LeBron James, widely regarded as the current face of the NBA, criticized the mainstream media while backing Anthony Edwards’ stance on not wanting to take on that role following the Los Angeles Lakers’ recent victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves.

Nothing riles up Stephen A. Smith more than his beloved Knicks—and a seemingly personal attack on his profession. Friday’s episode of First Take included some extra pep and pizzazz from the ESPN analyst after Los Angeles Lakers star LeBron James called out members of the NBA media while talking about Anthony Edwards and the face of the league chatter.