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Charles Barkley offered several anti-tanking proposals: block price hikes for teams below .500, award every lottery team a single ping-pong ball to ensure equal draft odds, and remove protected draft picks so trades can’t shield top picks, a package he argues would incentivize winning and reduce lottery manipulation.
Charles Barkley blasted right-wing critics who questioned Bad Bunny’s American identity as he headlines the Super Bowl LX halftime, praising the Puerto Rican star and noting his decision not to perform in the U.S. amid ICE concerns, with NFL backing the global‑leaning act despite the backlash.
Charles Barkley called Paul George’s 25-game suspension for violating the NBA’s anti-drug program “fishy,” suggesting a mental health treatment could merit a hall pass. George acknowledged taking an improper medication during treatment and took responsibility. The 76ers sit 27-21 and sixth in the East, benefiting from George’s production alongside rookie VJ Edgecombe, Joel Embiid’s improved health, and Tyrese Maxey’s play while George is sidelined.
Charles Barkley criticized NBC's handling of Michael Jordan's media deal, saying the partnership was disingenuous and a bad look after Jordan's role was reduced to a single interview and sprinkled throughout the season, with no clear plan for additional access.
After a fatal shooting by a federal officer in Minneapolis, which eyewitness footage later disputed as possibly showing a phone rather than a weapon, the NBA postponed the Timberwolves–Warriors game to prioritize community safety. Charles Barkley condemned the deaths, saying “Two people have died for no reason” and urging adults to take responsibility, as the city has seen a second fatal federal shooting this month (with an earlier ICE killing cited). The league rescheduled the game for Sunday as part of its safety response.
NBA game between the Minnesota Timberwolves and Golden State Warriors was postponed after an ICE-involved shooting in Minneapolis. Charles Barkley urged ‘adults’ to step up, calling the incident sad as fatalities occurred and protests surrounding immigration enforcement continue; the piece also criticizes state and city leaders for not cooperating with federal authorities, linking the unrest to broader immigration tensions amid a canceled NBA game.
Charles Barkley told ESPN he wouldn’t mind being fired, joking that his seven‑year contract means they’d have to pay him for the full term, after a blunt critique of reporters on The Dan Le Batard Show that underscored his unapologetic, candid persona in sports media.
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.
Several NBA figures, including Chauncey Billups and Terry Rozier, are involved in a gambling scandal involving rigged bets and insider information, prompting strong condemnations from sports analysts like Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal.
At the American Century Championship, Joe Pavelski leads after the first round, while Charles Barkley impresses with his best-ever performance, including an eagle, and Stephen Curry remains close behind, playing with family members and staying in contention.
Dan Orlovsky was very disappointed after losing the Emmy for Outstanding Personality/Studio Analyst to Charles Barkley, despite believing he deserved to win. He expressed his frustration and even joked with Barkley afterward. However, he was ultimately surprised and happy when his show, NFL Live, won the award. Despite the emotional rollercoaster, Orlovsky celebrated a new multi-year deal with ESPN.
Charles Barkley believes the NBA Finals is over after the Oklahoma City Thunder's comeback win to even the series at 2-2, but this may be premature as the series still has three games remaining and the Pacers are capable of bouncing back.
Charles Barkley humorously commented on the New York Knicks' ongoing coaching search, joking that they might wait until the NBA Finals conclude to make further requests, especially if Rick Carlisle wins the championship with the Indiana Pacers, highlighting the Knicks' persistent and somewhat humorous approach to hiring a new coach.
Charles Barkley criticized Oklahoma City Thunder coach Mark Daigneault for unnecessary lineup changes during the NBA Finals, arguing that these adjustments have negatively impacted the team's performance and effectiveness, and suggesting a return to their original successful lineup.
Charles Barkley emphasized the importance of Game 4 for the Oklahoma City Thunder in the NBA Finals, comparing it to 'D-Day' and stating that a loss would likely end their championship hopes, as only one team has ever come back from a 3-1 deficit in NBA Finals history.