Shannon Sharpe is facing a hefty lawsuit, but his friend tephen A. Smith is hoping for the best, while understaning ESPN's decision.

Stephen A. Smith responded to Shannon Sharpe temporarily leaving ESPN amid his co-hosts sexual assault lawsuit.

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