Inside the NBA Crew's Off-Air Banter Debates Airing of Shaq's Jersey Retirement Ceremony
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A leaked video clip showcasing the off-air interactions of the Inside the NBA crew revealed a debate surrounding Shaquille O'Neal's Orlando Magic jersey retirement ceremony. The clip showed Charles Barkley and Shaq bantering over the fact that TNT did not air the ceremony, which was instead broadcasted on NBA TV.
In the video, Shaq expressed his frustration, stating, "They didn't show his ceremony...they showed it on NBA TV. He says y'all didn't give him any respect, it should've been on TNT." However, Ernie Johnson explained that TNT had a doubleheader that night, making it impossible to air the ceremony live, but NBA TV did ultimately air it.
The banter continued as Barkley teased Shaq about being a "company guy," while Shaq emphasized his achievements in comparison to Barkley, stating, "A bum can never hurt my feelings."
The dynamic between the Inside the NBA crew off-camera mirrored their on-air chemistry, with Shaq and Barkley playfully bickering, Kenny Smith joining in at times, and Ernie Johnson maintaining a balanced perspective.
The leaked video clip, over five minutes long, shed light on the personal dynamics and friendly banter amongst the Inside the NBA crew, showcasing a glimpse into their relationship behind the scenes.