Trump Slams Stephen A.'s IQ After MSG Appearance — Tension Flares as Knicks Lose Game 3

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News (1 / 1) 10.06.2026 10:57 / Olga

A fiery back-and-forth erupted after President Trump attended Game 3 at Madison Square Garden and ESPN star Stephen A. Smith warned the Knicks' fate could be in his hands — the showdown got personal. Read on to discover the full story!

Trump Fires Back

Leaving New York shortly after midnight, the president responded to Smith's quip by questioning the commentator's fitness for high office. Trump called Smith "a nice guy" but said, "You need a certain aptitude to run for president. You need a high IQ. I'm not sure Stephen has that. I don't think he does." The exchange came after Smith joked he would blame Trump if the Knicks lost.