One of the most renowned and humorous NBA postgame shows that light up our moods weekly, Inside the NBA, always makes sure to provide and surprise us with the latest news, scores, recaps and even rumors about the league. But besides the serious stuff, this show, which is one of the signature programs of the NBA on TNT, also never forgets to remind basketball fans that the sport can be really funny sometimes.
[sc:NBA250 ]Speaking of funny, Ernie Johnson, Charles Barkley, Kenny “The Jet” Smith and Shaquille O’Neal have definitely done a tremendous job in providing us this one-of-a-kind entertainment. There’s no other program that has the same level of chemistry that these four have on the set.
Still don’t believe me? Well, it’s a good thing that this article below will be featuring some of their most hilarious moments on the show. Now please sit back, relax and read on below.
When Shaquille O’Neal officially announced his retirement in 2011, it was indeed a relatively sad time for the basketball world as one of the best big man ever to play the game will no longer be mesmerizing us with his dominant style of play. But there’s a saying that when one door closes, a new one opens.
That new door led Shaq to a union with the cast of Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley at the TNT set. And unsurprisingly, O’Neal made sure that his first day on the job started off with a thunderous entrance.
9. Frank Caliendo Does Charles Barkley
[sc:NBA250 ]Frank Caliendo, an infamous American comedian and impressionist, made a special guest appearance on the NBA on TNT in the year of 2007. And once Caliendo began doing his best impersonation of Charles Barkley, the look on the faces of Ernie, Kenny and Charles himself were “turribly” hilarious.
8. Charles Cramping Barkley
When a players gets a cramp on his legs, several teammates would usually rush in to give some assistance. But when Barkely suddenly caught a cramp for some strange reason during the show, his “teammates” in Ernie, Shaq and Kenny immediately laughed their hearts out. Gotta feel a little sorry for Chuck though. Just a little bit.
7. Ernie’s Investigation of LeBron James’ Receeding Hairline
Many are aware of LeBron James’ godlike basketball skills, and the same could be said too with regards to his diminishing hairline. That being the case, Ernie Johnson wasted no time in thoroughly investigating this devastating matter for the King. You are one brave soul, Ernie.
6. Javale McGee’s Awkward Interview
Javale McGee has been in the league for quite some time now despite being mostly known for as one of the biggest “fools” in the league.Well, he does mesmerize us with some emphatic dunks on special occassions. However, McGee for some strange reason still never fails to embarrass himself on a consistent basis.
This short interview he had with Ernie and the rest of the gang was one of those hilarious moments. And needless to say, Shaq, who is one of McGee’s biggest “fan”, enjoyed this one the most.
5. Sleepy Chuck
As one gets older, more rest is required to make it through a day. And Charles Barkley, who is presently 52 years old, clearly needs to start lessening the load on his plate to avoid moments like this. Well, on the bright side though, everyone had a long and good laugh at it. Thanks, Chuck!
4. Shaq Beats Barkley In Three-Point Contest
Shaq may have won the match, but his “victory dance” on the cold hard floor was undoubtedly the best highlight of the contest. Welcome to TNT’s Inside the NBA, wherein breakdancing happens.
3. Inside The Rock
Yes, the most electrifying man in sports entertaintment made his presence felt on Inside the NBA. This happened in April of 2015, wherein there was point in the show that Shaq said that he could take on and beat the Rock himself in a wrestling match. And of course, Rocky wasted no time in letting the Big Diesel findout his response.
2. “You Kissed Dick in the Mouth”
In a brief segment about talking and “kissing up” to referees, Shaq couldn’t resist the temptation of reminding Chuck of the time when he literally kissed retired professional basketball referee Dick Bavetta back in 2007. Yuck.
1. Down Goes Shaq
The entire world literally felt and heard this one. That fall was epic and definitely deserves to be at the top of the this list. Congratulations, Shaq!
So now that you’ve had some fun, it’s time to create a betting account now and cash in on the rest of the 2015-16 NBA regular season action.
