Stephen A. Smith is the face of ESPN and ESPN knows it.
The worldwide leader’s biggest star is now set to stay with the network through 2025.
This according to The Big Lead.
Smith, whose contract is up in 2020, is set to sign an extension worth “tens of millions.”
One of the biggest, if not the biggest star in sports journalism and television today, Smith has compiled a tremendous resume’ throughout his entire career.
Successfully as the face of the critically acclaimed morning debate show “First Take” along with his extensive NBA coverage, Smith and his entertainment value have proven to be a ratings tycoon for his current employer.
Earlier Monday Smith announced he will be hosting his own ESPN SportsCenter NBA pregame show starting on Wednesday.
Smith continues to earn every dollar that ESPN pays him and he will continue there it appears for years to come.
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