Barkley Stays with TNT, Declines $100M Offers

Charles Barkley has revealed that he turned down at least $100 million in offers from networks such as ESPN, NBC, and Amazon to stay with TNT to protect the jobs of his colleagues. Barkley, who had initially announced plans to retire after the 2024-25 season, decided to honor his 10-year, $210 million contract despite the NBA's new media rights deal excluding TNT from future broadcasts. This decision comes amidst Warner Bros. Discovery's financial struggles and stock crisis, raising concerns about the future of Inside the NBA. Barkley expressed his loyalty to his TNT crew and willingness to explore new show formats to keep everyone employed. Despite the challenges, he remains optimistic about the network's plans to rebrand Inside the NBA.