NBA COUNTDOWN REMOVES STEPHEN A SMITH

ESPN has unveiled a revamped version of NBA Countdown, and longtime face of the show Stephen A. Smith is no longer part of the lineup. The network introduced a new panel featuring Malika Andrews, Brian Windhorst, Michael Malone, and Kendrick Perkins, with Shams Charania appearing regularly. ⁣
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While ESPN’s announcement didn’t mention Smith directly, the update confirms he has been removed from the pregame and halftime show he’s been associated with for over 20 years. The shift comes as Smith takes on expanding responsibilities across the network, including high-profile coverage outside of the NBA.⁣