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The NBA All-Star Weekend is one of the greatest times to be an NBA fan.
While the All-Star Game will take place on the last day of the much-anticipated event, the first day will feature a celebrity game among some of the most notable names around the globe.
As the name suggests, it will feature celebrities from different backgrounds showing their love for basketball against each other on the court.
Veteran NBA analyst Stephen A. Smith is scheduled to take part in the game as a coach for one of the sides.
However, Smith was recently seen testing his jumper ahead of the game, and it cost him dearly.
Smith reportedly injured himself and was taken to the hospital to get an ankle brace.
But as per Adam Schefter on Twitter, Smith will still show up to coach one of the teams during the NBA All-Star Celebrity game.
“All I know is that Stephen A. is at the hospital right now getting X-Rays,” Molly Qerim said.
Injury update: After a trip to the hospital, @stephenasmith is in an ankle brace for an injury he suffered practicing against Micah Parsons for the NBA All-Star Celebrity Game. Smith will, however, coach tonight’s game. “Definitely,” he texted. pic.twitter.com/Z9WGXzCxKg
— Adam Schefter (@AdamSchefter) February 16, 2024
Stephen A. Smith has built a career around the game of basketball, thanks to his immense hard work to outperform other journalists.
Well, as many may have expected, Smith’s passion for the game also translates to the court.
Although Smith has an injured ankle, he will fulfill his duty as one of the coaches to ensure that the fans enjoy the matchup.
Will Smith be able to lead his team to victory from the sidelines? Well, fans will find out soon.
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