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Charles Barkley gave an unapproved interview to The New York Times, causing tension with his 'Inside the NBA' co-hosts and TNT executives. The interview focused on the uncertain future of the show amid reports that TNT may lose its NBA media rights. Barkley expressed his frustration with Warner Bros. Discovery's handling of the situation, while NBA Commissioner Adam Silver hinted that negotiations are ongoing.
Charles Barkley criticized TNT's leadership for potentially losing NBA broadcasting rights, expressing concern for his colleagues and suggesting his production company could take over "Inside the NBA." He blamed Warner Bros. Discovery's decision to invest in college football instead and speculated that CEO David Zaslav's comments may have angered NBA commissioner Adam Silver. Barkley emphasized the long-term relationships and morale issues among the show's staff.
Charles Barkley expressed frustration over the uncertain future of "Inside the NBA" on TNT due to ongoing media rights negotiations between the NBA and Warner Bros. Discovery. Barkley criticized WBD CEO David Zaslav's past comments and expressed concern for his colleagues' job security. He also mentioned the possibility of moving the show to his production company if TNT loses NBA rights.