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Inside the NBA hits the air in 1989 and Ernie Johnson quickly becomes the perfect host to lead an all-star cast of Kenny Smith, Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neal through a unique combination of intense debates and unhinged hilarity.
Everyone has a role on Inside the NBA. From analyst Kenny Smith to the behind-the-scenes characters that make the show unique, an idea can come from anywhere.
Charles Barkley's self-deprecating humor and willingness to go outside the boundaries makes Inside the NBA more than a basketball show.
Shaq's larger-than-life presence propels Inside the NBA to iconic status and the Hall of Fame studio show's impact is felt far beyond the world of sports.
