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Inside the NBA' returns on ESPN this season with Charles Barkley, Kenny Smith, Shaquille O'Neal and Ernie Johnson. Here's the schedule.
Shaquille O’Neal, after a long playing career with teams like the Los Angeles Lakers and Miami Heat, spent 13 seasons with TNT on the hit show “Inside the NBA.” However, the show has moved to ESPN for the 2025-26 season, with O’Neal, Charles Barkley, Kenny “The Jet” Smith and Ernie Johnson following suit.
Shaquille O'Neal spoke with PEOPLE exclusively about his unique relationship with Allen Iverson at the world premiere of 'Allen Iv3rson' in New York City on Monday, Oct. 20, and shared his reaction to a previously emotional interview about their longtime friendship.
NBA legends Shaquille O'Neal and Allen Iverson, once rivals, share a profound brotherhood. O'Neal praised Iverson's authenticity and courage to be himself, even facing fines for his unique style. Iverson reciprocated,
About a year ago, Shaquille O’Neal was one of the loudest voices in the NBA’s expansion conversation. Even before Adam Silver officially acknowledged that new franchises were in the works, the $500 million mogul was making his pitch- and it was a big one.
In terms of the new-look “Inside the NBA,” Jon Lewis of Sports Media Watch reported that the first edition will take place on Oct. 22, and unlike its TNT days, it will be a 30-minute window. Whether or not ESPN allows O’Neal and company to continue their hilarious, unhinged banter is yet to be seen.
Shaquille O’Neal reveals the moment he realized his feud with Kobe Bryant had to end, offering a heartfelt reflection on their bond.
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