Stephen A. Smith Molly Qerim (image source Getty Images)
During a recent episode of First Take, Stephen A. Smith, a sports radio host and sports journalist, was asked about the dating rumors spreading about him with fellow commentator Molly Qerim. Chris Russo asked the question. In response to that question, Smith denied any romantic relationship between him and Molly Qerim.

“No, nothing is going on! Do you understand what I’m saying? America’s been lying about that for a couple of years. Here’s the upside to all of that: they know my taste. So therefore they know that it’s a compliment to her. On the positive side, this indicates their perception of my high standards, which is flattering for her. And obviously, she has excellent taste too. So it seems like a way for America to applaud our good looks. However, the rumors do reinforce that First Take is the best show not only regarding content but also in terms of presentability,” Smith said during the interview on First Take.

Smith smartly put a full stop to the rumors by complimenting Molly during his answer. In December 2021, Qerim announced her divorce from former NBA player and ESPN analyst Jalen Rose after three years of marriage.

Smith confirmed in a 2019 interview with GQ Magazine that he has two teenage children

As one of the world’s best NBA analysts, it’s understandable that people would want to know more about Stephen A. Smith’s life outside of the spotlight. Smith is an isolated individual who rarely discusses his private affairs, but he has progressively begun to do so in recent years.

In a 2019 interview with GQ Magazine, Smith confirmed that he has two teenage children, Samantha and Nyla. Smith has claimed that, despite being unmarried, he hopes to marry a lovely bride one day.

Stephen A. Smith is a brilliant NBA analyst; he knows how to handle such questions about his personal life. Although he will be in a relationship someday, he will never disclose it on national television.

Luka Doncic ‘destroys’ the Mavs on his return. Gets standing ovation and shows love to Mark Cuban

Luka Doncic hits 45 points in his first game in Dallas since being traded to the Los Angeles.

It’s rare for a home crowd to cheer the visiting team, but Luka Doncic’s return to Dallas was no ordinary night.

Just days before February’s trade deadline, the Mavericks shocked the NBA by sending their 26-year-old superstar to the Lakers—a move that outraged fans and sparked backlash toward GM Nico Harrison.

On Wednesday, Doncic played his first game back in Dallas since the trade. The arena was filled with fans in both his old Mavs and new Lakers jerseys, many chanting “Fire Nico” in protest.

Despite the emotion in the air, Doncic delivered a dominant performance, scoring a game-high 45 points to lead the Lakers to a 112-97 win. It was a powerful return for one of the league’s brightest stars—and a night Dallas won’t soon forget

The Mavericks pay tribute to Luka Dončić

While the Mavericks’ decision to trade Luka Doncic remains heavily criticized, they handled his return to Dallas with undeniable grace. The organization made sure his first game back as a Laker was met with respect and appreciation.

Every seat in the arena was draped with a T-shirt reading “Hvala za vse,” which translates from Slovenian to “thank you for everything.” It was a thoughtful nod to Doncic’s heritage and impact on the franchise.

Before tip-off, during the starting lineup announcements, the Mavericks played a tribute video showcasing some of Doncic’s most iconic moments in a Dallas jersey. The emotional gesture clearly resonated—moving Doncic to tears in front of the crowd that once called him their own.

Luka Doncic ‘DESTROYS’ his old team

Luka delivered a dazzling performance against his former team, putting up 45 points on 16-of-28 shooting, including 7-of-10 from beyond the arc. He also added 8 rebounds, 6 assists, and 4 steals in a game that showed exactly why he’s one of the best in the league.

From the opening tip, Doncic was locked in. By halftime, Doncic had racked up 31 points on 11-of-16 shooting in just 19 minutes—marking the 10th time in his career he’s scored 30 or more in a single half.

Though his scoring slowed in the second half, he continued to lead effectively, securing both a Lakers win and an unforgettable showing for the fans in Dallas.