In a shocking turn of events during Game 4 of the NBA Finals, ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith was caught on camera playing Solitaire, raising eyebrows and sparking laughter among fans and players alike. The game, which saw the Oklahoma City Thunder defeat the Indiana Pacers to level the series at 2-2, took an unexpected twist as Smith’s apparent lack of engagement went viral.

Captured by a fellow spectator, the moment quickly made its way to social media, with Thunder star Kevin Durant even sharing the photo on his Instagram story, cheekily urging, “Come on Steve.” The internet erupted as fans questioned Smith’s priorities during such a high-stakes matchup. In his defense, Smith tweeted, “Yep, that’s me. Who would have thought I can multitask, especially during timeouts? Hope y’all are enjoying the finals; this is going seven games now, peeps.”

However, the footage revealed that Smith was not merely multitasking during commercial breaks; he was engrossed in the card game while play continued on the court. The scene was further punctuated by two courtside fans dressed as characters from “Dumb and Dumber,” with Smith’s and Kendrick Perkins’ faces emblazoned on their attire, adding a layer of hilarity to the unfolding drama.

As the NBA Finals heat up, this bizarre moment has become a talking point, overshadowing the intense competition on the hardwood. Whether it’s a sign of boredom or just a humorous distraction, Stephen A. Smith’s Solitaire escapade has captured the attention of fans nationwide, leaving everyone wondering what could possibly happen next in this thrilling series.