
Stephen A. Smith Eyes HBCU Basketball Broadcast Deal Amid Calls for Greater Black Representation
Stephen A. Smith is close to finalizing a deal to broadcast HBCU basketball games, emphasizing the hiring of Black journalists and producers. The move follows recent criticism from the National Association of Black Journalists and builds on his prior work with HBCU Week, which has generated over $100 million for scholarships.
Aug 18, 2026