All articles tagged with #charles barkley
Originally Published 2 months ago — by Los Angeles Times
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.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by NBC Sports
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.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by New York Post
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.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
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.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
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.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Thunderous Intentions
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.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
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.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
Charles Barkley suggests that the face of the NBA is not just one player, but three: Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Joker, and Giannis, emphasizing that these players are taking the spotlight in the league.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
Charles Barkley criticized ESPN's portrayal of Anthony Edwards as the potential face of the NBA, instead praising Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, Jokic, and Giannis as the true leaders of the league, while noting that Edwards is currently more in the spotlight due to playoff attention.
Originally Published 7 months ago — by Sports Illustrated
Charles Barkley's halftime prediction that the Knicks couldn't come back from a 13-point deficit proved wrong as they rallied in the second half to win Game 3 against the Pacers, highlighting a surprising playoff turnaround.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CBS Sports
Charles Barkley criticized the Los Angeles Lakers' handling of Bronny James, LeBron James' son, who was drafted in 2024. The Lakers have Bronny playing only home games for their G-League affiliate, South Bay, and calling him up to the NBA roster for road games. Barkley argues this approach is unfair to Bronny, his teammates, and the coaching staff, as it disrupts team dynamics and doesn't allow Bronny to develop properly. Despite the criticism, Lakers coach JJ Redick stated that this plan was always intended.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Sports Illustrated
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.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NJ.com
Charles Barkley criticized the Los Angeles Lakers for their handling of Bronny James, LeBron's son, by limiting his play to home games with the South Bay Lakers in the G League. Barkley called the decision "awful" and "stupid," arguing it hinders Bronny's development and is unfair to the team. ESPN's Brian Windhorst echoed these concerns, suggesting the special treatment could be detrimental to Bronny's growth as a player.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
Charles Barkley criticized the Los Angeles Lakers for their handling of Bronny James, LeBron James' son, calling it "awful." The Lakers have Bronny playing home games for their G-League affiliate, South Bay, and then calling him up to the NBA for road games. Barkley argues this approach is unfair to both Bronny and the team, suggesting it hinders his development. Bronny has played limited minutes in the NBA, raising questions about nepotism and his readiness for professional play.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Athlon Sports
Lakers rookie Dalton Knecht, initially overlooked due to his age, is proving his worth in the NBA, scoring a career-high 37 points against the Utah Jazz. Charles Barkley had previously criticized general managers for passing on Knecht, calling him a "bad boy" during the preseason. Knecht's recent performance, including nine 3-pointers, highlights his potential and aligns with his impressive college record as SEC Player of the Year.