Charles Barkley was a star in the NBA played for teams like the Detroit Pistons, the Phoenix Suns and the Houston Rockets. After his retirement, he became a legend as a TV commentator.

Barkley is part of an extraordinary crew for Insights into the NBA next to Shaquille O’NealKenny Smith and Ernie Johnson. However, that illustrious tenure is in jeopardy as TNT failed to secure the league’s broadcast rights for the next decade in a losing battle with NBC and Amazon.

That’s why thousands of fans are still wondering what will happen to Charles Barkley. Chuck has been the biggest icon in recent years and a shocking final decision about his future could be imminent.

Will Charles Barkley retire from television?

According to a report by Andrew Marchand, Charles Barkley will not retire from television, even though the future of “Inside the NBA” is currently in jeopardy. Great news for his fans.

“TNT is not putting up ‘going out of business’ signs at its Atlanta studios. Barkley told The Athletic his contract is for 10 years and $210 million. With or without the NBA, TNT is committed to finding a way to use him and not letting him go elsewhere.”

What will happen to Inside the NBA?

The Wall Street Journal also noted that TNT will make an effort to keep the entire crew together on screen. “TNT could rebrand the studio show Inside the NBA into a broader program that covers all sports.”

In fact, Charles Barkley confirmed in an official statement that all rumors that he would join another network are false. He will be joining TNT.

“I love my TNT Sports family. My number one priority has always been and will always be our people and keeping us all together as long as possible. We have the greatest people and they are the best at what they do. I look forward to continuing to work with them, both on the current shows and new ones we develop together in the future. This is the only place for me. I will do everything I can to keep them entertained for many years to come.”

Miguel Angel Fernandez Castro is a sports journalist and analyst at Bolavip US, specializing in NFL, MLB, NBA, college football, soccer, tennis and golf. With over 15 years of experience, he has worked as a broadcaster, commentator and reporter at Grupo ACIR Radio in Mexico, covering major global events such as the FIFA World Cup, Super Bowl, FIFA Confederations Cup, World Baseball Classic, Pan American Games, PGA Tour and ATP Tour. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in International Relations from the Monterrey Institute of Technology and Higher Education.