Charles Barkley's Shocking ESPN Firing Wish Over Cardi B Joke
Charles Barkley recently opened up on The Dan Patrick Show about his wish to be fired from his long-term contract, hoping for a significant payout. His candid remarks followed a controversial joke about Cardi B during the NBA Finals, prompting him to defiantly tell those without a sense of humor to "kiss my a—."
Charles Barkley recently made headlines during his appearance on The Dan Patrick Show, where he candidly expressed his desire to be fired from his current contract. Known for his unfiltered opinions, Barkley revealed that he has "six or seven years left" on a contract he believes he has "no chance of doing," openly stating his wish for management to terminate it so he could be paid out for the remaining years. He even joked about consulting his agent on how to achieve this outcome while ensuring he still receives his full compensation, hinting at the significant earnings he makes through his current deal.
Barkley’s comments stemmed from a discussion about a viral joke he made during the halftime of Game 3 of the NBA Finals. When asked if management ever tells him to "chill out," he defiantly asserted his indifference to others' opinions, specifically addressing those who "can’t take a joke." He proclaimed, "People can’t take a joke. They can kiss my a—," further emphasizing, "My whole a—, not just one cheek, the whole a—." He acknowledged the support he has received over the years but maintained that anyone expecting universal approval is "a fool."
The particular joke that sparked this conversation occurred on Monday, June 8th, during an NBA Finals broadcast. A clip of Cardi B’s halftime performance at Madison Square Garden was shown, prompting Barkley to quip about the Bronx rapper’s cleavage. He humorously remarked, "I don’t know if those Bs. Those might be Cardi Ds. I’m pretty sure those aren’t Bs. She’s got the wrong initials." This comment elicited laughter, with his co-host Ernie Johnson disavowing the remark by saying, "I don’t know who said that, but I know it wasn’t me."
Fortunately for Barkley, Cardi B proved to be among those who can appreciate a joke. She not only took the comment in good humor but also retweeted a fan account that highlighted how the term "Cardi D" was trending on X (formerly Twitter). Barkley’s unreserved nature and his recent remarks underscore his consistent persona of speaking his mind, regardless of potential repercussions or public perception.