Charles Barkley is ill but does not have coronavirus. Kyle Terada-USA TODAY Sports

Charles Barkley tests negative for coronavirus

By Erin Walsh | Last updated Mar 23, 2020 2:42 PM ET

While several NBA athletes have tested positive for the coronavirus, including Rudy Gobert and Donovan Mitchell of the Utah Jazz, one NBA analyst is in the clear.

Although Charles Barkley has been feeling sick since March 12, he provided an update Monday after finding out he tested negative for COVID-19.

Charles Barkley: “I’ve received my COVID-19 test results this morning and they are negative. I’d like to thank everyone for reaching out and expressing your concern and support. You all be safe and please take the necessary actions to help ensure your well-being.”
— Arash Markazi (@ArashMarkazi) March 23, 2020

Barkley was self-quarantining under the suggestions from his colleagues at Turner Sports and his doctors.

The 57-year-old has not called a game since before March 12 due to illness and won't see action any time soon as the NBA has postponed the remainder of its season, while the NCAA has canceled all postseason tournaments, due to COVID-19.

Erin Walsh

Erin Walsh is a Boston sports fan through and through. She graduated Summa Cum Laude from Bridgewater State University and currently is in pursuit of her Master's Degree in Journalism from Northeastern University. Follow her on Twitter @ewalsh90

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