A fresh rumor claiming Stephen A. Smith and First Take co-host Molly Qerim are dating has surfaced online and had fans going off as it was accompanied by a really spicy quote.
Speculation over a possible relationship between Smith and Molly, who used to be married to Jalen Rose, has been out there for over a year now. However, this week, a Twitter account going by the handle @TheNBACentel shared a new claim. The account is a parody of NBA Central, a reputable basketball news account with over 1.2 million followers, so it was able to slip under radars.
The tweet has already garnered north of half a million views and fans totally fell for the contents, which reads: “Stephen A. Smith and Molly Qerim are reportedly dating,” along with a quote now known to be fake.
You could see some of the reactions here:
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— Matt (@mateo_braulio) July 11, 2023
Thought this was real until I seen the last quote
— Maurice Howell (@Maurice305954) July 11, 2023
Rose and Qerim got married in 2018 after going public with their relationship in 2016. Things appeared to be going great between the pair. But, in 2021, TMZ reported that Rose filed for divorce, which is what sparked the rumors of her sneaking around with Stephen A.
Rose confirmed the report on his Instagram account thereafter, revealing that he and Molly had already been separated for close to a year.
“After being separated for almost a year, Molly and I have officially decided to go our separate ways,” he wrote. “We both agree remaining friends and colleagues is the best course of action for our relationship moving forward. Please respect our privacy at this time.”
He has also addressed the claims involving Smith.
“I work with him [Smith], I got love for him, and that’s my brother. I got love for her, we were friends before we were married, we just didn’t work as a couple,” the former NBA star explained last year. “I just saw her today. We cool! But for me to see the speculation and for people to assume that was why, it bothered me.”
Rose was let go by ESPN late last month while Stephen A. and Molly remain with the company.
VIDEO: Nikola Jokic Has A Humorous Take On Leading The Western Conference In All-Star Rating
Nikola Jokic (Image Credit: X/@DNVR_Nuggets)
The Denver Nuggets have had their share of ups and downs this season, holding a 19-14 record and sitting fifth in the Western Conference. Their inconsistent start even tested the patience of their star, Nikola Jokic, who has been vocal about the team’s need to improve.
Despite the Nuggets’ struggles, Jokic’s individual brilliance has been a beacon of hope. The three-time MVP has been a model of consistency, delivering extraordinary performances night after night. His impact hasn’t gone unnoticed, as Jokic currently leads the All-Star ballot in the Western Conference, surpassing big names like LeBron James, Kevin Durant, and Stephen Curry.
In a recent press conference, Jokic shared his thoughts on leading the All-Star ballot, expressing his surprise at the results with his trademark humor and humility. “Nice. Definitely, it’s surprising. Thank you to everyone who is voting for me,” Jokic said.
To date, Jokic has garnered over 1.4 million votes. His exceptional performance on the court not only cements his status as a deserving All-Star but also positions him as a strong contender for yet another MVP award. Jokic is currently averaging 31.0 points, 13.2 rebounds, and 9.7 assists per game.
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