Charles Barkley: Breaking News, Rumors & Highlights

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 14

Shaq, Charles Barkley donate $100k to Dick Vitale’s Gala for pediatric cancer research

Two NBA legends are giving back. Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal are each donating $100,000 to Dick Vitale’s Gala for pediatric cancer research, per ESPN.

NBA News / Bleacher Report / December 13

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How many of the active NBA players to average at least 20 points-per-game can you name in five minutes?

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College Basketball News / Yardbarker / December 14

CBB weekend winners, losers: An unexpected unbeaten emerges

Here are this weekend’s winners and losers.

No. 1 Arizona makes statement in historic win over No. 12 Alabama

Yaxel Lendeborg helps No. 2 Michigan take down Maryland

Trevon Brazile's big game vs. Texas Tech elevates Arkansas' ceiling

No. 23 Nebraska's upset puts them among Big Ten contenders

Kentucky breaks out of slump with huge win over Indiana

NBA News / Yardbarker

Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

Oklahoma City Thunder News / Hardwood Heroics / December 8

Charles Barkley Issues Hot Take on OKC Thunder’s Dominance: 'They’re That Good'

The Oklahoma City Thunder has been the best team in the entire league. With a 23-1 record, they are atop the NBA‘s power rankings. With the Thunder’s dominance,

Shaquille O’Neal and His Friends 'Bet Lots of Money' on Maury Povich’s Paternity Reveal Show

Shaquille O’Neal is known to make ridiculous bets, as we’ve seen over the years on Inside the NBA. He and Charles Barkley would always joke about betting millions on game outcomes, which highlighted their playful rivalry.

NBA News / The Spun / December 1

Dick Vitale, Charles Barkley Teaming Up For Two Games This Season

College hoops fans are reportedly in for a special treat this basketball season as two all-time legends prepare to share the booth for the first time ever as teammates under the ESPN network.

NBA News / The SportsRush / November 28

'Are You As Good As Michael Jordan?' Charles Barkley Pressed His Teammate On Standing Up To MJ

Charles Barkley could do some incredible things on the basketball court back in his playing days. He could run the floor with shocking agility, beat his defender either by posting him up or backing him down, and rebound the ball as well or better than anyone in history.

Phoenix Suns News / NBA Analysis Network / November 26

Charles Barkley challenges ‘lackadaisical’ Devin Booker to do one thing as Phoenix Suns leader

Charles Barkley has been impressed with his former team, the Phoenix Suns, but it’s not Devin Booker, but a bench player who has caught his eye. Despite the turmoil the Phoenix Suns went through this summer, they find themselves in a strong position this season, going 11-7 to start the campaign.

Phoenix Suns News / Burn City Sports / November 25

Former Suns star Charles Barkley wants more from Booker after Rockets loss

The numbers from last night don’t lie, as Phoenix didn’t just lose to Houston, they were outpaced, outshot, and outworked in a 114–92 setback that exposed familiar flaws.

Los Angeles Lakers News / FirstSportz / November 18

NBA Veteran Calls Out Charles Barkley For Asking LeBron James to Retire Early

Charles Barkley is well known for not mincing his words and he had a few words to share about LeBron James. James remains an active member of the Los Angeles roster and is close to making his first appearance in the 2025-26 season.

NBA News / Entertainment on ClutchPoints / November 18

Stephen A. Smith relieved of ESPN on-air duties for popular NBA show

ESPN adjusted its NBA coverage this week and Stephen A. Smith’s role shifted in a major way. The network rolled out its “new-look NBA Countdown team,” led by Malika Andrews with Brian Windhorst, Kendrick Perkins and Michael Malone.

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NBA News / EssentiallySports / November 18

Shaquille O’Neal Announces TNT Comeback Without Charles Barkley After $15M Deal

On May 31, 2025, we watched the iconic Inside the NBA crew take their final bow on TNT after a 35-year run. Ernie, Kenny, Shaq, and Charles signed off as the NBA’s new $76 billion media deal shifted rights to ESPN, NBC, and Amazon.

NBA News / The SportsRush / November 13

Charles Barkley Calls Shaquille O’Neal ‘The World’s Dumbest Doctor’ After Poor Showing on ‘Inside the NBA’

Shaquille O’Neal is a man of many exploits. The four-time NBA champion has been a part of American pop culture for decades now, having starred in countless commercials and films.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / November 13

'King Better Bring the Whole G League With Him': Charles Barkley Doesn’t Mince Words While Reacting to Lakers Loss to OKC

The Los Angeles Lakers moved to 8-3 on the season after winning at Charlotte on Monday, doing it on the back of another MVP-caliber performance from Luka Doncic, who scored 38 points while also leading the team in rebounds and assists.

NBA News / The SportsRush / November 13

Shaquille O’Neal Explains What Deandre Ayton Lacks

The Lakers have gotten off to a superb start to the season, especially considering they’ve yet to get a minute from LeBron James. Entering last night’s game against the Thunder, L.A.

Denver Nuggets News / FirstSportz / November 13

Charles Barkley Makes Major Admission About Nikola Jokic’s Historic Performances

Three-time league MVP and arguably the best player in the league over the last five years, Nikola Jokic has shown no signs of slowing down. The Denver Nuggets center dropped another dominant display as the Nuggets defeated the Los Angeles Clippers 130-116 on Wednesday.

NBA News / Dallas Mavericks on SI / November 13

Charles Barkley has wild take on Nico Harrison trading Luka Doncic

The Dallas Mavericks finally made the decision to fire Nico Harrison from his post as the general manager on Tuesday, which was a decision many expected as soon as he traded Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / November 5

Charles Barkley makes strong case for LeBron James to retire

LeBron James has committed to playing at least one more season for the Los Angeles Lakers, but Charles Barkley thinks he should consider calling it quits.

Charles Oakley takes shots at 'hypocrite' Charles Barkley

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NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / November 4

Charles Oakley takes shots at 'hypocrite' Charles Barkley

Charles Oakley still has no love for his old NBA contemporary.

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Phoenix Suns News / Athlon Sports / October 30

NBA Legend Charles Barkley Announces Personal News

NBA legend Charles Barkley may have won his lone MVP trophy with the Phoenix Suns, but he will always have a strong connection to the Philadelphia 76ers.

Philadelphia 76ers News / Philadelphia 76ers on SI / October 25

Charles Barkley Offer Bolds Take on Sixers Chances

Year over year, the Philadelphia 76ers have been one of the more difficult teams to get an accurate pulse on. This was especially the case last year, after the Sixers’ front office splashed their cash on perhaps the biggest name in that year’s free agency market: Paul George.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / October 24

Charles Barkley, Shaq sound off on NBA gambling scandal: ‘Greed and stupidity’

Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal didn’t hold back Thursday night when discussing the NBA’s gambling scandal. During ESPN’s Inside the NBA broadcast