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sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Barkley bets on being fired for Cardi B joke during Finals

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.

via Fox News|

#cardi-b #charles-barkley #espn

sports-media1 month ago•4 min saved

Inside the NBA Takes Center Stage for First-Ever Finals Coverage on ABC

Inside the NBA will handle pregame, halftime and postgame coverage for the NBA Finals on ABC for the first time, after ESPN licensed the show from Warner Bros. Discovery; the move, paired with strong postseason ratings boosted by the New York market and Victor Wembanyama, is expected to help drive Finals viewership. The article also notes a 15.9 million viewer Game 7 of the Western Conference finals (peaking at 22.2 million), along with a credential-revocation controversy involving reporter Scott Agness over Caitlin Clark injury reporting, and several other sports media tidbits.

via Sports Illustrated|

#espn #inside-the-nba #media

basketball1 month ago•19 min saved

ESPN/ABC unveil high-tech, multi-platform coverage for 2026 NBA Finals: Knicks vs Spurs

ESPN and ABC announced extensive, multi-platform coverage for the 2026 NBA Finals between the New York Knicks and San Antonio Spurs, including Mike Breen’s 21st Finals call, Inside the NBA on-site pregame/halftime/postgame, a Game 3 altcast led by Pat McAfee, ESPN Radio and NBA Today on the road, SportsCenter on-site, Hoop Streams and Hoop Collective, ESPN Deportes, and international streaming; production upgrades feature 1080p HDR, 52 cameras, 4K cameras, AI replay, SkyCam and KnicksCast/SpursCast audio feeds, plus fan activations in New York and Los Angeles.

via ESPN Press Room|

#2026-nba-finals #abc #basketball

sports1 month ago•6 min saved

Inside the NBA Reigns as the Gold Standard of Sports TV

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.

via Sports Illustrated|

#charles-barkley #inside-the-nba #knicks-cavaliers

sports2 months ago•5 min saved

Inside the NBA’s Gone Fishing graphic features Russini and Vrabel after Celtics exit

After the Celtics were eliminated by the 76ers in Game 7, ESPN's Inside the NBA aired its Gone Fishing graphic, featuring Dianna Russini and New England Patriots coach Mike Vrabel alongside a roster of Celtics-celebrity cameos, sparking amused and puzzled reactions from the panel about the tableau.

via Awful Announcing|

#boston-celtics #dianna-russini #gone-fishing

sports2 months ago•2 min saved

Inside the NBA Goes Titanic with Vrabel–Russini Sidelong Satire

ESPN's Inside the NBA breaks from prior caution and pokes fun at the Mike Vrabel–Dianna Russini saga with a bold Titanic-inspired graphic, as Vrabel says he’ll miss the third day of the draft for counseling. The segment ties in Russini’s ESPN/The Athletic history and notes ESPN’s silence on her reporting, signaling a bolder media moment around the controversy.

via NBC Sports|

#dianna-russini #espn #inside-the-nba

entertainment3 months ago•38 min saved

Shaq Bets on a Ring, Pacers Couple Declines Live on TV

Shaquille O’Neal pressure on a viral sideline moment led to the Pacers-Nets couple appearing on Inside the NBA, where he challenged Michael to propose on live TV and even offered to buy the engagement ring after Grace declined, clarifying she’s Michael’s girlfriend, not his wife. The moment sparked humor from Charles Barkley and the crew, and the couple reaffirmed their desire to wed on their own terms, with a standing invitation for the Inside crew to attend when they do.

via Yahoo|

#engagement-ring #entertainment #inside-the-nba

sports5 months ago•5 min saved

Barkley Wants More ESPN Time, Not Less

Charles Barkley says ESPN hasn’t kept him busy since Inside the NBA moved from TNT, noting only four ESPN appearances in three months. He’d like to work more (but not on every show), and the upcoming schedule should increase his air time as Inside the NBA is slated for multiple dates through April and the playoffs, indicating he’s open to more appearances but won’t drag himself onto every program.

via Awful Announcing|

#broadcasting #charles-barkley #dan-le-batard-show

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

ESPN's NBA Broadcast Shakeup: Future of Doris Burke and On-Air Talent Uncertain

ESPN is reevaluating its NBA broadcasting team after the Finals, with Mike Breen confirmed as the top play-by-play announcer but Doris Burke's future uncertain, while Andrew Marchand reports that the current trio may not continue beyond the Finals. Meanwhile, TNT's 'Inside the NBA' will move to ESPN, but Charles Barkley plans to leave after two more years. The small forward free agent market lacks top-tier talent, and key offseason dates, including the draft withdrawal deadline and free agent negotiations, are approaching.

via NBA Rumors - HoopsRumors.com|

#broadcasting #espn #free-agency

sports1 year ago•4 min saved

‘Inside the NBA’ Transition to ESPN Sparks Changes and Criticism

ESPN will take over the licensing of Inside the NBA from TNT starting in the 2025–26 season, with the show maintaining its core cast and format, including postgame segments and live coverage during major NBA events. The show will continue to be produced in Atlanta, with minimal changes to its style, but scheduling and platform distribution will be adjusted to fit ESPN's broader media strategy. Both networks will retain control over their respective content, and the cast, including Charles Barkley, is expected to stay on board.

via Front Office Sports|

#broadcasting #espn #inside-the-nba

sports1 year ago•2 min saved

Inside the NBA's Transition: End of an Era and New Beginnings

Inside the NBA's final broadcast on TNT marked the end of an era as the beloved cast, including Shaquille O'Neal and Ernie Johnson, bid farewell amid emotional moments, with the show moving to ESPN due to new TV rights deals, raising concerns about potential changes in style and content.

via talkSPORT|

#espn #farewell #inside-the-nba

sports1 year ago•7 min saved

'Inside the NBA' Transition from TNT to ESPN Sparks Changes and Farewells

After 35 seasons on TNT, 'Inside the NBA' has signed off from TNT and will move to ESPN, which will continue to produce the show largely as is, with the original cast and crew, marking a significant transition in NBA broadcasting.

via Yahoo Sports|

#broadcast-transition #espn #inside-the-nba

sports1 year ago•4 min saved

'Inside the NBA' Transition to ESPN Sparks Nostalgia and Change

Rob Parker criticizes the move of 'Inside the NBA' from TNT to ESPN, arguing it will diminish the show's unique appeal and authenticity, and predicts it will not feel the same or succeed on ESPN.

via Awful Announcing|

#espn #inside-the-nba #move

sports1 year ago•1 min saved

Charles Barkley Criticizes TNT and ESPN Deal Handling

Charles Barkley criticized TNT for not informing him directly about ESPN's acquisition of 'Inside The NBA,' which he learned about through friends. Barkley, who has been with Turner for over 20 years, expressed frustration over the company's handling of the situation, especially given the show's importance and his long tenure. Despite the initial communication issues, a deal was reached to keep the show on air as ESPN takes over NBA broadcasting rights.

via Sports Illustrated|

#charles-barkley #espn #inside-the-nba

sports-media1 year ago•5 min saved

ESPN Secures Exclusive Rights to 'Inside the NBA' Starting 2025

ESPN chairman Jimmy Pitaro has orchestrated a landmark trade with TNT Sports, acquiring the iconic "Inside the NBA" team, including Charles Barkley, in exchange for Big 12 football and basketball games. This move aims to bolster ESPN's NBA coverage, which has struggled against TNT's popular show. The deal, which involves no monetary exchange, will see "Inside the NBA" continue from TNT's Atlanta studios, while ESPN's "NBA Countdown" takes a secondary role. This strategic acquisition is seen as a significant win for ESPN in the competitive sports media landscape.

via The Athletic|

#charles-barkley #espn #inside-the-nba