Ernie Johnson, longtime host of TNT's "Inside the NBA," shared that Charles Barkley struggled to speak when Johnson announced his upcoming final season on the show. Johnson recounted that Barkley "wasn't saying anything" and "was struggling" during the moment, highlighting the close bond between the broadcast colleagues. The revelation came during a recent interview with Pro Football Network on November 6, 2026.
Ernie Johnson Recalls Charles Barkley's Emotional Reaction to His Final Season Announcement on Inside the NBA
