Stephen A. Smith reaction to Knicks draft pick Pacome Diadet becomes an instant meme

Brendan OSullivan

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Stephen A. Smith reaction to Knicks draft pick Pacome Diadet becomes an instant meme image

Stephen A. Smith is one of the most well-known and outspoken Knicks fans.

When the Knicks are playing well, he lets his peers hear it. When New York is struggling, he doesn't hide his displeasure. Either way, he's been a part of some hilarious videos, pictures, and memes.

Another meme was born Wednesday night at the 2024 NBA Draft when the Knicks selected Pacome Dadiet at No. 25. Smith clearly didn't know who Dadiet was — and the cameras caught his reaction.

The reactions to Smith's reaction were even better, as users on X let him have it.

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Smith has witnessed the Knicks make brutal draft choices over the years, but this year was different. New York selected late in the first round, and Smith had no idea who they picked.

Dadiet is an 18-year-old French wing with "promising shot creation skills," per Sporting News' Kyle Irving.

Smith wasn't vocal, but he was definitely showing his confusion through his facial expressions. He blinked relentlessly while trying to figure out why the Knicks selected Dadiet at No. 25 — or who Dadiet is at all.

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Social media had its fun with Smith as the analyst was unaware of who the Knicks had selected in the first round.

Smith was very excited just before the Knicks selected at No. 25.

Things changed quickly after the pick was made, and social media was quick to react.

Brendan OSullivan

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Brendan O'Sullivan is an editorial intern for Sporting News, joining in 2024. He previously worked at Newsday on Long Island, New York after graduating from Quinnipiac University.