Charles Barkley Criticizes TNT Management Amid NBA Rights Uncertainty
TL;DR
Charles Barkley expressed frustration over the lack of communication from Warner Brothers Discovery/TNT management regarding the future of their NBA broadcasting rights. Barkley criticized WBD CEO David Zaslav for downplaying the importance of the NBA to TNT and lamented the uncertainty faced by employees. He also shared his concerns about the potential end of TNT's long-standing relationship with the NBA and the impact on morale at the network.
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- David Zaslav Says WBD Is Still Talking With The NBA, But Even Without It The Company’s Sports Portfolio Will Be “Very Robust” Deadline
- David Zaslav Talks TNT Without the NBA, Consolidation, and That Disney-Max Bundle Hollywood Reporter
- Ernie Johnson scolds reporter, Kenny Smith argues with Charles Barkley in behind-the-scenes drama at TNT New York Post
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