You’ve seen him as Nuck on The Chi, but this time, it’s not about the character — it’s about the man behind the role.

Cortez Smith (@cortezsmith.official) joins Courtside Les for a raw, funny, and honest conversation about growing up in Chicago, playing dark roles, and finding peace in real life.

They talk ego, healing, hate, and humor — the parts of the story you never see on screen.
No script. No filter. Just truth.