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NBA legend Charles Barkley criticized progressive Democratic policies and potential 2028 presidential candidates during an interview with Chris Cuomo, arguing that abolishing ICE and prisons is impractical and that figures like Kamala Harris and Gavin Newsom lack the seriousness required for the presidency.
Charles Barkley said on The Bill Simmons Podcast that the 2026-27 season will likely be his last on Inside the NBA, and possibly Ernie Johnson’s as well, unless Johnson changes his mind. Barkley stayed on the show during its move from TNT to ESPN to protect the staff, expressing strong affection for the crew, while noting that the upcoming season’s schedule hasn’t been announced yet.
Charles Barkley argued on The Michael Smerconish Program that hostility toward Caitlin Clark and Sophie Cunningham in the WNBA stems from jealousy, sexuality, and race, not just race; he cites the DiJonai Carrington–Cunningham incident and Carrington’s “WHITE PRIVILEGE” post to frame the controversy, and laments that off-court drama overshadows basketball as the league grows.
Charles Barkley blasted pickleball on The Kittle Cast, calling it risky for older players and citing injuries like torn ACLs and broken wrists; George Kittle chimed in agreeing, saying he won’t step on the court, highlighting the broader theme of aging athletes adapting post-retirement and suggesting alternatives like golf for staying active.
Charles Barkley reacted to the blockbuster Jaylen Brown trade, saying the Sixers 'got away with murder' by swapping Brown for Paul George and draft picks, and argued the deal instantly makes Philadelphia a legitimate East contender with Maxey, Edgecombe and Embiid.
Charles Barkley declined the invitation to Travis Kelce and Taylor Swift's wedding, saying he doesn’t attend weddings and would rather play golf, and the invite reportedly included an NDA.
Charles Barkley said on 97.5 The Fanatic that he declined Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's wedding invitation, joking it would be a 'crap show' and that he’d rather play golf than dress up; he’s met Swift once and appreciated the invite, while many sports media figures attended the high-profile ceremony at MSG.
Charles Barkley blasted the San Antonio Spurs after their 29-point lead vanished in Game 4 of the 2026 NBA Finals, calling them the 'dumbest basketball team in the history of civilization' for a late sequence that included eight straight threes and a questionable shot by De’Aaron Fox; OG Anunoby’s finish and a Knicks rebound sealed a 107-106 comeback, giving New York a 3-1 series edge as the Spurs head to Game 5 in San Antonio.
Charles Barkley blasted the San Antonio Spurs after they blew a 29-point lead and hoisted eight straight 3s, allowing the Knicks to rally for a 107-106 win in Game 4 of the NBA Finals; he called the Spurs’ late-game decisions some of the dumbest in civilization, citing a costly missed layup by De’Aaron Fox and a LeBron-like block by OG Anunoby that gave New York another chance, setting up a decisive Game 5.
NBA legend Charles Barkley blasted the San Antonio Spurs after their 29-point collapse in Game 4 of the NBA Finals, calling it some of the 'dumbest basketball' he’s seen and criticizing De’Aaron Fox for taking a late layup instead of letting the clock run; New York completed the largest comeback in Finals history with OG Anunoby tipping in the winner with 1.2 seconds left, lifting the Knicks to a 107-106 victory and moving the series to 3-1 in favor of New York, with the Spurs now facing elimination in Game 5.
Charles Barkley told Fox Sports Radio that he would love ESPN to fire him over a racy Cardi B joke during the NBA Finals, joking that with six or seven years left on his contract he’d still get paid. The piece notes his enduring role on Inside the NBA (a TNT production licensed by ESPN) and explains that despite his provocative quips, ESPN’s Finals coverage has benefited from his presence, with such jokes about Cardi B and other roasts tolerated in today’s climate.
Cardi B’s halftime performance during Game 3 of the NBA Finals in New York triggered a live on-air moment as Charles Barkley joked about Cardi B’s initials, quipping “Cardi D’s” and appearing flustered, with Shaquille O’Neal and Kenny Smith joining in, turning the halftime moment into the night’s most talked-about segment.
The piece argues Inside the NBA remains the premier sports studio show, praising its mix of humor and personality during the Knicks–Cavaliers East finals (from the crew singing New York, New York to Barkley’s playful robot gag), while highlighting memorable moments around the playoff atmosphere (Landry Shamet’s Knicks-fan take, a touching TikTok of a young Knicks supporter named Carmelo, and Cavaliers seating drama). It also notes Barkley’s interview on the SI Media podcast and concludes that Inside the NBA is still at the top of its game despite playoff chaos.
Charles Barkley blasted the Cavaliers for a 'quit' effort in their elimination game against the Knicks, showing clips on Inside the NBA and saying they gave up as Cleveland lost 130-93 to end its season and send New York to the NBA Finals.
New York completed a four-game sweep of Cleveland with a 130-93 victory in Game 4 to advance to the NBA Finals, while Charles Barkley condemned the Cavaliers' first-half effort as 'quit,' pointing to a 20-0 Knicks run, a wide rebounding edge (60-33) and 33 fast-break points for New York.