Charles Barkley rips 'idiots' at ESPN, future home of 'Inside the NBA,' for saying 'Lakers saved the NBA'
Briefly

In a recent broadcast, Charles Barkley lambasted ESPN's coverage policy, accusing the network of favoritism towards the Los Angeles Lakers and Golden State Warriors. During his rant, he noted that the Cleveland Cavaliers and Oklahoma City Thunder, both with impressive records, receive significantly less media attention. Barkley characterized the ESPN analysts, particularly Kendrick Perkins, as "idiots" and "fools" for their biased reporting. Anticipating his transition to ESPN in the 2025-26 season, Barkley humorously acknowledged he would be joining the same ranks he criticizes.
Barkley criticizes ESPN's biased coverage favoring Lakers and Warriors despite better records from the Cavaliers and Thunder, calling ESPN hosts "idiots" and "fools."
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