Inside the NBA expands schedule for 2026-2027 season

Inside the NBA will have a more consistent broadcasting schedule during the 2026-2027 season on ESPN. Following Charles Barkley's announcement of his retirement at the end of the season, the show will have closer airing dates, enhancing its weekly presence after a splintered schedule last year. ESPN's president, Burke Magnus, committed to a more robust lineup, which includes more broadcasts than the prior year. The first episode of the new season airs on October 21, 2026. This expanded schedule comes amid Barkley's bittersweet farewell to the show, potentially leaving a legacy alongside co-host Ernie Johnson, who has yet to announce his own retirement decisions.

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