For over two decades now, NBA legend Charles Barkley has been informing and entertaining sports fans as a member of TNT’s The NBA(which airs in part of the 2022 TV schedule). The hall of famer has arguably been a major part of the Emmy-winning show’s success, as fans love to see him give his signature takes on the biggest happenings within the world of professional basketball. It’s been long-rumored that Barkley would step down from his post relatively soon, but those reports have officially been squashed. After the news broke, Barkley spoke out and signed a major contract extension.
Charles Barkley’s The NBA co-hosts Ernie Johnson, Shaquille O’Neal and Kenny Smith also signed new deals to remain with the show for the long haul. While details on his colleagues’ agreements have not been disclosed, The New York Post claims that Barkley’s 10-year extension is worth nine figures. Per the news outlet, Barkley – who currently has three years left on a contract worth $10 million per year – could make well over $100 million moving forward. Barkley could even earn close to $200 million, if he fulfills his entire contract. Barkley released a statement expressing his excitement about the trade. “life-altering” deal:
We’re all a big family – Ernie, Kenny and Shaquille are brothers to me – and I wouldn’t still be here if it wasn’t for them and all the amazing people who work on our show. I’m not gonna lie, though, this is a life-altering deal…and I’m blessed to be able to do live television for a living.
It is not surprising that this news comes after all the talk about Charles Barkley possibly leaving the show. This news was made earlier this year. Barkley opined that he’d probably retireHe was done with his current contract. He seems to enjoy his job and generates lots of buzz. The NBA. (And this could explain why he was offered so much money to continue with the program.
Charles Barkley was a Turner Broadcasting family member and has many memorable moments. From the most hilarious to the most tragic Derailing The NBA over a commercialTo Get pranked with water from a bucket, he’s pretty much done it all. However, TNT can sometimes rein him in, as it did when it said he couldn’t make the trip. Jokes about the “big ole women”San Antonio. Don’t think Barkley’s all about the jokes, though, because he does offer some serious commentary, not unlike when he Several articles were written about NBA players missing gamesAll in the name and service of social justice.
Aside from the Round Mound of Rebound though, it’s great to hear that Shaquille O’Neal, Kenny Smith and Ernie Johnson will also remain on the show for the foreseeable future. Each analyst brings a fresh perspective, and it’s always entertaining to see how their personalities mesh (or clash).
That crew definitely loves to laugh and, if this report is indeed true, they’ll be chuckling all the way to the bank. And since fans are also sure to be excited to have Charles Barkley and the gang, I’d say that this is a situation in which everybody wins.