Stephen A. Smith Calls NBA City 'One of The Worst in America' originally appeared on Athlon Sports. ESPN's "First Take" host Stephen A. Smith issued a strong statement Tuesday directed at local Memphis authorities, claiming that several NBA players perceive the city as an unsafe environment.

Pittsburgh Steelers wide receiver Calvin Austin III called out ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith for his comments on the city of Memphis during recent appearances on First Take.

Several University of Memphis coaches came to the city's defense after comments from ESPN's Stephen A. Smith generated a slew of strong reactions.

Discover three NBA Draft prospects the Memphis Grizzlies should avoid with their No. 16 pick after the Magic trade.

Now that the Memphis Grizzlies own the 16th pick in the 2025 NBA Draft, they must move fast in identifying a potential piece.

With one week to go before the NBA draft, prospects are wrapping up workouts, and trade ideas are being discussed among front offices.

Ja Morant believes reporters should be focusing on the 2025 NBA Finals rather than the status of the Memphis Grizzlies.

Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant took to social media on Tuesday to reaffirm his commitment to Memphis despite trade rumors.