Skip Bayless mentioned that ESPN was upset with him over his recent commentsSkip Bayless (Image Credit: The Skip Bayless Show/Youtube)


Sports analyst Skip Bayless may have retired, but he continues to share his opinions on various NBA topics. After concluding his career on FS1’s “Undisputed,” the 72-year-old has started expressing his views on his YouTube channel, “The Skip Bayless Show.” Known for making bold statements, he recently faced criticism for one of his latest takes.

In a recent episode of his podcast, “The Skip Bayless Show,” Bayless revealed that ESPN reprimanded him for criticizing white American centers. He mentioned that ESPN was upset with him for stating that he would not draft American white centers like Meyers Leonard in the lottery.

“I got a call from ESPN PR. The PR woman was very upset with me, and she asked, ‘Why did you have to bring up race?’ And I explained how, over the previous 20-or-so years, white American centers had been bad Lottery picks; I gave her the facts. She said, ‘Well, you could’ve made that point without bringing up race.’ I said, ‘No, in this case, race is the point.’” Bayless said.


Bayless has consistently found himself in the limelight due to his outspoken nature and often controversial criticisms. His candid remarks and unfiltered statements have garnered significant attention, prompting discussions and debates within various circles.

Bayless Blows Minds With His Opinion On The James Duo

LeBron James and his son, Bronny James, made history as the first father-son duo to play in the NBA at the same time. While many fans, players, and analysts praised them for this remarkable achievement, an unexpected reaction arose. Skip Bayless, known for his long-standing criticism of James, surprisingly referred to the James duo’s achievement as “a special moment.”

“Man, that was very cool,” Bayless said in his recent post. “That was very, very special. Odds billions to one against Bronny James even being remotely good enough at this age to be on any NBA court most superstar’s children just aren’t.”

Bayless’s statement regarding the James duo stunned many fans. The intensity of his statement has left fans eager to see if the Lakers star will respond.