Charles Barkley

Charles Barkley Pulling For Pal Freeney And Falcons In Super Bowl

... for several years and both live in the same midtown hotel — Freeney during the season, Barkley when he is in town for his TNT work. Barkley did not make a prediction for next Sunday’s Super Bowl between the Falcons and New England, but he said, “I’m rooting for the Falcons and I’m rooting for two guys: Dwight and Julio Jones (an Alabama native). I would love to see both those guys win it.”. Asked if he just became a Falcons fan, Barkley said, “I root for the Falcons because I’m from Alabama and they’re our pro team. And I was pleasantly surprised when Dwight came to Atlanta after a year in Phoenix. I met him at Michael Jordan’s golf tournament a while back and we’ve been friends since. I just respect him as a player, but I like him a lot as a man.”. Barkley joked that he hoped to parlay his friendship with Freeney into tips on improving his conditioning. “The thing I was hoping to utilize was, it’s amazing how well he takes care of his body, and I was hoping to use his knowledge to get myself in better shape, to be honest with you,” he said. “I just want ...

Lebron James Unleashes Sick Burns On 'hater' Charles Barkley

... Well, Barkley has been a James "hater" for a while it seems. In 2010, James held an hour-long television special, " The Decision ," to announce his free agent signing with the Miami Heat. Barkley called it a "punk move.". “That was torture. I want that hour back in my life," said Barkley, who — to be fair — wasn't the only one who didn't like "The Decision.". Barkley has also consistently kept Le Bron James off his list of all-time NBA greats. Barkley confirmed that decision last summer, just days after James won his third championship ring and third NBA Finals MVP award. Charles Barkley just named his top-7 NBA players of all-time. 1 Jordan. — Mike & Mike (@Mike And Mike) June 20, 2016. Dwayne Wade — who played for Miami alongside James — backed up his former teammate in a long speech to Chicago Tribune reporter K. C. Johnson. "Sometimes, when guys get a microphone in front of their face, they just talk and talk and talk and forget about their history," Wade said. "We all make that mistake, but especially [Barkley]. He acting like he just walks on water.". "And I like the fact that Le ...

Lebron James Destroys 'hater' Charles Barkley With Vicious Rant

... Bron got personal after Barkley did the same. Post to Facebook. Le Bron James destroys 'hater' Charles Barkley with vicious rant Le Bron got personal after Barkley did the same. Check out this story on __link__: __link__ j P 7 Eyd. Cancel Send. A link has been sent to your friend's email address. A link has been posted to your Facebook feed. To find out more about Facebook commenting please read the Conversation Guidelines and FAQs. Le Bron James destroys 'hater' Charles Barkley with vicious rant. Adi Joseph , USA TODAY Sports 5:33 a.m. ET Jan. 31, 2017. 2.4 k Shares. Le Bron James and Charles Barkley aren't thrilled with each other. (Photo: USA TODAY Sports). Le Bron James went where the Warriors and so many others must have dreamed of going. He slayed Charles Barkley. James spoke with ESPN on Monday night after a stunning loss to the Mavericks. And he was not happy that Barkley had questioned his leadership. "He's a hater," James said. "What makes what he says credible? Because he's on TV?". Barkley's certainly a hater. But wait, let's ...

Lebron James Goes Scorched Earth On Charles Barkley, Snaps Over Recent Criticism

... the one who threw somebody through a window. I never spit on a kid. I never had unpaid debt in Las Vegas. I never said, 'I'm not a role model.' I never showed up to All-Star Weekend on Sunday because I was in Vegas all weekend partying. "All I've done for my entire career is represent the NBA the right way. Fourteen years, never got in trouble. Respected the game. Print that.". James also addressed Barkley's criticisms of his friendship with Dwyane Wade, Chris Paul, and Carmelo Anthony, saying Barkley was chummy with opponents, too. "Go watch the '93 Finals when John Paxson hit the shot," James said. "Barkley and [Michael] Jordan were laughing and joking with each other during one of the games while somebody's shooting a free throw. In the Finals. But, oh, nobody were friends back then.". James also said if Barkley had any response to his rant, he knew where to find him. "And if this makes him want to talk to me, the schedule's out there," he said. "He knows every road arena I'll be in. Don't just come up to me at All-Star and shake my hand and ...

Lebron James Bashes Charles Barkley

... points scored in his second year with the Rockets. Photo: Michael Tweed, AP Photo. Image 28 of 53. Barkley played in 68 games in the 1997-1998 season, 15 more than the previous year. Photo: Smiley N. Pool, Houston Chronicle. Image 29 of 53. After wearing No. 34 the majority of his career, Barkley's jersey was No. 4 while in Houston. Photo: Victoria Arocho, AP Photo. Image 30 of 53. Barkley had 42 double-doubles in the 1997-1998 season. Photo: Joe Cavaretta, AP Photo. Image 31 of 53. If Barkley needed a place to rest, the scorers table was not off limits. Photo: Pat Sullivan, AP Photo. Image 32 of 53. Barkley earned a second gold medal for his country in the 1996 Olympics. Photo: File Photo, Houston Chronicle. Image 33 of 53. Barkley often tried to do the officiating for referees. Photo: ...

Lebron James Eviscerates Charles Barkley In Rant, Questions Credibility

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Charles Barkley Argued For Joel Embiid To Make Asg, Gave Sam Hinkie A Shoutout

... the past week really cost Embiid dearly. "I'm not going to hate on anybody," Barkley continued. "I just wish the NBA would have rewarded what the 76 ers are doing in Philadelphia. Embiid is great for the league. If he can stay healthy, I told you before the season started if Embiid and Ben Simmons can play and stay healthy, they're going to be monsters for the next 10-15 years.". "I love that Joel Embiid," Barkley said later. "He should have made it," Kenny Smith interjected. "I was really pulling for Embiid," Barkley continued. "I always root for the Sixers and the Suns. What they're doing in Philadelphia, man, give Brett Brown and Bryan Colangelo a lot of credit. But also give a shout out to Sam Hinkie.". Ernie Johnson pointed out the Sixers have won 8 of their last 10. Shaq still seems unconvinced. Embiid is instead scheduled to partake in the Rising Stars Challenge for the World team alongside Dario Saric and go up against Jahlil Okafor ...

Lebron James, Tyronn Lue Say Charles Barkley's Critiques Don't Make Sense

... office was furious that James could somehow assert the organization wasn't fully invested in trying to repeat as champs, given the $130 million payroll, among other expenses occured and players acquired (see Korver). James correctly pointed out that decisions were made to go with cheaper, younger players at the end of the roster, and that "dead" roster spots were not cleared because of the tax implications. (Quick side note: As you may recall, James' quotes from Monday night, when he unleashed his frustration, were laced with profanity. James said he "got a call from the NBA" about it.). Those players helped prove James' point Friday night. After James left the game for good, with 4:49 to go, the Nets scored an additional 20 points to make what should've been a blowout a much closer game. Winning will help the air to clear, though the Cavs will have to do a lot more than beat the Nets - the NBA's worst team. A Sunday home win against Oklahoma City ...

Russell Westbrook Calls Charles Barkley ‘the Worst’ When It Comes To Fashion Sense

... City Thunder star sidesteps convention in his daily wear, instead favoring clothing combinations that often mystify. He once wore a metallic jacket that blew basketball Twitter’s mind. And then there was last season’s New York Fashion Week — not only did Westbrook attend, but he dubbed himself the event’s #Fashion King. [ Westbrook takes NYFW by storm ]. And this is not all in Westbrook’s head, either. When he’s not putting up monster stats on the basketball court, Westbrook’s putting pencil to paper as a fashion designer. He has his own eyewear brand, and he has teamed up with Barneys New York in the past to put out a collection of clothing. It’s unlikely that Charles Barkley ever purchased any Westrbook-designed pieces, however. The Hall of Famer is a well-known critic of Westbrook’s attire, by which he seems genuinely confused. For instance, in May, when Westbrook showed up wearing what looked like a few burlap sacks stitched together, all Barkley could say was , “Oh my God. … What the hell is that?”. __link__/NBAon TNT/status/726565850950557696. Westbrook has mostly taken his haters’ remarks in ...

Heat’s Udonis Haslem Defends Lebron James In Spat With Charles Barkley

... forward Le Bron James (6), Miami Heat shooting guard Dwyane Wade (3) and Miami Heat power forward Udonis Haslem (40) walk off the floor dejected during second half action of game one of the NBA finals between the Miami Heat and the San Antonio Spurs Thursday June 06, 2013, at American Airlines Arena in Miami.(Bill Ingram/Palm Beach Post). MIAMI — Charles Barkley didn’t hide his feelings when the Miami Heat put together the Big Three in 2010. The TNT NBA analyst and Hall of Fame basketball player did not shy away from criticizing Le Bron James for joining Dwyane Wade and Chris Bosh in Miami. Barkley called James’ decision a “punk move.”. James never fired back, taking the high road during his time in Miami. But James is done biting his tongue. [Five takeaways from the Miami Heat’s 104-96 victory over the Brooklyn Nets]. Barkley called out the four-time MVP last week ...