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• Revisiting the Legendary 1984 NBA Draft Class, Starring Michael Jordan, Hakeem Olajuwon, and Charles Barkley
The 1984 NBA Draft featured future Hall of Famers Michael Jordan, Hakeem Olajuwon, and Charles Barkley, making it arguably the greatest draft class in history....2025
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• ‘Went on an Eating Spree’ – When Charles Barkley Purposely Gained Weight To Dodge the 76ers at the NBA Draft
Know all about why Charles Barkley, a legend of the Philadelphia 76ers, didn't want to be picked by them. The reason was justifiable at the time....2025
• When NBA Legend Michael Jordan’s Key Advice Helped Charles Barkley Make ‘10 Times the Amount of Money’ With Nike
Charles Barkley reveals how a small financial advice from Michael Jordan changed his financial fortunes forever....2025
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• ‘Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant Would Kill You’ — Charles Barkley Reveals Why He Ranks the Black Mamba Over LeBron James
Charles Barkley reveals why he rates Michael Jordan and Kobe Bryant higher than LeBron James despite the latter's staggering numbers....2025
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• Charles Barkley insists NBA Finals is ‘a wrap’ after Thunder’s Game 4 escape

It appears that Charles Barkley is ready to call this year's NBA Finals in favor of the Thunder....2025
• ‘They Gave It Away’ – Charles Barkley Blasts Pacers’ Over Disappointing NBA Finals Performance
After the Indiana Pacers disrupted their chances of lead in Game 4, Charles Barkley laid into their offensive gameplan against the Oklahoma City Thunder...2025
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• Charles Barkley rips NBA for 'unfair' treatment of Nuggets

Barkley believes the NBA dropped the ball in a way that is negatively impacting the Nuggets....2025
• John Cena Makes Surprise Appearance On Inside The NBA, Shaquille O'Neal Pins Charles Barkley
John Cena crashed the set of Inside The NBA on Thursday night. Ernie Johnson, Shaquille O'Neal, Kenny Smith, and Charles Barkley were trying on Peacemaker helmets to promote season two on Max, when Peacemaker himself showed up. Cena had a little trouble with the Peacemaker helmet at first, but he figured it out to join other members of the crew in costume. "OH MY GOD, JOHN CENA'S IN THE HOUSE!...2025
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• The All Oft-Injured Team

Photo by Dave Kaup/Getty Images A major dis from Sir Charles During the 1961-62 baseball season, the great Wilt Chamberlain averaged, AVERAGED, 48.5 minutes per game while playing in a league leading 80 games. Since an NBA game is only 48 minutes long, you must be asking if this is a misprint. No, it is not. Wilt played every minute of every game, plus most of the overtime minutes. In fact...2025
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• Charles Barkley explains why Lakers ‘stink’ amid beef with JJ Redick
Charles Barkley was one of few broadcasters not surprised that the Lakers lost to the Mavericks this Tuesday night, despite the fact that the Dallas squad wasn’t counting on co-stars Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving, who are both recovering from their respective injuries. The purple and gold lost 118-97 at the American Airlines Center. Amid […] The post Charles Barkley explains why Lakers...2025
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• The Linc - Eagles rookie class ranked second-best in the NFL

Photo by Mitchell Leff/Getty Images Philadelphia Eagles news and links for 1/4/25. Let’s get to the Philadelphia Eagles links ... Ranking the top five rookie classes of the 2024 NFL season: Commanders, Eagles struck gold - NFL.com2) PHILADELPHIA EAGLES. [...] Last season, Philly’s defense ranked 31st against the pass, 26th overall and 30th in points allowed, and the team fizzled in the Wil...2025
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• Cigar Thoughts, Game 5: The Seahawks might be bad

Photo by Steph Chambers/Getty Images The New York Giants hammered the Seattle Seahawks 29-20, sinking the Seahawks to 3-2 and amplifying the questions facing the team ***As most of you know, Cigar Thoughts is also a podcast. Check out this week’s episode: — The Seattle Seahawks came into this game fresh off their first loss of the Mika Macdonald era with one more layup before a brutal str...2024
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• Arrowheadlines: Mecole Hardman strongly denies leaking game plans

Photo by Perry Knotts/Getty Images Chiefs headlines for Saturday, March 2 The latest Mecole Hardman Rips ‘False Accusations’ That He Gave Jets’ Gameplan to Chiefs, Eagles | Bleacher Report Hardman posted Friday on X that he would “never leak gameplans to another team”: Hardman began the 2023 campaign with the Jets after spending the first five seasons of his career with the Kansas City Ch...2024
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• Shaq Throws Shade & Denies Laughing at AD’s Injury
Former Lakers center Shaquille O’Neal has denied laughing at Anthony Davis when he got a knock to the head in Game 5 against the Warriors. In the postgame show on TNT, Shaq and Charles Barkley were laughing histerically when they learned Davis had to be escorted from the court in a wheelchair after being elbowed […] The post Shaq Throws Shade & Denies Laughing at AD’s Injury appea...2023
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• Shaq, Charles Barkley couldn’t stop laughing after Anthony Davis wheelchair report

Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley couldn't contain their laughter while discussing Lakers big man Anthony Davis exiting the court in a wheelchair after sustaining a head injury in Game 5 against the Warriors....2023
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• Shaq flamed for mocking Anthony Davis injury in Lakers loss
Anthony Davis suffered a head injury in the Lakers’ loss to the Warriors, and Shaq laughed about the incident. Fans had a response. When it comes to former L.A. Lakers star Shaquille O’Neal, not only is he a dominant force, but also a very sensitive individual; just ask Charles Barkley. However, the former Laker star […] Shaq flamed for mocking Anthony Davis injury in Lakers loss...2023
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• Hangin' with Dwight Howard: A Changed Man, Entertaining Host and Snake Charmer
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• Craig Sager's Harrowing and Emotional Journey Back to the NBA
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• Meet Steph Curry, the NBA's Most Beloved Megastar
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• Deng, D-Wade, Understand Derrick Rose's Plight, and the Price Paid for Playing
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• Charles Barkley on Derrick Rose’s career comments: “That was stupid”
“He’s a great player and a great kid…but that was stupid. We’re so blessed. I limp around but I go home to a big ol’ mansion." —Charles Barkley...2014
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• Charles Barkley Says He Will Not Eat Until Lakers Win a Game
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• Alvin Robertson: A Fallen, Forgotten Spur on Trial for Human Trafficking
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"Steph Curry offered a quick rebuttal to Charles Barkley diminishing Jimmy Butler's standing on the Golden State Warriors."

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"Charles Barkley Rants About ‘Play-In Teams’ Like Warriors, Lakers Receiving Excessive Coverage"

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"Shaq Left Charles Barkley Speechless With Such a Nice Message About Their Friendship"

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"The Boston Celtics and Los Angeles Lakers played an entertaining game on Tuesday night that went to overtime, but Charles Barkley had seen more than enough after the first half."

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"Considering he’s one of the greatest Phoenix Suns players of all time, it came as a bit of a surprise for some that Charles Barkley decided to pick Giannis Antetokounmpo and his Milwaukee Bucks to win the title in the NBA Finals."

2020
"Draymond Green escalates feud with Charles Barkley, says he has 'no rings, can't sit at this table'"

2019
"Joel Embiid took criticism from Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley to heart Thursday night and responded by putting up 38 points, 13 rebounds and 6 assists in a 115-109 win over the Celtics."

2018
"The Houston Rockets and Los Angeles Clippers tried to get tough Monday night, but Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley could."

2017
"Charles Barkley says he's embarrassed by response to Donald Trump in Alabama"

2016
"The Golden State Warriors may have proved Charles Barkley wrong last season, but apparently the Inside the NBA analyst still hasn't jumped on the Dubs' bandwagon."

2015
"“Inside the NBA” could be losing its biggest star, Charles Barkley, when his current deal expires in 2016."

2014
"Charles Barkley outlined his plan for a new, ultra-aggressive diet Thursday night, saying he won't eat food until the Los Angeles Lakers win a basketball game."

• Revisiting the Legendary 1984 NBA Draft Class, Starring Michael Jordan, Hakeem Olajuwon, and Charles Barkley
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• ESPN Sources Claim 'Inside The NBA' Will Remain Unchanged In Move From TNT

ESPN will begin to license "Inside The NBA" from TNT beginning with the 2025-26 NBA season with Charles Barkley, Shaquille O'Neal, Kenny Smith and Ernie Johnson expected to retain full editorial control. Sources tell FrontOfficeSports ESPN has "zero plans to change the iconic show's DNA." "Some of the speculation's just nuts," said one source. "ESPN has wanted Barkley and this show for 20 years. N...2025
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• Why Jonathan Kuminga's Warriors contract situation interests Charles Barkley
Jonathan Kuminga's Golden State Warriors role fascinated Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith after the Western Conference semifinals series ended....2025
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• Steph Curry hilariously corrects Charles Barkley's Jimmy Butler description
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• The All Oft-Injured Team
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• NBA All-Star Game 2025’s weird new format and rosters for 4-team tournament, explained

Explaining the new NBA All-Star Game tournament, including the rosters and prize pool. The NBA All-Star Game has a history of tinkering with the format. The league did away with the traditional Eastern Conference vs. Western Conference game in 2017, instead opting to do an All-Star draft with the leading vote-getters. In 2020, the NBA changed the end of the All-Star Game from a running clock to a ...2025
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• Shaquille O'Neal reportedly agrees to $15M deal with TNT, keeping 'Inside the NBA' team intact for move to ESPN

Kenny Smith and Ernie Johnson are also expected to remain with TNT alongside Charles Barkley, who's working on a 10-year, $210 million contract....2025
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• Shaquille O'Neal, TNT Agree To Long-Term Deal At $15M Per Year

Shaquille O'Neal has agreed to a long-term extension with TNT worth over $15 million per year. TNT will begin licensing Inside The NBA to ESPN next season. While Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and Ernie Johnson were already on long-term deals, O'Neal's status as the fourth member of the crew was unclear given his expiring contract. O'Neal is believed to have a net worth of approximately $500 millio...2025
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• The interesting dynamics of the NBA All-Star teams

Whether by design or accident, Shaquille O'Neal, Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith created a unique distinction between the three All-Star rosters when they drafted them Thursday....2025
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• NBA Announces Rosters For 2025 All-Star Game

The 2025 NBA All-Star Game rosters were revealed Thursday during a pre-game TNT show, where coaches Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal, and Kenny Smith drafted players for the new mini-tournament format. The players were previously split into starters and reserves, but those groups had no bearing on team selections. Below are the teams, sorted by their […] The post NBA Announces Rosters...2025
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• Charles Barkley Shares Brutally Honest Take on Anthony Edwards as ‘Face of the NBA,’ Reveals Other Viable Candidates
The Anthony Edwards' 'Face of the NBA' debate rages on as Charles Barkley gives his viewpoints and names three NBA players who could earn it....2025
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• Charles Barkley says SGA will lead Thunder to title and earn MVP honors
After losing their first game of the Western Conference semifinal series against the Nuggets, OKC bounced back and proved why they’re entered the NBA Playoffs as the No. 1 seed with a impactful victory in Game 2, beating Denver by 43 points (149-106) on Wednesday night. After the series was tied 1-1, Charles Barkley made […] The post Charles Barkley says SGA will lead Thunder to title...2025
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• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Vs. Nikola Jokic: NBA's 28th MVP Vs. Runner-Up Playoff Matchup

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander will be presented with the NBA's Most Valuable Player award during the Oklahoma City Thunder's second-round playoff series against Nikola Jokic and the Denver Nuggets, setting up a rare postseason clash between the league's top-two MVP finishers. Historical data compiled by analyst Todd Whitehead's reveals mixed results for MVP winners in playoff matchups against their clos...2025
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• Rockets Notes: Thompson, Brooks, Curry, VanVleet, Green
Second-year swingman Amen Thompson was excellent in helping the Rockets stave off elimination on Wednesday, filling the stat sheet with 25 points, six rebounds, three assists, five steals and three blocks. Houston outscored Golden State by 32 points during Thompson’s 35 minutes. The 22-year-old became the first player since Charles Barkley in 1993 to record […]...2025
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• Steph Curry Defends Jimmy Butler After Charles Barkley’s Take
Steph Curry has paid his running mate Jimmy Butler the ultimate compliment after a comment from Charles Barkley. After the Warriors impressive win, where Curry and Butler combined for 56 points, Barkley spoke about Jimmy being the second option behind Steph. “Obviously, he’s a heck of a player,” Barkley said. “He’s giving you the ability […] The post Steph Curry Defends Jimmy Butler After Ch...2025
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• The Undertaker Once Threw An Alley Oop Hakeem Olajuwon In A Pick Up Game
The Undertaker had a Hall of Fame career in wrestling, headlining WrestleMania events and winning multiple world championships. His greatest accomplishment? Assisting one of the best centers of all time. "When I played basketball, I had an opportunity to play...I grew up in Houston. I got the chance to play with the Phi Slama Jama guys in the summer league. I got to play at Fonde Rec. Fonde Rec...2025
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• NBA All-Star Game 2025’s weird new format and rosters for 4-team tournament, explained
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• 2025 NBA All-Star Game draft results: LeBron James goes No. 1, followed by Anthony Edwards, Nikola Jokic

This year's 24 All-Stars were divided into three teams drafted by Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith and Shaquille O'Neal...2025
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• Retire Jim Brown’s number NFL-wide? Bill Belichick supports John Wooten’s idea; Wooten shares more with DBN

The gesture would symbolize just how remarkable JB was The passing of Jim Brown in May of last year was indeed a sad day for every diehard NFL fan. It also provided an opportunity. The National Football League (NFL) can now memorialize arguably one of the greatest players ever to set foot on any NFL football field. The NFL should retire Brown’s #32 jersey – leaguewide. Yes, every team. This was...2024
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• Charles Barkley To Ask Adam Silver to Let Tyrese Haliburton’s Dad ‘Back in the Building’ After Pacers’ Game 1 ECF Win
After Tyrese Haliburton's father was banned from attending Indiana Pacers games, Charles Barkley pleaded with Adam Silver to lift his ban....2025
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• Tyrese Haliburton’s dad shown in wild bar celebration — as Charles Barkley pleads for his mercy

Tyrese Haliburton’s game-tying jumper would have been the kind of shot that his father, John, would have been hyped to have seen in person....2025
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• Charles Barkley calls on NBA, Pacers to let Tyrese Haliburton's dad return to games after Giannis Antetokounmpo incident
John Haliburton hasn't been to a game since he confronted Giannis Antetokounmpo on the floor in the opening round of the postseason....2025
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• Charles Barkley would’ve ‘clocked’ Tyrese Haliburton’s dad if he were Giannis Antetokounmpo

Good thing Tyrese Haliburton’s father didn’t roll up on Charles Barkley....2025
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• NBA Announces Finalists For Individual Awards Including MVP
The NBA has announced its finalists for end-of-season awards such as MVP (Most Valuable Player) and DPOY (Defensive Player Of The Year), among others. Each finalist was confirmed on TNT’s Inside The NBA and announced by each of Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith, Charles Barkley, and Shaquille O’Neal. There was a hilarious moment when Barkley pronounced […] The post NBA Announces Finalis...2025
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• The Linc - Eagles rookie class ranked second-best in the NFL
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• JJ Redick and Charles Barkley are now beefing over Inside the NBA coverage quality

Photo by Carmen Mandato/Getty Images Charles Barkley did not mince words in response to a perceived slight about his show from the current Lakers head coach. NBA ratings were the highest on Christmas that they’ve been in five years, but in the weeks before, the media and online fans had to take part in their annual tradition of arguing about why the league’s ratings are down, whether it ma...2025
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• Charles Barkley saying the WNBA is ‘petty’ and ‘jealous’ of Caitlin Clark is a wild lack of self-awareness

Photo by Mitchell Layton/Getty Images On “The Bill Simmons Podcast,” Charles Barkley had a hilariously hypocritical critique of how the WNBA has welcomed Caitlin Clark. Charles Barkley has become one of the most popular and well-liked sports media personalities across the NBA and sports in general in recent years. Most of that is due to him being a direct contrast to the modern cliche talk...2024
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• Charles Barkley Wants To Beat Up Chad Gable For What He Did To Sami Zayn

When Chad Gable turned heel and attacked Sami Zayn on Raw in front of his wife, many WWE fans were upset, including Charles Barkley....2024
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• Charles Barkley: I Was Ready To Whoop Chad Gable's Ass After He Beat Up Sami Zayn
Charles Barkley was ready to fight for Sami Zayn. Monday's WWE Raw closed with Chad Gable pulling Sami Zayn away from his wife and suplexing him on the floor after losing to Zayn and failing to capture the WWE Intercontinental Championship. Charles Barkey was watching, and he was ready to defend Sami. "You know what, I was going to fly up there and whoop Gable's ass. That man whooped [Sami's] as...2024
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• TNT Would Love for Kobe Bryant to Replace Charles Barkley
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• Steve Nash to Be Inducted into Suns' Ring of Honor: Date, Comments, Reaction
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• Charles Barkley Says Idea That Dellavedova Stopped Curry Is 'Ridiculous'
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• Charles Barkley: 1996 Bulls ‘Would Kill’ Today’s Warriors
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• Charles Barkley Says Warriors Will Not Win 2015-16 NBA Championship
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• Jump-Shooting Warriors Troll Charles Barkley with Championship Shirts
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• TNT Re-Signs Charles Barkley, Ernie Johnson, Shaquille O’Neal and Kenny Smith
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• Charles Barkley Says He Will Not Eat Until Lakers Win a Game
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• The Linc - Eagles rookie class ranked second-best in the NFL
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• Knicks Slammed By Charles Barkley Over Chaotic Coaching Situation

The Knicks haven’t played a minute of basketball since their playoff exit but they’ve still managed to dominate the conversation during the NBA Finals and not in a good way. Just before Game 3 tipped off, Charles Barkley didn’t hold back on NBA TV, lighting up the Knicks for their directionless head coaching search after […] The post Knicks Slammed By Charles Barkley Over Chaotic Coaching Si...2025
• 'Stupid idea'? Charles Barkley says 'Inside the NBA' hosts may have another show on TNT

Charles Barkley said that he and the rest of the 'Inside the NBA' crew taped a 'pilot' for a similar show that would run on TNT. ESPN has licensed 'Inside the NBA' starting next season....2025
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• What time does AEW Collision start this week?

AEW Collision A not uncommon question these days... here’s your answer for Sat., May 31. The start time for AEW Collision was up in the air for Saturday night (May 31, 2025). Don’t worry. This isn’t a Black Adam situation, at least not yet. The start time has now become a bit clearer. Collision is scheduled to begin on TNT and Max roughly around 11:30 pm ET after Game 6 of the playoff seri...2025
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• ‘They Don’t Believe in Him’ – Jonathan Kuminga Gets a Harsh Reality Check on Warriors Future Amid Free Agency Rumors
Jonathan Kuminga's future with the Warriors is uncertain. After strong playoff performances, Charles Barkley weighs in on the team's tough decision....2025
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• Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Vs. Nikola Jokic: NBA's 28th MVP Vs. Runner-Up Playoff Matchup
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• John Cena Promotes Peacemaker, Jordynne Grace Praises Giulia, Updated TNA iMPACT! Card
John Cena made a surprise appearance on Inside the NBA to promote season two of Peacemaker. The hosts discussed the show and tried on the helmet when Cena arrived. Shaquille O’Neal later pinned Charles Barkley. The new season is set to premiere on August 21. You can watch the clips below: "OH MY GOD, JOHN […] The post John Cena Promotes Peacemaker, Jordynne Grace Praises Giulia, Updated ...2025
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• John Cena Makes Surprise Appearance On Inside The NBA, Shaquille O'Neal Pins Charles Barkley
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• Heat’s 55-point season-ending playoff loss to Cavaliers is ‘quitting at its finest’: Charles Barkley

Charles Barkley may have said it best during halftime as he took the Heat to task for what was an ugly effort on Monday night....2025
• WATCH: Charles Barkley was appalled that the Nuggets vs. Clippers Game 3 is on NBA TV and not TNT
The 2025 NBA playoffs are in full swing. It’s still the first round, and there are two to three games on each night. Coverage of these games is split between ESPN, TNT, and NBA TV. On Wednesday, the Inside the NBA on TNT crew was discussing Thursday’s slate of games. A graphic appeared on the […] The post WATCH: Charles Barkley was appalled that the Nuggets vs. Clippers Game 3 i...2025

• ESPN Sources Claim 'Inside The NBA' Will Remain Unchanged In Move From TNT
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• JJ Redick and Charles Barkley are now beefing over Inside the NBA coverage quality
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• Cigar Thoughts, Game 5: The Seahawks might be bad
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• WATCH: Shaq savagely shames Charles Barkley on live TV over Ja Morant-Kawhi Leonard story
Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley aren’t exactly the best of friends. These two Hall of Famers have been known to go at it from time time as co-hosts on the NBA on TNT broadcast. Shaq and Chuck had another incident on Monday and unfrotunately for Barkley, it ended up in him being completely red-faced. As […] The post WATCH: Shaq savagely shames Charles Barkley on live TV over ...2022
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• Charles Barkley drops latest savage burn on Scottie Pippen
Charles Barkley and Scottie Pippen have been retired from the NBA for 1985986 years now, but they continue to stir a buzz with their controversial statements. Both Hall of Fame members have never been shy about expressing their opinions on various subjects, NBA-related or not. But for Barkley and Pippen, trash-talking each other is the […] The post Charles Barkley drops latest savage burn on...2021
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• Charles Barkley doesn’t want NBA players like Jonathan Isaac shamed for standing during anthem
NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley doesn’t want players to be shamed for standing during the national anthem. Barkley said this statement on the first day of the NBA restart on Thursday, and then Orlando Magic big man Jonathan Issac chose to stand during the national anthem on Friday during the Magic-Brooklyn Nets game: Charles […] The post Charles Barkley doesn’t want NBA players...2020
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• Charles Barkley: LeBron James should join TNT's playoff coverage
The Los Angeles Lakers have been all but eliminated from postseason contention, so Charles Barkley came up with a great idea: Have LeBron James join the “Inside the NBA” crew for the playoffs. James almost certainly will be a spectator for the NBA postseason for the first time since the 2004-05 season — Basketball Reference is no longer even giving the Lakers odds at this point — ending a remarkab...2019
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• Charles Barkley: Kyrie Irving among the ‘most miserable people I’ve ever seen’
Kyrie Irving has been at the center of firestorm this week, and Charles Barkley believes the recent antics from the Boston Celtics superstar suggest he does not have the sunniest of dispositions. The outspoken NBA on TNT analyst — who has targeted Irving on multiple occasions in the past — was making an appearance Wednesday morning on ESPN when he opined that Irving ” has to be one of the most mis...2019
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• Charles Barkley mocks Jussie Smollett over alleged crime
Charles Barkley made a mockery of the Jussie Smollett situation during a segment on TNT Thursday night. During halftime of the Los Angeles Lakers-Houston Rockets game, the TNT crew was talking about some of their more ridiculous predictions that had no chance of happening. That’s when Barkley went off-script and said “two black guys beating a black guy up,” — a reference to the Smollett matter. Sm...2019
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• Charles Barkley: It’s Magic Johnson’s fault if Lakers don’t make playoffs
The Los Angeles Lakers are on the outside looking in at postseason picture in the competitive Western Conference at the All-Star break, and Charles Barkley believes Magic Johnson should be blamed if the team fails to turn around their season and make the playoffs. Barkley, in an appearance Thursday on ESPN’s “Pardon the Interruption,” argued that the Lakers president of basketball operations so co...2019
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