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Charles Barkley: At Least the Knicks Have a Coach Who 'Won't Try to Kill Himself'
Charles Barkley: At Least the Knicks Have a Coach Who 'Won't Try to Kill Himself'
It often feels like Charles Barkley can get away with saying anything. Somehow, Barkley's a good-natured, entertaining grump, beloved by everyone, who regularly talks to hear his own voice but gets the value of well-placed sarcasm and insight. It's such a confounding, and ingenious, persona ...
Video:  Charles Barkley on "Late Night w/Conan O'Brien" --- (October 27)
Video: Charles Barkley on "Late Night w/Conan O'Brien" --- (October 27)
nbc.com — (42:48) NBC: On Monday night's episode, Charles Barkley appeared on "Late Night w/Conan O'Brien"... This is the full episode; to specify Barkley's entire interview segment, choose 'Act 3' from the menu (his interview begins after 17:00). (more) Video: Charles Barkley on "Late Night w/Conan O'Brien" ...
"Classic" The Charles Barkley Show, Nike Commercials
"Classic" The Charles Barkley Show, Nike Commercials
neswsports.com — This is from circa 92-94.Charles Barkley, David Robinson, The San Diego Chicken, and the Humpty Hump were in a few ads. Did I say the Humpty Hump? Oh snap! It was the early 90’s and for some reason we liked him :-) . What was up with the gold schnoz? (more) "Classic" The Charles Barkley Show, Nike Commercials
Video:  Charles Barkley CNN interview (Part Two)
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Video: Charles Barkley CNN interview (Part Two)
youtube.com — (3:50) CNN: On Monday, October 27, former NBA star Charles Barkley spoke to CNN's Campbell Brown about politics, race and his plans to run for governor in his boyhood home state of Alabama. (more) Video: Charles Barkley CNN interview (Part Two)
2 Comments
  • EthanJaynes EthanJaynes
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    OH SNAP! I bet he is glad he is Charles Barkley and no one will make a big deal out of this.
    Posted 10/28/2008 respond (flag)
  • And One And One
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    Wow. Almost sorry I went to bed after the Cavs game.
    Posted 10/29/2008 respond (flag)
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Lost Time Is Not Found Again: Oct. 28, 2008
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Deadspin — ... earned some respect from his critics by admitting his mistake. Though I see it as him realizing that, for once, the act he'd worked so hard to perfect during his time in the public eye sometimes just won't cut it. Well, maybe this will at least encourage Charles to hire a speech writer when he does start stumping in Alabama. Boo! Knicks Too Scary for TNT [Newsday] Charles Barkley: 'At Least The Knicks Have a Coach Who Won't Try To Kill Himself' [Sporting News] Links: Lunch With Kenny and Charles [SLAM! Online] ...

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AwfulAnnouncing — ... Kenny Smith were in NYC for a TNT luncheon and the TNT analyst was apparently not holding back one bit. Not only did the "Round Mound of Rebound" say that Portland is overrated, that Patrick Ewing is rolling over in his grave (in reference to the Knicks) AND that he "never understood ‘off the record,’ you can’t just say crazy sh*t and then say it’s ‘off the record’", buuuuuut he also shared not that funny joke about rumored ODer, Isiah Thomas. From Newsday via The Sporting Blog.... In discussing ways in which the Knicks should be improved ...

You'd Never Expect Charles Barkley to Make an Isiah-Suicide Joke, Would You?
FanHouse — Filed under: Knicks, NBA Media WatchVia The Sporting Blog, Newsday's Neil Best has a notable spit of the TNT conference call held Monday in which Charles Barkley (surprise surprise) popped off on a topic most avoid. In discussing ways in which the Knicks should be improved this season, Barkley said, "I think they have a better coach. This coach probably won't try to kill himself." Oof. While some would argue Barkley is underrating the depression-inducing power of this roster, I'll instead train my ...

Daily Dump: Hot Chick In MLB Jersey Alert, Bloggers Hit Payday, Charles Barkley Off To Good Start, Craig Sager’s Thumbnail, Jennifer Ellison Popping Out & Nadine Is Flexible
Busted Coverage: Booze, Ladies And Football — ... is compelling TV. And hockey is in high gear. Our nipples are hard just thinking of all these options.  Today’s Dump: Hot chick in baseball jersey alert! [on205th] Jimmy Rollins says you can expect Yanks to get big fat pitcher [Bugs & Cranks] We missed this; looks like some bloggers hit a big payday [Sports Biz Journal] Chuck Barkley off to strong commentary start this season [Sporting Blog] Athletes and Halloween costumes they shouldn’t have ...

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Cuzoogle — ... Salty Milk - Halloween protesters need answers. Don Chavez - Another dumb ass bike crash. Tasty Booze - Some very funny condom ads. Blog of Hilarity - Teen goes to jail after making granny do gangsta rap. Camel Tap - Nadine Velazquez is flexible. Yep Yep - Redneck fire alarm. Sporting Blog - Charles Barkley is at it again and it is just one game in. ...

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