Shaquille O’Neal questions Charles Barkley’s retirement claims

Shaquille O’Neal expressed skepticism regarding Charles Barkley’s announcement of retirement from Inside the NBA, stating, "I don’t believe it". Barkley previously announced a final season amid uncertainty over TNT's NBA rights but has returned before. O'Neal highlighted the possibility of Barkley backing off his retirement announcement again. ESPN is expanding the Inside the NBA schedule this season, which Barkley had advocated for. Barkley’s future, however, may hinge on co-host Ernie Johnson's decision regarding his retirement plans.

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