Charles Barkley has criticized the NBA for rejecting TNT's matching offer and choosing Amazon for its new media rights deal starting in the 2025-26 season. Barkley accused the league of prioritizing money over fans and claimed that TNT never stood a chance, as the NBA was keen on partnering with tech companies willing to pay more in the future. The decision ends TNT's 40-year relationship with the NBA and its iconic 'Inside the NBA' show. Warner Bros. Discovery, TNT's parent company, plans to take legal action, asserting their contractual right to match Amazon's offer. Barkley expressed his gratitude to Turner staff and NBA fans, promising an all-out effort for the show's final season.