"You got people that are alcoholics, you got people that are drug addicts and stuff like that. What was Zion's problem? Food! Food addict!"
"He claimed his popularity was bigger than anybody on your team outside of Zion and that the account only trolled Smith because it is the only thing that can make you relevant."
"Social media users were in agreement that Smith even dedicating that much on-air time to the feud was a win for the Pelicans' social team. Others were stunned by ESPN even allowing the segment to happen."
Stephen A. Smith attacked New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williamson on First Take, characterizing his weight struggles as a food addiction despite Williamson's explanation of his injury recovery efforts. The Pelicans' social media team responded by posting a video compilation of Smith's embarrassing moments, including his infamous first pitch and basketball footage. Smith subsequently devoted nearly ten minutes of on-air time to attacking the Pelicans, claiming his popularity exceeded their roster outside Williamson and accusing the team of trolling him for relevance. Social media observers viewed the segment as a victory for the Pelicans' social team, while others criticized ESPN for allowing such an extended personal feud to air on the network.
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