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Stephen A. Smith Cuts Ties Amid Papaya Gaming Controversy

12/6/2025

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Stephen A. Smith has ended his partnership with Papaya Gaming, the solitaire game behind the World Solitaire Championship.
ESPN directed its on-air talents to sever ties with Papaya Gaming, a directive not approved by ESPN management.
Mina Kimes apologized for promoting a Papaya-linked campaign, drawing scrutiny of Stephen A. Smith's involvement.
Papaya Gaming faces a federal lawsuit for allegedly misleading marketing practices.

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Stephen A. Smith has ended his partnership with Papaya Gaming, the solitaire game behind the World Solitaire Championship.
ESPN directed its on-air talents to sever ties with Papaya Gaming, a directive not approved by ESPN management.
Mina Kimes apologized for promoting a Papaya-linked campaign, drawing scrutiny of Stephen A. Smith's involvement.
Papaya Gaming faces a federal lawsuit for allegedly misleading marketing practices.