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Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
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Charles Barkley was confident he could be an excellent GM: "I'm not paying guys $20M a year to be one and done"
Charles Barkley was confident he could be an excellent GM: "I'm not paying guys $20M a year to be one and done" originally appeared on Basketball Network. Television analyst, author and businessman Charles Barkley has donned several hats post-retirement in 2000. Known for his exceptional wit and outspoken nature, he changed the landscape of sports broadcasting, adding a more casual and fun tone. Advertisement Part of the award-winning panel on Inside the NBA, Barkley once revealed his plan of action if he ever became an NBA GM. Sharing his blueprint for building a contending team, Barkley stressed seeking advice from the right minds and having a long-term vision. "The key is you got to know basketball. You got to surround yourself with the right people. If I have a guard question, I would go to Reggie, Steve and Kenny because tell me what I'm looking for in a guard. When I watch a big guy play, I joke some of these power forwards are averaging six rebounds a game; they're small forwards. If my power forward getting me six rebounds a game, they're small forwards. My power forward is giving me six rebounds a game; I just can't plug him in. My two guard need to shoot the ball; my point guard cannot shoot it that much," Barkley highlighted his strategy when he was a guest on Open Court. Barkley cited the example of Steve Kerr Kerr, who joined the Phoenix Suns as a consultant in 2004, took over as GM ahead of the 2007-08 season. One of his toughest decisions as an executive involved letting go of their homegrown star in Amar'e Stoudermine, who was due for a five-year max contract. Despite making the Western Conference finals in 2010, the Suns management was wary about giving Stoudermine a five-year guarantee, given his injury history. Ultimately, the Knicks committed $100M to him during free agency, with former President Donnie Walsh willing to take the risk. Advertisement Shedding light on the event, Barkley didn't agree with New York's move. "You know Steve (Kerr) had to make a decision in Arizona with Amar'e Stoudemire, whether to give him another $100M," Barkley began his analysis. "I say, 'Absolutely not.' But I'm not paying guys $20M a year for us to be one and done and that's it. So, I'm always going to build up my team through the draft," he concluded. An old-school guy, Barkley always relied on the traditional ways of doing things. Whether it is despising the concept of super teams or calling out the league over load management, he never minced his words. That said, the professionalism and responsibilities that came with being a GM would certainly require the veteran forward to exercise more restraint. Advertisement Related: "When you start endangering people's health, it's taking away from the beauty of the game" - Michael Jordan criticized how the Pistons and the Knicks played the game A highly volatile job Being in charge of contract negotiations, hiring, operations, and drafting processes as a general manager in the NBA is no easy feat. Though the position has its perks, especially when it comes to power and authority, one cannot eliminate the volatility associated with it. The room for error is not big, considering the stiff competition among 30 teams. Nevertheless, some examples showed the way it's supposed to be done, which include Red Auerbach, Jerry West, R.C. Buford, Jerry Krause, Pat Riley and Sam Presti. Hence, following their career paths could serve as a great tool for those aspiring to be an executive in the NBA. Advertisement For Barkley, it's a lot less stressful for him to be in the analyst chair than the GM one, so given his nature, he made the right choice. Related: Charles Barkley is pissed at TNT for not telling him "Inside The NBA" is moving to ESPN: "Damn, we've been traded?" This story was originally reported by Basketball Network on Jun 20, 2025, where it first appeared.
Daily Mail
5 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Four-time NBA champion drops bombshell hint over plans to retire from basketball
After 13 NBA seasons and four NBA titles, Golden State Warriors forward Draymond Green is preparing for his life after basketball. Having played since 2012, the former Defensive Player of the Year, four-time All-Star and two-time All-NBA selection opened up on just how much gas may be left in the tank for him. Speaking at Sport Beach from the Cannes Lions Festival in France, Green revealed that his days on the court are numbered and he knows how much time is remaining. 'As I transition in the next two or three years from basketball… I know that's where my life leads me in the next two or three years,' the 35-year-old Green said. Green did not go into any more specifics - such as what he might do at the end of his time in the NBA. He has made some appearances on 'Inside the NBA' in the past and currently hosts his own podcast - possibly indicating his desire to work in media full-time after his playing days are done. View this post on Instagram A post shared by New York Post Sports (@nypostsports) Green was speaking on the panel - centered around sports villains and athlete storytelling in the discussion hosted by Stagwell. One of the more notorious 'villains' in the NBA, Green was unapologetic in recognizing the role he plays. 'I think in order for there to be a hero, there has to be a villain,' Green said. 'One doesn't work without the other… It's what creates storylines… If everyone's the hero, who do we hate?' Green was adamant that he's a completely different person off the court than he is on the court, telling the crowd, 'You may not think so, but I don't always try to be hated.' In recent years, Green has been suspended a number of times for his brazen actions on the court. That includes 2023, when he was suspended twice for violent on-court altercations. In November, during a brawl on the court, Green was seen putting Minnesota Timberwolves center Rudy Gobert in a chokehold. After serving his five-game suspension, Green played six more games before hitting then-Phoenix Suns center Jusuf Nurkic in the face. For this, he was suspended indefinitely before returning to the team after missing 12 games.
Yahoo
13-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shaq on 'Inside The NBA' leaving TNT: 'Nothing lasts forever'
Shaq on 'Inside The NBA' leaving TNT: 'Nothing lasts forever' The 15-time NBA All-Star and current commentator speaks with Yahoo Sports senior NBA reporter Vincent Goodwill about the show's end with the network as it leaves for ESPN beginning next season. Hear the full conversation on 'Good Word with Goodwill' and subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever you listen. View more Video Transcript This iteration of Inside the NBA. Advertisement I know you guys had the documentary after the game of Game 4. Just what are your emotions? Are you emotional about what this iteration could potentially going somewhere else? How do you feel about it? There's a lot of people in Atlanta, a lot of people in that Turner family. What emotions come up for you? I realize nothing lasts forever. And at some point change is inevitable. Growing up in the military. Uh, family. I'm used to doing something every 4 years. So I've been in Turner for 12 years. I did 3 terms at Turner. I was telling me to do something else. You know, I don't really get emotional. I'm just thankful and blessed to have the opportunity. Advertisement I'm glad that we're still going to be working together at some capacity, and it's a challenge for us to build something new. We're not going to be doing that show anymore, but us 4 still going to be together. And the good thing we're still going to be shooting in our studio in Atlanta. Somebody's gonna lease our show. So, yeah, it's just not gonna be called inside the NBA on TNT anymore. So we don't know if they're gonna call it inside the NBA on ESPN, but I know for a fact Charles ain't changing. I'm not changing and Ernie's not changing. So ESPN better get ready for all the jokes, all the, all the borderline jokes, all the comforts. Advertisement And hopefully we don't have to make too many apologies. So I think the, the, the title of the show is gonna change, but I think it would be a different question if you're saying, Ernie was going here, I'm going there, rucks and like you don't see us 4 together, but I think all the guys have signed and you will see us together. And it's my understanding, we will be shooting from the same like so our routines are the same. Nothing changes for us. I just think the title of the show, but nobody knows what it's gonna be. But I know when you got us 4 together, we create magic. Big man, appreciate you as always, man. I hope to see you in the finals, brother. All right, thank you, brother.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shaquille O'Neal issues fiery message on Inside the NBA's future
The post Shaquille O'Neal issues fiery message on Inside the NBA's future appeared first on ClutchPoints. The first stern warning ahead of the New York Knicks and Indiana Pacers contest wasn't from either team. It came from another team — the one Shaquille O'Neal is on. Shaq spoke about Inside the NBA's future inside Madison Square Garden. Advertisement TNT is losing the NBA to NBC and Amazon after the NBA Playoffs. Many fans are wondering what becomes of the popular show. Inside the NBA has delivered a more than three decade run. But the NBA's move back to NBC and joining the streaming world has Inside the NBA on shaky ground. O'Neal, who's been with TNT since 2011, sounded off on the show's pending future. He fired off this stirring message. 'It is the ending of the Inside the NBA on TNT…whatever network we're coming to, we're bringing the pain… the show is still here, baby,' O'Neal said. 'You can never kill the four horsemen…we coming to kick a*s and take names!' Game 5 in New York represents a potential final night of NBA action for TNT. Unless the Knicks knock off Indiana and force a Game 6. Shaquille O'Neal delivered one Inside the NBA moment before Game 5 Aaron E. Martinez/Austin American-Statesman / USA TODAY NETWORK via Imagn Images That wasn't the only stirring moment involving the longtime analyst and basketball legend. Advertisement O'Neal showed how strong he still is. He got caught doing bicep curls but not with real weights. Shaq was lifting the show's producer Joe 'Underdog' Underhill before Game 4 went to halftime. Fans reacted to the moment immediately including one impressed by the grown man strength. As each became impressed by O'Neal's strength but also how he wore a suit to get his arm workout in. The panelists then watched Indiana take the commanding 3-1 series lead by beating New York 130-121. The TNT crew witnessed Tyrese Haliburton deliver his triple double inside Gainbridge Fieldhouse. TNT could return to the Pacers' home venue if New York takes the fifth game. But Indiana punches its own ticket into the NBA Finals with one more win. That also means one more night of Inside the NBA on TNT.
Yahoo
08-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shaquille O'Neal hilariously crashes NBA Countdown set before Game 1
Sep 15, 2024; Arlington, Texas, USA; Former NBA player Shaquille O'Neal stands on the sidelines before a game between the New Orleans Saints and Dallas Cowboys at AT&T Stadium. Mandatory Credit: Tim Heitman-Imagn Images The post Shaquille O'Neal hilariously crashes NBA Countdown set before Game 1 appeared first on ClutchPoints. Shaquille O'Neal stole the spotlight before Game 1 of the 2025 NBA Finals with a surprise appearance on ESPN's NBA Countdown set, adding his signature humor ahead of the highly anticipated matchup between the Indiana Pacers and Oklahoma City Thunder. Advertisement The unexpected moment comes just months before the full Inside the NBA ESPN move, where the big man and co-hosts Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley and Kenny Smith will join ESPN after decades on TNT. O'Neal's brief walk-on during NBA Countdown gave fans a preview of what's coming—a blend of unscripted comedy, chemistry, and unmatched charisma. As he entered the studio, O'Neal towered over analysts Stephen A. Smith, Malika Andrews, and Bob Myers. He leaned over desks, playfully jabbed at panelists, and even mocked a wrestling move on Kendrick Perkins. At one point, he turned to the camera with theatrical flair before signing off, leaving the entire panel—and the internet—buzzing. When posted, the video quickly went viral across social media. Fans praised the big man's timing and personality, saying it reminded them why Inside the NBA has been such a beloved show. This wasn't just a comedy bit—it was a teaser for how ESPN plans to inject new life into its studio programming. Advertisement The scene also followed a fiery sendoff during TNT's final Inside the NBA show, which aired after Game 6 of the Eastern Conference Finals—the show's last scheduled broadcast before the network transition. During the segment, O'Neal addressed the audience with a message of defiance and unity. 'The show is still here, baby. You can never kill the four horsemen.' The energy O'Neal brought to ESPN's set is exactly what fans can expect when the Inside crew makes its official debut next season. The move marks the end of an era, as TNT's relationship with the NBA dates back to 1989. Over the decades, the show became not just a show, but a cultural touchstone. Its relocation to ESPN reflects a massive shift in the league's media landscape—and expectations for what studio shows can be. Advertisement Related: Patrick Mahomes' reaction to Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton's Game 1 dagger Related: Pacers guard Tyrese Haliburton's dad steals the show with moment after son's big shot
