Stephen A. Smith has never been shy about bold takes, but his latest one has NBA fans arguing again. The veteran analyst said he’d hire Las Vegas Aces head coach Becky Hammon to lead a men’s team, and not everyone agreed.
@stephenasmith wrote,
“If I were a NBA owner, I’d hire Becky Hammon as head coach.” The post was meant to praise her success — two WNBA titles, years of experience under Gregg Popovich, and a strong basketball IQ. But NBA fans quickly split into two sides.
If I were a NBA owner, I’d hire Becky Hammon as head coach pic.twitter.com/uPVxLlB3Wa
— Stephen A Smith (@stephenasmith) October 11, 2025
User @93Deejay_ bluntly fired back,
“Bro women cannot coach men! There’s a different fuckin aspect to men’s basketball in every way than compared to women’s basketball please Sybau fr! Put that up on the podcast.” His take echoed the old argument that gender changes how players relate to coaching, especially in the NBA’s high-pressure environment.
Not everyone agreed. User @str8totheprofit countered,
“Cap, I know a boy high school basketball team in Montgomery, Alabama, won a championship 2–3 years ago with a women head coach.” For many NBA fans, that example proves that leadership and knowledge matter more than gender.
Either way, Stephen A. Smith has once again turned a simple opinion into a national debate.
New Arena Tech for Blind Supporters Earns Praise From NBA Fans
A new piece of arena technology is winning hearts across the NBA community. The innovation allows blind fans to follow games live through real-time audio descriptions synced with the on-court action — and the reactions have been nothing but positive.
User @FastbreakHoops5 broke the news on X, writing,
“New tech now lets blind fans at NBA arenas follow the game.” The post quickly went viral as NBA fans from different teams applauded the initiative.
New tech now lets blind fans at NBA arenas follow the game.pic.twitter.com/o5sJ6lnxL4
— Fastbreak Hoops (@FastbreakHoops5) October 12, 2025
@boflex22 commented,
“Now this is technology that we truly need,”
while @TayoMurph added,
“This is absolutely incredible technology the updated arena should have.”
For NBA fans who’ve long called for inclusivity in arenas, this development isn’t just about accessibility — it’s a step toward making live sports a full experience for everyone. The new system uses spatial audio and localized play-by-play coverage through wireless headsets, giving visually impaired fans the chance to “see” the game through sound.
This project aligns with the league’s recent push toward advanced fan engagement. Teams are exploring ways to make their venues more interactive and welcoming for all fans, regardless of ability.
As NBA fans continue to celebrate this update online, it’s clear that this innovation might set a new standard for arenas worldwide.
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Sabel has been working as a field reporter for People’s Television Network (PTV), mainly about the Philippine Basketball Association since 2016 and has been elevated to Executive Producer for sports in 2022. Aside from being on top of the Philippine sports scene, she is also a running enthusiast. You can also follow her on X at @SabelReyes2 and Instagram at @msabelreyes.
