The new rivalry between ESPN’s Stephen. A. Smith and ex-NBA star Rashad McCants is not coming to an end soon. The former Minnesota Timberwolves star decided to continue his beef with the famous analyst by mocking him once again on Gilbert Arenas’ YouTube podcast. The last time McCants sat on the same couch, he was agitated as Smith chose to keep Los Angeles Lakers legend Kobe Bryant out of his top 2. Even after Smith explained his case, it did not go his way after Shaquille O’Neal joined the party late to support McCants. 

Well, to flex his victory now, the 39-year-old wore a T-shirt that wrote, “I’m Sorry Rashad!” along with Smith’s face. Clearly, McCants believes he won the debate as he was also wearing a crown along with custom Stephen A. tee. Later, he shared a few words as well, to tell the audience why he believes Smith disrespected Bryant. Also, there was a few seconds of gratitude towards Shaq, who helped him get a win.

Four days back, after Shaq came in for his support, McCants also tweeted, “That didn’t go the way he thought it would go did it!!!!! I accept your apology brother.” Well, all McCants wanted wad for Smith to put some respect on the Black Mamba‘s name.

Rashad McCants places Kobe Bryant above Michael Jordan

While many would hesitate to do so, McCants has his pointers for it. He shared in a previous episode, “Kobe Bryant will always be the no.1 greatest player of all-time. No matter how you mix it, match it, shape it, cut it.”

The debate sparked once again after LeBron James won the In Season Tournament. For what James has won over the years, McCants believes he is the “King of accomplishments.” Yet, when it comes to just basketball, Bryant is number one for the ex-Wolves star.

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Back in 2017, Rashad McCants had an interview with Colin Cowherd, where he said Kobe Bryant is a better scorer than Michael Jordan. Not just that, but also a better 3-point shooter, a better ball handler, a better passer and a better athlete. That is indeed very controversial, but McCants is a fanboy.

To end the debate, the 39-year-old said Bryant won championships without Shaq, but Jordan did not win a ring without Scottie Pippen. What is your take on this? Do you think Bryant is better than MJ? Share your take in the comments below.

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