“Soak It In While You Can” - Rich Eisen Laments Possible End of the Iconic NBA on TNT Studio Show

[@shicrapt]

Rich is missing the point somewhat. There aren't just 4 guys. TNT's production crew is the fifth guy. All the gags, pranks, graphics - those are all from the production crew.

[@oaktree1626]

Good point

[@SHDrive]

Underdog...put this on a tshirt

[@bigntall1XLT]

That's a very good point! Ernie and those guys have said this multiple times.

[@dredre373livedirect9]

Rich always misses the point. He’s useless.

[@BirdsGang87]

Anyone can do that, stars are irreplaceable

[@Bringmethehorizondude]

The idea of those four guys not being together, not talking ball sounds like pure heartache

[@jhank0cean]

They'll make a podcast with the 4 of them and make even more money by themselves.

[@CorePathway]

Four? Shaq, Chuck, Ernie and…who am I forgetting?

[@lastreal4111]

@@CorePathway Kenny

[@pinbarbecue1100]

Money talks tho. That why they have their own podcast and not depend on the network

[@BrutusJrThe3rd]

Fr. More than the Skip & Shannon breakup 😢

[@tommycochran1019]

Can we please have ESPN lose rights instead of TNT?

[@distortedsoul27]

Money talks, unfortunately. ESPN is thanking the Gods that Disney own them, or they'd be screwed.

[@BurritoKingdom]

​​@@distortedsoul27 yeah and TNT is owned by the cheapest in Hollywood, WBDiscovery. They're basically cutting everything to save money.

[@deelewis8061]

Facts

[@IAmKdizzle]

The ESPN show has no chemistry. Perk and RJ have shouting matches, Mallika argued with SAS, Perk one day says trade all Lakers and within 24 hours says the Lakers can win a title. They make it look like work while the TNT guys make it look fun

[@darkerknight7010]

Church

[@Vernon013]

As a casual fan, I really do tune in sometimes just to hear this guys

[@maryburr3145]

Same here! My youngest sin didn’t follow basketball but watches all of the KZbin videos of the guys. They go viral because they’re so fun and genuine and it doesn’t look forced. Worst move ever if it happens.

[@MD-ei8fn]

Same here. I don’t follow basketball otherwise

[@shanew7361]

Same man they are funny as hell.

[@TheMackoftheyear]

Go away casual

[@Biz613]

I’m more likely to watch Ernie, Shaq, Kenny, and Chuck talk about basketball than actually watch any of the games.

[@DarthBinky89]

Casual

[@statboy11]

They should make Barkley do another show in San Antonio, with those women he loves.

[@DaleRojoDecaf]

Which is funny because they themselves don't want watch basketball and talk like they don't have a clue.

[@neilashton9459]

Totally agree.

[@douglaney1177]

@@statboy11 Then Galveston

[@danielfitch4775]

Pls don't make me go to ESPN for basketball commentary....

[@freeman0048]

I like the hoops collective but Stephen A and Richard Jefferson make me change the channel on sight

[@danielfitch4775]

@@freeman0048 I just can't it's just to me when I watch ESPN who can shout the loudest between Stephen A saying something dumb Perk just idk not being authentic and then Richard jefferson Idk even his deal, I only like Jalen Rose and even him hard to like because all the other guys just fighting for attention

[@shawnbridge1441]

Fr

[@lastpme]

I rarely watch ESPN now….

[@barrym2112]

The only thing I watch ESPN for is if a specific game I want to watch is only there. I stop watching ESPN as soon as the game is over. It’s sad because that was my favorite network for 20 or more years.

[@DaSpartanProductinos]

It's the greatest sports show of all time. Period. Breaks the barrier of race, age, political affiliation, and humor. All 4 of them should unanimously get into the Hall all together.

[@dreamquesttv]

Shaq and Chuck are already in the Hall.

[@DaSpartanProductinos]

@@dreamquesttv I know, but you can get in multiple times for different accomplishments like analysts, players, coaches, owners, etc. Jerry West I believe got in for the third time lol

[@scruffd0g193]

The NBA can’t be this stupid to not work this out. Inside the NBA is the only great sports show on TV left.

[@wmcuccia1356]

Yes they can be that stupid, follow the money.

[@liquidemotionzz3232]

Got to get rid of the "outspoken"

[@saidufofanah2210]

@@liquidemotionzz3232their getting offered double the money from nbc, no one is leaving that kind of money on the table lol. Turner needs to come close to that offer or they’re gone.

[@aztronomy7457]

Watch CBS golazo. They took the Inside the NBA model. It’s so perfect.

[@thejmc4074]

Inside the NBA is better than the actual games.

[@trevoclark]

I don't really watch NBA games, I watch Inside the NBA and there just happens to be two NBA games on during it.

[@kimking5928]

Right. Even if I miss the game, I go straight to Inside the NBA.

[@JustAFan444]

They are 100% the best show in sports.

[@user-fs9qf3py9o]

Glad Rich covered this.

[@cliffbarr1993]

Rich, you had Stuart. I felt that when you said, "I know this first hand."

[@MRDY4322]

If Adam Silver has any clue what he's doing he's keeping this show together

[@scruffd0g193]

That means the show is doomed after next year, NBA is bound to screw this up.

[@viktorstagnetti7491]

Silver is going to do whatever is most profitable.

[@wmcuccia1356]

And that's the problem, Adam is clueless.

[@tmasst07]

​@@wmcuccia1356that's not clueless he's making the owners and players money. We suffer as the fans but that's a well run business and the commissioner is doing his job. That signed deal is guaranteed. They will find others. We never replaced Jordan but the NBA has been fine

[@distortedsoul27]

The NBA is scrounging around for money. It'll be the end of the show, unfortunately.

[@BuckFieri]

Ernie Johnson is a national treasure

[@vamoneygroup]

No

[@bribay]

Weird saying

[@VoteForBukele]

“National treasure”, “protect at all costs”, “living rent free in one’s head” All indicators that you have definitely never had an original thought, and you do not get paid to think.

[@BuckFieri]

@@VoteForBukele I wrote 6 words, it’s not that serious

[@kimking5928]

The Godfather. I get teared just thinking of them not being on TV.

[@brushstroke3733]

Greed ruins everything.

[@XXsupervisor]

Rather watch their recap than the actual game

[@shanew7361]

😂 I hear ya

[@therolando608]

I do not like basketball or the NBA, but I'm not lying when I say I still watch those 4 guys on NBA on TNT.

[@Fantasyremix]

Those guys are way more entertaining than the actual NBA.

[@DaleRojoDecaf]

Probably higher ratings, lmao

[@ThePuertoRican_Goat]

Than the playoffs? That’s cap

[@Fantasyremix]

@@ThePuertoRican_Goat just speaking for myself. I’m a football and baseball guy. I don’t mind a basketball game but it does almost nothing for me. But those guys are great.

[@ThePuertoRican_Goat]

@@Fantasyremix very interesting bro

[@matthewschelle1829]

I wouldn't know, I can't afford to watch NBA games anymore, let alone attend one.

[@IGI_Media]

The product is greater than the sum of its parts. The RE team understands this, and more than most, that: A) you need the 3 C's to be successful. Content. Consistency, Charisma. B) There is so much going on behind the scenes that the viewers don't know about. I.e. producers on TNT in Earnie's ear saying let-em go or shut-em down at the right times. Just like a comedian knowing timing and where to draw the line. C) When you have/had lightning in a bottle, it cannot be replicated or copied/pasted/moved. Fans know where to get them, and what they're going to get. The false sense that we can buy the show and move it to our location has so many pitfalls, it will for sure fail. They are both friends and this is their locker room. They have loyalty to the friends and staff that pull the show together behind the scenes. I know this team will rebel against anything other than TNT. The NBA needs to understand that this show is partly responsible for the success of the NBA. If it aint broke, don't fix it!

[@theman9048]

The success of the nba is based on the stars of the game.

[@kimking5928]

NBA CAN NOT lose Ernie, Shaq, Chuck and Kenny covering their games. So many people look forward to Shaq’ting the Fool, Gone Fishing, Dem Big ol’ women in San Antonio and their race to the board.

[@disco4178]

Well, Kenny might kill himself soon if keeps it up.

[@cycleoflife565]

Kenny’s knees knocking together will eventually burn the studio down.

[@Underpantsniper]

Don't forget Neato stat of the night

[@kimking5928]

@@cycleoflife565🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@adriancato6669]

No basketball on tnt is wild

[@sirpudge241]

Charles has already said he wouldn’t work for ESPN because they would have him on all their shows. EJ is too loyal to turner network and I don’t see him leaving.

[@suprcrzy]

ESPN 1 ESPN 2 ESPN news ESPN deportes 😂😂

[@lazndora2026]

EJ said he's not leaving Turner

[@Daniel_Capital]

Hahahaha “loyal”. Hey ernie we’ll give you $100 million to come to NBC. “No I’m loyal to Turner.” Get real

[@kimking5928]

Chuck will not work for ESPN. GUARANTEED. He says they’re “not going to work me like a dog and don’t pay me.”

[@xacex6944]

@@Daniel_Capitalthey ain’t giving 100 mil to those dudes 💀 and secondly, Ernie has full creative control of Inside the NBA at Turner. if the show moved to NBC, they probably won’t give him that luxury and he likely wouldn’t do it cuz of that

[@ruggedland]

The best thing about NBA playoffs is to be able to watch these 4 guys on TNT talking about it on a nightly basis. Heck most of the time I don’t even watch the actual games but their highlights only

[@bigjigg5672]

Everyone watches Inside The NBA over the ACTUAL NBA GAME.💯🔥 If that doesn't speak to their GREATNESS IDK WHAT DOES. They're pure TV Show ROYALTY.

[@DrPhill96]

Don’t speak for “everyone”.

[@bigjigg5672]

@@DrPhill96 Show's ALWAYS better than the game.💯

[@DrPhill96]

@@bigjigg5672 - Suuuuuuuuuuuure they are.

[@justarandominternetdude2579]

@@bigjigg5672💯

[@PrimoPete]

​@@DrPhill96Dude, you're like a certified Inside hater aren't you. I have seen you on 2 other vids discussing Inside's future, effectively throwing shade/gloating over Inside's demise.

[@Mgranadosv]

It would be a terrible mistake to separate that crew. It is a mistake that they don't have the Finals, but we can live with that. Them having to be in a podcast or whatever? That's stupid.

[@daltonoftheyear]

capitalism.

[@jonathanmuldrow8458]

Went through all that to extend them a few years ago just for it to come down to this

[@toddsalkowski448]

That's right. I forgot. Charles was in deep negotiations with the LIV Tour.

[@jeannejansen4023]

They did that to try and keep the NBA on TNT.

[@kcnoise]

The studio show is more entertaining than the games.. very telling.

[@wildernesswolff9350]

The NBA going onto Peacock would be a massive mistake for the league

[@ec7057]

Everybody is into streaming nowadays what

[@jasonmartinez5116]

The NFL tried doing that with a playoff game early this year by making that game exclusively on Peacock, and it got massive backlash despite it being the biggest livestreamed event

[@DigitalSpital]

you also gotta remember if tnt loses their rights, another network may get Shaq/EJ/Kenny/Chuck, but there's no way another network hires the entire crew on TNT that those 4 trust and respect

[@freeman0048]

Great point. The team behind the scenes is often underrated.

[@hiatusfromtheworld]

or gives them the same freedom. there is a looseness that exists on Inside that cannot be replicated. Networks are too p***y these days.

[@sit2go]

Why wouldn’t they? Shaq/EJ/Kenny/Chuck aren’t suddenly going work with people they don’t know. Thats not how it works. They are the stars and can demand that they hire their entire team. Much like when Conan O’brien brought his whole production team with him when he left NBC.

[@Suarez05]

EJ is Actually planning to stay with Turner and not Move.

[@sit2go]

@@Suarez05 Says who? Until they are offered a boatload money to continue the show. Nothing is set in stone. I don’t think EJ is just going to sit at home while Shaq, Kenny, and Chuck make all that money together. Not a very smart move by him. If EJ doesn’t go. He’ll probably retire since he’s been talking about it for a long time already. He ain’t staying at Turner to just call Baseball games.

[@jerrybutler3062]

Ik the money might be crazy but the chemistry, comedy, consistency, and amount of iconic moments they have year after year can’t be replaced. Even the opening tune is iconic. I mean come on bro is anyone in this industry more iconic than Ernie Johnson.

[@theman9048]

David doesn't care

[@TheAdrianFlo]

Inside the NBA could talk about anything else than basketball and i would still watch.

[@lipstickzombie4981]

Chuck's shower bracelet story still plays in my head. 😅

[@kimking5928]

Shaq kidnapping Kenny’s kid from school and taking him to the mall and barber.

[@thealchemist3879]

NBA on NBC back in the 90s with Bob Costas and Ahmad Rashad was legendary. That intro theme for NBA on NBC is the best intro sound for NBA ever. Having said that, TNT needs to figure it out to keep the NBA somehow.

[@darthmartinez]

In the 90's when NFC Games went from CBS to Fox. Fox brought everyone over Summerall, Madden, Bradshaw, Millen and Brown and I'm sure it cost them a fortune but I'm sure it was worth it because those personalities are what I remember about watching NFL Football on Sundays. Whoever gets the Next NBA contract has to bring the TNT guys in because they are great personalities.

[@newyorknewsjunkie8883]

I agree 100%, but one should never underestimate the arrogance and stupidity of TV executives. Like Rich said, executives like to put their own stamp on things, even if they end up with a vastly inferior product. Also, Sports Business Journal reported that EJ would likely stay with Turner with or without the NBA, so it would take a miracle (and a lot of cash) for another network to keep the gang together. Sadly, we might be close to the end of the road.

[@moses0686]

It's not just about those four. It's the chemistry and trust with the on set producers. That's where these companies usually go cheap. At the end of the day divisions of Amazon and or NBC have a budget that they have to adhere to. If you spend the money on all 4 guys something has to get cut to make it make sense. We know how Amazon is with its operation.

[@seanvogt221]

@@newyorknewsjunkie8883Could happen. NBC was able to lure Al Michaels out of ABC. They could offer a boatload of money to bring Ernie Johnson to NBC.

[@kinglileverything]

Earnie said if tnt pulls the plug he's out, he's don't want to leave until. Barkley said if Earnie gone he's gone. Shaq will go to, as well as Kenny.

[@MMAALL]

Never underestimate the stupidly of an empty suit. Moving the show to another network is obviously the choice, but it won’t happen.

[@gautamshekhar2328]

This show is so iconic, NBA needs them and I hope they make the right decision

[@duckingghallatious]

I saw an awesome comment on the video clip from the TNT guys breaking down last night’s NBA games. It was: “it’s a shame that basketball games interrupt this show” I think that speaks to how special that show is.

[@RR-in7do]

This was a wonderful discussion on a bittersweet subject.

[@chrisolivo6591]

The day Barkley retires from that show will be no different than when Johnny Carson retired. Late night was never the same after Carson retired and the TNT NBA show will never be the same when Barkley retires.

[@PapaT79]

Yes, and the group interactions. Kenny Smith is great too.

[@sanchezjr13]

I stopped watching NBA games 8 years ago but I still tuned in just to watch those guys. Now I just see clips of them on KZbin. It would be sad to see them part ways.

[@sandoncrowder7839]

They've gotta create a podcast or something together, they have so much chemistry it's irreplaceable.

[@HellaADZ]

ESPN/ABC is terrible. NBC should be the main broadcast of nba

[@newyorknewsjunkie8883]

I’m sure there are many good people who work at ESPN, but I would rather see NBC take ESPN’s package instead of TNT’s. Unfortunately, ESPN has the cash and the widest reach out of all the sports networks, so I’m not surprised they’re sticking around.

[@jasonmartinez5116]

​@@newyorknewsjunkie8883 If ESPN gets NBA, they might as well put they on Disney+ and Hulu too just to diversify the NBA to streaming platforms

[@unc54]

If NBC was smart they'd cut a blank check to keep the show going. It's the only halftime show in sports that people look forward to.

[@sbelkii]

True

[@ttoommssmmiitthh]

Ernie cant come Barkley said. Hes under contract with turner and Barkely wont do it without Ernie.

[@eamonkelley3811]

NBC is 100% going to scoop those rights. 40 years is a hell of a run for TNT.

[@Unknown17]

Without the NBA, what does TNT have? Thirty-four episodes in a row of "Walker, Texas Ranger," followed by 12 hours of "Murder, She Wrote"? Without the NBA, TNT might as well close up shop and go home. Same for ESPN.

[@dreamcage1801]

@@Unknown17cable tv is dying

[@Unknown17]

@@dreamcage1801 I no longer have cable TV or satellite, and I couldn't be happier.

[@dreamcage1801]

@@Unknown17 you have smart tv right?

[@javarisjamarjavarisonlamar7517]

@@Unknown17😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@DaneOrschlovsky]

Everything in life is happening for a moment in time. Enjoy it while it lasts.

[@Unknown17]

And bad times don't last, either!

[@DaneOrschlovsky]

@@Unknown17 very true. If you're going through Hell, just keep going.

[@GameTime-yj6qv]

They need to keep these guys together. Their show is better than the actual games.

[@Jaybeoutsoon]

Can’t imagine not seeing Earnie, Shaq, Kenny and Chuck.

[@Treygibbs44]

Kept telling y'all nba been seeing those NFL numbers on NBC they don't want to do cable no more

[@KidsoFQueenS]

Somebody start the petition!

[@ThespianAJB]

Rich and co. makes my day... every day.

[@DrPhill96]

Life goes on. And I’ll tune into the next show as well.

[@Mr-Ward-Productions]

Losing the Inside Guys would make me so sad. I love them so much. Love watching Shaq, Ernie, Kenny & Charles!

[@michaellucero645]

Charles, Kenny, Ernie, and Shaq can go to NBC. The NBA on NBC was the best and I be happy if The NBA is back on NBC.

[@newyorknewsjunkie8883]

I’m hoping against hope that this is exactly what happens. Seeing these guys together and hearing “Roundball Rock” again would be perfection. That said, it would depend on two things. First, would they even want to work for a new company? EJ may want to stick with TNT Sports, given that he’s the face of that network. Chuck’s talked about retirement. Shaq’s loaded, and he doesn’t need to do TV. Second, even if all 4 guys would be willing to move to a new network together, never underestimate the stupidity and arrogance of TV executives.

[@LadyJay114]

You’re making the same mistake. Understand that if the NBA goes to Peacock, it’s not going to be the same NBA on NBC. Sure, they can bring back the theme song. But the personalities that made NBA on NBC amazing are all retired. You aren’t getting Marv Albert, Ahmad Rashad, Mike Fratello, etc. Also we didn’t have to pay extra for NBC. Now NBC is trying to get people to subscribe to Peacock, whose growth has basically stalled (the real reason why they’re going after sports rights). So NBC has to be very careful here.

[@MichaelWalker-wu2pq]

I know so many who may not catch the actual game that night but they absolutely love and watch Inside the NBA. This isn't the way to end this gem of a sports show.

[@jerryschen]

Champions League has copied the formula successfully with Kate Abdo, Thierry Henry, Jamie and Micah. But it’s so rare to get a crew w so much chemistry and comedy

[@chinaexpat1827]

NBA ON TNT CAN SURVIVE WITHOUT THE ACTUAL GAMES

[@bbb4228]

Ernie, Shaq, Chuck and Kenny are the only people keeping the regular season watchable.

[@poppyharlow4448]

It's a basketball show that no one watches for basketball, that's what makes them so great, people who watch basketball have fun and people who don't have fun too. Losing the Inside guys would kill viewership, can't we axe the ESPN guys instead?

[@foxynorcalchic]

Shows such as The NBA on TNT were a HUGE part of my childhood. I grew up watching this, yourself, the Swami, Keith Olbermann, the beloved Stuart Scott… breaks my heart.

[@nothingfancy4024]

Honestly it would be a long time coming for the NBA to come back to NBC! I loved the NBA on NBC back in the day!

[@larbear5806]

So sad. It was required for me to look into inside the NBA show. They brightened my life from a stressful military lifesyle of serving 16 years. Thank you Ernie, Shaq, Kenny, Chuck and the studio personnel for all the great times and laughs they gave me to keep pushing forward. Semper Fi!

[@bobwiegers]

I don't watch the games on old school TV, but I watch nearly every clip of the fellas on KZbin.

[@kimking5928]

Yes. I do too. Then I start watching old clips just to laugh.

[@cliffd8380]

Then you are part of TNT's problem and why they lost their NBA rights.😊

[@siqaraminmassaquoi1999]

Even when the conference finals end and the TNT crew sends themselves fishing, I still watch old episodes during the summer until they return.

[@1224dlc]

It’s MAGIC with those four! I just watched for the funnies!

[@98167]

I agree with you Rich. worst case scenario, if they go a different network. will the network allow them to continue their chemistry, or new/different guideline to abide by?

[@BappoEC]

Espn stopped having a pre-game and half time show years ago. TNT has kept it consistent with people actually talking about the game

[@frenchtoastchopsticksmanga5792]

I don't even follow basketball very closely, but I treasure those 4 guys. They are a national treasure.

[@Sadoodi]

If Perkins and Malika Andrews can keep their jobs to talk basketball and the Inside Crew can't, it will be a travesty

[@Present4]

NBA on TNT UCL Today Rich Eisen. Best damn sports talk shows IMO.

[@seth4954]

Dan Patrick Show as well

[@11679MRT]

NFL on FOX had that sort of a dynamic early on too.

[@aresef]

EJ might not be able to hold down a side hustle. Turner Sports and ESPN had to work something out just to let Craig Sager do a Finals game.

[@IliasLiako]

Losing this crew and broadcast would be terrible .

[@ChewyChicken589]

Turrrrible

[@michaelseeton5006]

That would be a big mistake to let this show go

[@eddielee3928]

I don't see how any of those four would sign with anyone else without the other three joining them. They're often more watched than the games themselves, especially online replays that miss them live. Hope it doesn't happen :(

[@Misterrogers187]

For me it's all about EJ, I don't think he would do it for any other place but the TNT family and if EJ is out than they are all out.

[@Unknown17]

EJ still means Elton John, pal.

[@kevintremblay1211]

I sure hope this team stays together whatever happens I LOVE this team and their coverage best out there.

[@bonesjackson81]

Can't lose that show. But please add NBA on NBC again so we can get weekend double headers. Provided its more than LA, GS, MIL or Boston.

[@brandonbarrett8928]

And hopefully we get that NBA on NBC theme music

[@illrobbzilla]

@@brandonbarrett8928 I was gonna say that😊

[@jasonmartinez5116]

If the NBA goes back to NBC they might as well put their games on Peacock too

[@emlvee]

Flowers should be given to that entire production team in studio. The touches off camera make that broadcast.

[@karenwinston8911]

I'm not a basketball fan. However, i do watch Inside the NBA often. The chemistry with those men is undeniable, and it introduced me to Ernie, who seems like the dearest man ever! Chuck and Shaq make me cry with laughter, and I sure hope this isn't the end. For those of you who don't watch the show, search out their recation to the Rockets Clippers fight from a few years ago.

[@euns1156]

I know TNT has been really good for the NBA but a part of me wants NBA on NBC bc i have fond memories of them in the 90's

[@ronaldbayless8483]

It would be a shame to lose this

[@TheAlexwilhelm]

You're dead on about the right crew stoking more interest. That crew and their reactions is what draws me into more than just the Lakers during the regular season.

[@jpesicka492]

TNT > ESPN. NBA needs to know this will hurt their bottom line. Also we need Inside the NBA in some capacity. Even if it’s just a show or a podcast without a game broadcast…

[@ModernDayRenaissanceMan]

We had 80s & 90s Sportscenter. Then the Dark Ages. It always comes to an end. Pardon The Interruption was good for awhile. Inside the NBA is the only good sports show that is good today. Something will eventually replace it, but it may take 5-10 years.

[@henoknegash6041]

This is one of the greatest tv shows of all time. Right up there with Johnny Carson. To think that this won't be around anymore is just sad.

[@JBoss44]

NBC will be nostalgic

[@Cakebattered]

People forget the NBA on NBC was huge with Ahmad Rashad and Bob Costas. Heck, the NBA on NBC theme song still represents the NBA more than any othet piece of music. Inside the NBA is the best sport show on TV, but the NBA can survive without that show. I'll be sad when it does end though.

[@sit2go]

I don’t think so. I think Amazon or whoever gets the NBA rights. Is going to pay Top Dollar for all 4 guys to keep the show going. Too much money for them to walk away. It just won’t be on TNT that would be the only difference.

[@ULuvBobs_92]

When I was in College we used to put Inside the NBA on every day during the season and then only watched the games like half the time 😂

[@DaSuperFan312]

💯💯💯💯 if they think that Lefkoe, Wade, and Candace Parker are going to replace any one of the guys on TNT now, the NBA are in for a rude awakening from the snooze fest those guys or anyone else they’ve tried so far would bring.

[@brianberg2578]

I started watching basketball because these guys made it fun and interesting. I've stayed up late to see their take and their antics. Doubtful I would stay a fan if these guys go away. Think about that NBA I know I'm not alone !! Be smart fellas ...show these boys a lot of love !!

[@deniselindquist7592]

It breaks my heart that anyone would break up these guys.

[@TheJc71693]

NBA has to know the value the entire Inside the NBA team brings to the table for hardcore and non hardcore fans. Money talks, but it'd be a shame if they don't let these guys dictate how and when to end their tv careers. Even if the four move to a new network, it just wouldn't feel the same. They're the best at what they do and that also includes the entire production team.

[@moretoknowshow]

These guys and their crew are fantastic. Amazon/NBC would need to bring them in for the product to work...

[@mattcarberry368]

they got some big women down in San Antonio

[@panthergrowl12]

This is the best group of gentlemen that totally dominates the NBA. Love you guys!!!!!!

[@palmstring1]

Oh, please! I don't want ESPN to get its hands on the show due to greed by the owners. The program's a national treasure for & ambassador of the sport in part because of the humor displayed by that quartet.

[@joelv92]

I will be so damn heartbroken to know this show is coming to an end 😢

[@WKRPwpig]

Doug collins, Hubie brown, and these four are who I like to listen to: teachers of the game and the grind with added humor -- not talking heads trying to out click each other. That's why ESPN gets no love in my house. Free Jalen Rose.

[@nhraihra1]

They are Living Legends on TV 📺

[@johngarynavida]

Get rid of ESPN then. Not TNT.

[@daltonoftheyear]

that's not what would be happening.

[@distortedsoul27]

@@daltonoftheyear True, but it should be gone. ESPN is only relevant nowadays due to Disney money.

[@wazzup233]

@@distortedsoul27 and Walt Disney is rolling his grave rn. 😤

[@banthachannel5132]

​@@wazzup233 watching these bums in ESPN

[@jasonmartinez5116]

David Zaslav is to blame here if NBA on TNT dies. This is looking like a repeat of WCW being sold after the AOL Time Warner merger

[@spce956]

That chalk out-line 😂😂😂😂was the funniest thing I can remember seeing in a long time