After much speculation and uncertainty, Charles Barkley has officially announced that he will not be retiring after all. The TNT Sports personality and co-host of Inside the NBA has reaffirmed his commitment to Warner Bros. Discovery and TNT Sports, where he will continue to exclusively contribute for many years to come.
The decision comes amidst the news that TNT Sports is set to lose rights to the NBA after the next season, with Amazon poised to take over. In response, Warner Bros. Discovery has filed a lawsuit against the league in an attempt to prevent this transition from happening.
In a statement, Barkley expressed his love for his TNT Sports family and his dedication to keeping the team together for as long as possible. He mentioned his excitement about developing new shows and contributing to other sports programming in the future. Barkley also commended the leadership team at TNT Sports for their aggressive efforts in adding new properties to the network.
Earlier in 2022, Barkley and the other hosts of Inside the NBA signed new long-term deals with Warner Bros. Discovery, indicating a strong commitment to the network. Despite initial plans to retire after the next season, Barkley’s decision to stay on reflects his passion for the work and the people he collaborates with.
With the potential loss of NBA rights looming, TNT Sports has been actively acquiring new sports rights, such as the French Open and college football, to fill the void. TNT Sports CEO Luis Silberwasser expressed his excitement about continuing to work with Barkley and developing new content ideas and shows for fans.
Overall, Barkley’s decision to remain with Warner Bros. Discovery and TNT Sports is a testament to his dedication to the network and his colleagues. Fans can look forward to more entertaining and insightful commentary from one of the most beloved sportscasters in television history.
