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NBA Analyst Charles Barkley Announces Retirement from 'Inside the NBA' Following 15-Year Career

Charles Barkley, a basketball legend turned broadcaster, is retiring from Turner Sports' 'Inside the NBA' after 15 years, following the decision of longtime co-host Ernie Johnson to step down. The duo's partnership has been a hallmark of the show, and Barkley stated he would not continue without Johnson.
NBA Analyst Charles Barkley Announces Retirement from 'Inside the NBA' Following 15-Year Career

Charles Barkley, a basketball legend turned broadcaster, is retiring from Turner Sports' 'Inside the NBA' after 15 years, following the decision of longtime co-host Ernie Johnson to step down. The duo's partnership has been a hallmark of the show, and Barkley stated he would not continue without Johnson.

Barkley, who played in the NBA from 1984 to 2000, is set to leave the popular basketball analysis show 'Inside the NBA' after 15 years.

He announced his decision to retire by the end of the upcoming season, marking the end of an era for the show's fans. Barkley's departure follows that of fellow broadcaster Ernie Johnson, who had previously committed to staying on for two years at Barkley's request. The two have been integral to the show, with Barkley expressing that he couldn't imagine continuing without Johnson by his side.

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It was published on October 23, 2026 and last updated on October 24, 2026. The time of the story is shown in your own time zone on the page.

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