Channing Frye has become one of the more entertaining former players-turned-podcasters because of his candidness, sense of humor, and personality. He is not afraid to share stories from his 13-year career, including with the Cleveland Cavaliers, even if it means ruffling some feathers.
But before landing with the Cavaliers, Frye started with the New York Knicks, who drafted him as the eighth overall pick in 2005.
He recently revealed on Netflix Sports wild stories about his stint with the Knicks, particularly about Larry Brown, who coached the team during Frye’s rookie season.
A fan on X, however, said Frye was “flat-out lying” and being a “crazy revisionist.” The fan also disparaged Frye’s career.
“Nobody should be listening to a soft seven-footer who averaged four rebounds a game anyway, @channingfrye,” said the fan.
The 43-year-old Frye, who earned a ring with the Cavaliers in 2016, clapped back with a savage remark.
“Won a chip, got rich, and played 13 years. Suck it, Chase,” said the sweet-shooting forward.
Frye was named to the All-Rookie First Team after averaging 12.3 points and 5.8 rebounds. The Knicks, however, only won 23 games, and Brown was fired at the end of the season.
Frye, who hosts “The Road Trippin’ Show” with Richard Jefferson and Allie Clifton, tallied career norms of 8.7 points, 38.8% three-point shooting, and 4.5 rebounds.
He sat out the entire 2012-2013 season due to an enlarged heart. He made an inspired comeback the following year, playing all 82 games—the only time in his career—with the Phoenix Suns, averaging 11.1 points and 5.1 rebounds.
Frye joined the Cavaliers in 2016 after being traded by the Orlando Magic. He was shipped to the Los Angeles Lakers in 2018. After eight games with the Lakers, he returned to Cleveland, calling it quits in 2019.