Former Minnesota Timberwolves star and former NBA coach Sam Mitchell brought some unexpected humor to NBA TV on Friday night in NBA Gametime Live.
During a segment previewing various preseason games, Mitchell playfully clashed with his co-host, Chris Miles, in a lively exchange.
The conversation started on a light note, with Miles pointing out that Warriors coach Steve Kerr wasn’t awarded a gold medal for leading Team USA to victory at the Paris Olympics. Miles then shifted the focus, making a joke about their salaries.
“I’m surprised coaches get a paycheck for this show! Maybe you should do it pro bono, my friend!” Miles said.
Mitchell wasn’t one to let the remarks slide. The exchange heated up when he mentioned Miles’ rental properties, hinting that Miles had made money from a beach house during a hurricane.
“Did you rent your beach house in Florida out during the hurricane? How about your townhouse? You wanna call me out? I know what you have and where you live, young fella!” Mitchell said.
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The former Minnesota Timberwolves star took it a step further, warning Miles about the consequences of his teasing. He didn’t hold back, even hinting at revealing Miles’ address during the segment.
“You gonna stop messing with me on national TV! Do I need to give out the address because you’re not at home right now?” In a bold move, Mitchell revealed the address of Miles’ rental property: “____ ____ ____, Sandestin, Florida!” he added.
Viewers Outraged As Sam Mitchell Takes TV Banter Too Far
Sam Mitchell found himself at the center of controversy after his recent live TV segment. During the show, a playful exchange with co-host Chris Miles quickly escalated, which led to Mitchell making bold comments that didn’t sit well with fans.
Following the incident, fans took to social media to express their frustration. While some acknowledged that Miles had initiated the playful teasing, they felt Mitchell’s reaction was over the top.
Calls for Mitchell’s removal from the show quickly gained attention. Many believe that his behavior crossed a line, and such remarks should not be made in a professional setting.
Some of the fans also bashed the producers for letting Mitchell cook and not cutting the scene from the segment.
Mitchell played more than a decade in the NBA, most with the Wolves. After playing, he was an assistant coach for several teams, including the Wolves, Milwaukee Bucks, Memphis Grizzlies, etc.
