# Charles Barkley retirement from Inside the NBA

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> Updated: 2026-09-09T00:44:28.000Z. Sources: 11. Developments: 2.

Charles Barkley has announced his intention to retire from ‘Inside the NBA’ following the 2026–27 season. Barkley indicated that his departure is linked to longtime host Ernie Johnson, describing the two as a “package deal.”

Barkley explained that he remained with the program past his initial retirement goal of age 60 to assist with the show’s transition from TNT to ESPN and to help preserve jobs for production staff. He noted that he declined offers from other networks, such as NBC, to remain alongside Johnson. Barkley stated, “If Ernie retires after next season, I’m done,” emphasizing that his future on the program depends on Johnson’s decision.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-09: Charles Barkley announces retirement from ‘Inside the NBA’

Charles Barkley announced that he and Ernie Johnson will depart ‘Inside the NBA’ after the 2026–27 season, citing a commitment to their crew and their status as a “package deal.”

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/charles-barkley-announces-retirement-from-inside-the-nba

### 2026-09-04: Charles Barkley announces potential retirement from Inside the NBA

Charles Barkley announced that the upcoming NBA season will be his last on ‘Inside the NBA’, noting he and host Ernie Johnson are a ‘package deal’ regarding their potential retirement.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/charles-barkley-announces-potential-retirement-from-inside-the-nba

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