opposing players, coaches, and trainers would join. Mark Jackson gave Golden State its foundation. Everyone thought he was crazy. But this dude is a stand-up guy. As a Knick fan and a New Yorker, I would have loved to have heard him on MSG. Mark Jackson deserves another chance to be a head coach in the NBA! He has a high IQ of the game just listening to him analyze players and strategies.

[@user-od2qt1kk7x]

Thank you Mr. Smith

[@Epicstivity]

I played against Mark Jackson in the NBA summer league the last year it was in Irvine back in the old days. Although, I was a no name guy and he was a big name NBA veteran at the time he spoke to me with respect. He was the coolest guy that encouraged me and made me feel comfortable even though I was a no name. Mark Jackson is a solid human being. Very solid.

[@ChromeHeart-hx2ms]

That’s fire

[@Chudsic]

Tight

[@dutchboi2425]

U not a no name bro...salute to your accomplishments

[@Epicstivity]

@@dutchboi2425 I appreciate ya!

[@user-rt7rk4vn3z]

Mark Jackson is one of those characters who gives 100% to ensure success in any organization, but he is one of those few people who tells it like it is, or he doesn't like cleaning coats, that's a term we use in DR to name those people who like to celebrate bosses' jokes, even if their jokes are not funny, normally people like him live hell on the job, I've been there too.

[@demetrioslater8633]

Much much respect to Steven A for this one bc this is a Statement not a Conversation that needed to be said and way overdue. I'm tired of media and NBA analysis disrespecting an upstanding and great man as well as coach. It has to stop like yesterday.

[@thomasgriffiths6758]

As a lifelong UConn Husky fan, I was fortunate enough to see Mark Jackson's St Johns teams play against UConn on more than one occasion and as a fan of basketball, I've always had a special place in my heart for Mark Jackson.

[@SummerSolstice621]

He deserves so much more! Nobody was talking about GSW, Steph, or Klay before Mark Jackson. His commentary was also great. TALK Stephen A. 👏👏❤

[@kharyvines6971]

I GOING TO FAR

[@Its_Shaq]

Facts even GSW FANS hated the GSW WARRIORS AFTER TRADING MONTA they were going to trade steph but mark said nope we keeping Steph trading Monta

[@SummerSolstice621]

@@kharyvines6971 Of all the Cali teams back then GSW weren’t even mentioned 😂. As far as commentary goes, he had some of the best knowledge and one liners. Him, Van Gundy, and Breen made the games exciting. Especially during the Finals.

[@kharyvines6971]

ACTUALLY EVERY COMMENTATOR DOES. THEY JUST HAVE A PERSONALITY.PLUS BASKETBALL PEOPLE ALREADY KNEW ABOUT STEPH AND CLAY. THEY WAS PRACTICING WITH NBA PLAYERS ALL THEIR LIVES. STOP trying to be an ESPN SMART DUMMY

[@745Series]

The NBA Finals will never be the same again in terms of commentary.

[@fiaestebanlara6092]

Yee

[@Damianoutlaw]

The only constant in life is change

[@lawrenceadamson3657]

Preach

[@bwsray]

Fr man

[@americantroy77]

This goes out to you and you and you and you and you!

[@leonnewman6794]

Stephen A. Smith, I Love You, Brother. Mark Jackson, NYC Legend. This Is What Real Love Sounds Like. #TeamShitHere 💯💙🙏🏾

[@youngcnyce]

Much love and respect for Mark Jackson, a man of high integrity and strong faith.

[@cooperscreditconsultingint6792]

Amen!

[@BLACKMAAT]

IF MARK JACKSOM WAS REALLY A MAN OF INTEGRITY HE WOULD NAME THE PEOPLE WHO WERE LYING ON HIM AND WHY THEY WERE LYING ON HIM ITS TIME FOR MARK JACKSON TO SPEAK THAT " MARTIN LUTHER KING JR TRUTH SPOKEN IN HIS VIETNAM WQR SPEECH AT RIVERSIDE CHURCH IN HARLEM ON APRIL 4TH 1967

[@RatBastard701]

A man of integrity ? The same Mark Jackson while cheating on his wife. The same Mark Jackson who said he’ll “knock Savannah James out the park” on national television. Foh

[@BLACKMAAT]

@@RatBastard701 MARK JACKSON HAS MORE INTEGRITY THAN ADAM SILVER

[@LordCarm]

As a man that is pretty damn moderate when it comes to Faith(of my religion). I’ve noticed that ESPN has been hiring bad apples and firing people with a strong faith. It’s a weird string of events happening.

[@gregoryb6305]

This MAN was a Pacers savior/Highlight reel! I am 61 years old and remember the glory of the ABA Pacers and the likes of Darnell Hellman, Roger Brown, Bob Netolecki, Bobbie Leonard ETC... Mark brought that old school ethic and ABA presence back to our game in Indy and I respect him for that alone, Not just as a player but a coach!

[@ccaz7403]

Up until LJ put up that 3 from the corner.

[@justjoan4010]

Awesome commentary, Stephen. “But, I do.” Beautiful. 😊

[@ronaldflagge2282]

Thanks for saying it.

[@gdwb1805]

"Moma, there goes that MAN".... he will ALWAYS BE, Mark Jackson!👑✊🏾🏆

[@williestyle35]

( 0:50 ) not only rookie of the year in 1988, but an All Star in 1989. Currently 6th all time in assists, ranking 1st in 1997, and second to John Stockton when they played together in Utah. Mark Jackson also helped innovate and popularize the "teardrop" shot.

[@jayjohnson7646]

Damn he did invent that tear drop. God once he did it, you knew it was going in too lol.

[@richardgraham802]

He was a lot better than what the NBA GIVES HIM CREDIT FOR AND THINGS LIKE THIS JUST SHOWS U U CAN HAVE MONEY BUT U AINT GOTS WHAT IT TAKES FOR PEOPE TO KNOW U SHOULD BE RESPECTED,,,MAYBE THEY WILL GROW UP ONE DAY MEAN WHE ALL THE HAT KNOWS MARK ACTION JACKSON WILL SAY ,,,( MA MA THERE GO THAT MAN AGAIN 😂❤ STRENGTH TO MARK JACKSON BRUNG ALOT OF GREAT MEMORIES TO THE Garden💪🏽

[@williestyle35]

@@richardgraham802 I have always had respect for Coach Jackson. The Warriors players and Steve Kerr rightly give him credit for creating their "culture of winning". Mark deserves lots of love for doing so well as a Knick, sometimes playing for your home town team can wear a player down. I remember him more from his time with the Pacers, where he and Chris Mullen were the only players in the league still wearing low top sneakers, lol. Mark had a really good career on the court, and after retirement has an nearly equally good career as a broadcaster.

[@ojimorris9908]

Thank you!

[@mercedesmuller1130]

Well stated! He will make it to the top.

[@fredrickashton1465]

This definitely needed to be said for Mark Jackson!