Set to be quasi-colleagues at ESPN next season, Shaquille O’Neal had recently served notice to Smith and others at the network that the “Inside the NBA” crew was “taking over.”

A crossover segment with Stephen A. Smith created a funny moment. ESPN plans to maintain the show's extensive postgame airtime. Kenny Smith expressed concerns about the crew's control over the show's format after the move.

The Thunder is heading to the NBA Finals as the overwhelming favorite to win it all. But Stephen A. Smith sent out a fierce message.