Stephen A. Smith missed his usual spot on ESPN’s “First Take” due to a dental procedure after the Knicks’ painful 107-106 loss to the Atlanta Hawks, where they squandered a 12-point lead in the fourth quarter. He expressed his disappointment on social media, lamenting the missed opportunity to critique the team alongside his colleagues. The defeat tied the first-round playoff series at 1-1, continuing the Knicks’ trend of blowing leads despite coaching changes. Smith is expected to call for head coach Mike Brown to address the team’s offensive struggles in their next game on Thursday.
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Stephen A. Smith Absent from ‘First Take’ After Knicks Loss
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