Breaking: Kenny Smith Pulls Responds to Critiques Regarding his Controversial Take on Sabrina Ionescu…
In the midst of the NBA All-Star Weekend’s exhilarating moments, the three-point shootout featuring Stephen Curry and Sabrina Ionescu stood out. Despite Curry ultimately winning 29-26, the night was not without controversy.
Kenny Smith, an NBA on TNT commentator, faced online criticism for suggesting that Ionescu should have shot from the WNBA three-point range, which is slightly closer to the basket than the NBA’s.
Despite Ionescu’s impressive 26-point performance from the men’s three-point line, Kenny Smith defended his comments during a discussion with Stephen A. Smith.
He clarified that his intention was to advocate for Ionescu, emphasizing the role of muscle memory in basketball. Smith referred to a study about darts players’ accuracy at different distances, highlighting that Curry’s regular practice from the NBA distance provides him with an advantage.
"Much ado about nothing, honestly. Most people who know basketball understood… I was advocating for her more than anything else… [My] track record speaks for itself."
Kenny Smith clarifies his comments on Sabrina Ionescu 🗣️
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Smith argued that the advantage was not based on gender or genetics but on muscle memory developed through practice. Although he has stated his perspective, the controversy may persist for some time due to the significant viewership of the event.
The NBA-WNBA crossover event, a groundbreaking occurrence, received substantial attention. With Stephen Curry and Sabrina Ionescu delivering an impressive performance, similar events are likely to be a recurring success in the coming years.
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