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Memphis Grizzlies star Ja Morant drew fresh attention earlier this week after pulling off a grenade celebration—just days after being fined $75,000 for making gun gestures. The move quickly sparked backlash, with former NBA players and Inside the NBA analysts Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith criticizing Morant’s decision during Thursday night’s broadcast. Before the game, […]

Charles Barkley has produced several controversial statements during his long career as an NBA analyst for TNT, and he is not ready to stop now. The audacious Hall of Famer fired a hot take concerning the Western Conference during the halftime show of Thursday’s clash between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Memphis Grizzlies. Barkley, seemingly unimpressed […]

It’s a good thing that Charles Barkley can dish it as well as we can take it from his Inside the NBA crew. Over the years, Barkley made it a tradition of playfully mocking San Antonio’s “big ol’ women.” In a satire of the viral Pop the Balloon series, they got their revenge. If Barkley’s […]

The Philadelphia 76ers franchise has one of the richest histories in the NBA, beginning their 74-year stint thus far in the league as the Syracuse Nationals before moving to the City of Brotherly Love during the 1963-64 season. And with that rich history comes a rich assortment of great players who have donned a Sixers […]

With Auburn’s loss to Florida in the NCAA Tournament Final Four, Johni Broome’s illustrious college basketball career officially came to a close. Though not the result the Tigers hoped for, Broome was still showered with praise by fans after the loss, led by Charles Barkley. Barkley, who was in attendance for the game, embraced Broome […]

Naismith Basketball Hall of Famer Charles Barkley is synonymous with shenanigans and bold takes nowadays, but his love for Auburn is sincere. Expressing loyalty for one’s former university is commonplace, particularly during sporting events, but the star forward-turned-analyst left no doubt to how earnestly he was rooting for the Tigers in Saturday’s Final Four battle […]

Auburn basketball is set to take on Florida in the Final Four. The Gators already have two national championships to their name. Because of that, Florida has obviously had a lot of great players suit up for them. The Tigers haven’t had as many college legends in their history, but they’ve still had some very […]

The Phoenix Suns have amassed a pretty rich history given its overall success as a franchise since being founded in 1968. But it’s surprising that despite its success, the team has yet to win an NBA Championship. Here is a look at the 10 greatest Suns players in franchise history. Phoenix did not take long […]

The Auburn basketball program is one of four teams left in the men’s NCAA Tournament. Auburn’s famed alum Charles Barkley is thinking about his own career, as he watches his team vie for a national championship. Barkley says this year’s Tigers squad should not take any moment for granted. Charles Barkley on Auburn's Final Four […]

Even though Charles Barkley is covering the March Madness tournament and is away from the NBA, he chimed in on the ongoing feud between Lakers star LeBron James and ESPN star Stephen A. Smith, which has dominated the sports world for the past week. James’s appearance on the Pat McAfee show dominated headlines for his […]

In a recent rant, ESPN’s Kendrick Perkins called out TNT’s Charles Barkley. After Barkley went on a two-minute tirade over ESPN’s NBA coverage, Perkins responded on social media. Then, Perkins called Barkley out as a guest on the Road Trippin podcast. “You’re sitting up here f****** calling everybody at ESPN fools and idiots. It’s one […]

Charles Barkley and Stephen A. Smith were hot names on the internet on Thursday night/Friday morning, as fans reacted to viral moments involving each outspoken television personality. The latter, who first explained his heated interaction with LeBron James following the Los Angeles Lakers’ win over the New York Knicks, decided to address Barkley’s fiery ESPN […]

Stephen A. Smith didn’t hold back as he weighed in on the back-and-forth between Charles Barkley and Kendrick Perkins. Barkley, a staple of Inside the NBA, had previously taken a shot at Perkins on live television, dismissing his claim that the Lakers “saved the NBA” and calling him a “fool.” Smith wasn’t about to let […]

Charles Barkley gave a ringing endorsement of the Cleveland Cavaliers that will turn a lot of heads. The Eastern Conference’s No. 1 seed has had an incredible season, with top players like Donovan Mitchell and Evan Mobley making history throughout the year. At 52-10, Cleveland is making many doubters believers, including Charles Barkley. The all-time […]

Inside the NBA’s veteran analyst Charles Barkley has never been one to hold back, and his blunt honesty is a big reason he remains one of the most popular figures in sports media. On Thursday night, he stirred the pot once again with a pointed critique of ESPN. Barkley made it clear he’s fed up […]

Championship teams seem to be hesitant towards White House invites, especially when it involves U.S. President Donald Trump. NBA legend Charles Barkley has his qualms towards that approach. Barkley appeared on the latest episode of The Steam Room podcast with co-host Ernie Johnson. He gave his thoughts on the Super Bowl 59 Philadelphia Eagles, believing […]

Shaquille O’Neal is on the verge of becoming one of the highest-paid broadcasters in sports. According to Front Office Sports, Shaq is set to make $15 million a year in his next contract. The number of years in the deal isn’t known, but if what’s being reported is true, it will make Shaq the seventh-highest […]

Victor Wembanyama has generated one of the biggest talking points in the NBA over the past few weeks. The question? Will Wemby become the next face of the NBA? The question was placed on the back burner Thursday, however, as it was revealed that Wembanyama will miss the remainder of the season due to deep […]

During the 2025 NBA All-Star Game, Milwaukee Bucks star Giannis Antetokounmpo delivered a hilarious yet pointed remark to Inside the NBA analyst Charles Barkley regarding the difficulty of guarding today’s top players. Antetokounmpo turned to Barkley and referenced San Antonio Spurs standout Victor Wembanyama. “Back in the day, you couldn’t guard him. You could not […]

Charles Barkley has never held back his criticism of San Francisco, and Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob knows all about it. While Barkley is known for being the lovable analyst on TNT, he brought out his philanthropic side. The NBA All-Star weekend might’ve changed his perception of the city. He visited the Glide Memorial […]

Shaquille O’Neal is staying with TNT for the long haul. The NBA legend is set for a new deal that will pay him $15 million per year, per Front Office Sports. As Inside The NBA moves to ESPN, that means O’Neal will remain with the crew, accompanied by Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, and Ernie Johnson. […]

Charles Barkley’s wife is Maureen Blumhardt. During his playing years, Barkley established himself as one of the best power forwards in NBA history. Despite being undersized, Barkley once led the NBA in rebounds and averaged 11.7 per game for his career to earn his moniker, “The Round Mound of Rebound.” Moreover, the 11-time All-Star finished […]

Charles Barkley’s net worth in 2025 is $80 million. Barkley is a former NBA superstar who now sits in the analyst’s chair on TNT. Although he announced in June 2024 that the 2024-25 season will be his final one as an analyst, he announced in August 2024 that he will remain with TNT whether they […]

The Los Angeles Lakers extended their win streak to four games with a 120-112 victory over the Golden State Warriors on Thursday night. However, Charles Barkley’s comments during TNT’s Inside the NBA halftime show sparked controversy among Lakers fans. With Los Angeles leading 69-49 at halftime, a fan asked Barkley when he would apologize to […]

As the NBA world continues to grapple with the fact that the Mavericks freely traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers for quarters on the dollar, one league personality who actually liked the deal for Dallas was Charles Barkley, the former Philadelphia 76ers and Phoenix Suns forward who now helps to provide the narrative […]

Charles Barkley is not planning to leave TNT despite receiving interest from other companies. During a recent episode of The Steam Room, Barkley explained the situation, via ClutchPoints. “I want to talk about my future because there’s been a lot of stuff going on about my future,” Barkley said. “I want to make everything perfectly […]

With all of the NBA Trade Deadline news transpiring, Charles Barkley wants to see LeBron James go to the Golden State Warriors or the San Antonio Spurs. After the Los Angeles Lakers traded for Luka Doncic on Saturday, questions arose. Whose team will it be? Can James and Doncic coexist? If that’s not the case, […]

Jimmy Butler’s absence from the Miami Heat lineup has stirred up intense debates, especially on Inside the NBA. The latest controversy stems from Butler’s suspension after he missed a team flight, leaving his team shorthanded for a road trip. On Thursday night, Shaquille O’Neal and his co-hosts dove into a fiery exchange about the star […]

Following the November announcement that TNT Sports would lease Inside the NBA to ESPN, speculation about the show’s lineup has been widespread. A recent report, however, reveals that at least two key personalities from Warner Bros. Discovery’s beloved program will remain onboard. The renowned studio show is anchored by its dynamic team: Kenny Smith, Shaquille […]

When Team USA head coach Steve Kerr decided to sparingly play Jayson Tatum during the Paris Summer Olympics, he opened himself up to a season’s worth of ridicule. Whenever the Boston Celtics star wing receives an accolade, the jokes and taunts come pouring out. Hall of Famer and TNT analyst Charles Barkley took the opportunity […]

Last night, the Boston Celtics massacred the Golden State Warriors on TNT, and Inside the NBA’s Kenny Smith thinks enough is enough. With a 21-20 record and their championship window closing, Smith doesn’t believe the Warriors should go after veterans to make another run. Instead, Smith thinks it’s time for Golden State to cut the […]

Ja Morant is intent on showing fans why he is arguably the most electrifying player in the NBA today. Unfortunately, however, that unofficial honor might be the only one he receives during the regular season. The Memphis Grizzlies point guard missed Friday’s blowout win versus the San Antonio Spurs because of foot soreness. It marked […]

On Thursday, the Sacramento Kings hosted the Houston Rockets for the second game of TNT’s double-header. During halftime of the Oklahoma City Thunder’s dominant win over the Cleveland Cavaliers in the first game, TNT showcased stars Alperen Sengun and De’Aaron Fox arriving for the late game. Inside the NBA host Charles Barkley had plenty to […]

The Houston Rockets have soared into contending status, and their ascent has been quite exciting to watch, as they have assembled one of the brightest young cores in the association. The crown jewel of the Rockets team remains star big man Alperen Sengun, who has continued to flourish as one of the most versatile offensive […]

Throughout this season, many have doubted the Cleveland Cavaliers even though they remain the best team in the NBA. Some critics dismiss the Cavs’ impressive record and statistical performance. It’s surprising how boldly they overlook that Cleveland is on pace for 73 wins and currently boasts a better net rating than the 2015-16 Golden State […]

The Utah Jazz took a tough loss on Tuesday evening to the Atlanta Hawks when a 50-foot bomb from Trae Young went through the net as the buzzer sounded to give Atlanta the win. It was a valiant effort from the Jazz, who were led by strong performances from Lauri Markkanen, Collin Sexton, and Walker […]

Charles Barkley is no stranger to giving his NBA opinion, and the Oklahoma City Thunder are the newest on the list. On Inside the NBA, Barkley dropped a simple message about who he thinks the top team in the NBA is. “OKC is the best team in the NBA,” Barkley said. The 30-5 Thunder have […]

The Dallas Mavericks (21-16) entered Thursday’s matchup against the visiting Los Angeles Lakers (20-16) on the second night of a back-to-back, in the midst of a five-game losing streak and without Luka Doncic, Kyrie Irving and Daniel Gafford. What should have been a runaway win for the road team instead became a showcase of the […]

After Charles Barkley eviscerated JJ Redick during Thursday’s edition of Inside the NBA, the first-year Los Angeles Lakers head coach dropped a gem of a response. “Literally don’t care,” Redick said via Dave McMenamin of ESPN on X. The comments don’t come as a surprise. Redick has been focused on winning and emphasized that in […]