Mavs' Kyrie Irving ‘Mediator’ in Terrell Owens, Stephen A. Smith Twitter Beef

The Dallas Mavericks guard responds to the back-and-forth between former NFL wide receiver Terrell Owens and ESPN's Stephen A. Smith.

Dallas Mavericks star Kyrie Irving has created some social media drama for himself in the past, but recently, it was him mediating the drama after former NFL star Terrell Owens and ESPN analyst Stephen A. Smith got into an argument over Twitter. 

The quarrel began after a clip was posted about Smith not liking his time with former analyst on his show ESPN's First Take, Max Kellerman. Owens made the comment that Kellerman was "blacker" than Smith, which sparked controversy.

FACTS!!!!!!!!! https://t.co/L2YWXMbykh

— Terrell Owens (@terrellowens) September 16, 2023

Smith kept the drama going by responding to Owens, promising to share "all the things you tried to do behind the scenes - to BROTHERS" on his next Stephen A. Smith Podcast.

After Owens questioned the validity of the statement, Irving stepped in, trying to play the role of peacemaker. Said Irving on Twitter: "Can y’all call each other like grown mature men and clear the air without all of the extra social media back and forth? Get what you need off your chest and move on."

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Irving in the past has been known to be in issue on social media, but since his past drama has been resolved, the guard has yet to put himself in the public eye regarding his PR issues. This Tweet is a sign to the Mavericks organization that hopefully Irving has turned over a new leaf in regards to drama.

Smith later responded to Irving, saying that he "doesn't know the whole story," but eventually agreed with his sentiment. Many are surprised at the result, seeing how quickly Irving broke the two up after they truly seemed to be on the verge of bigger problems.

Respectfully bro, you don’t know the whole story. I have nothing to say to his sorry pathetic ass — but that doesn’t mean you’re wrong! You are right bro! I’m man enough to admit that. I will stand down.#Respect https://t.co/xTm0OuuB37

— Stephen A Smith (@stephenasmith) September 16, 2023

Mavs owner Mark Cuban has said on multiple occasions that Irving, despite his past reputation, is misunderstood. Although this situation is a small example, it supports that point. Irving just wants peace and love ... and to win a lot of basketball games this season.