Jalen Rose recently stirred laughter on Inside the NBA when he poked fun at Shaquille O’Neal’s famously busy life, and his visibly dry hands. Rose brought his humor and sharp wit to the show during his guest analyst appearance on Tuesday, cracking up the entire studio.
Filling in for Kenny Smith, Rose wasted no time connecting with the show’s iconic personalities, seamlessly blending basketball insight with his knack for lighthearted roasting. The comedic moment came during a discussion about pre-show rituals, with Rose steering the conversation toward Shaq’s sprawling business empire.
Do y’all do a powder toss or something before the show?
Jalen Rose inquired before digging into Shaquille O’Neal
“He got 150 businesses.. You need to invest in some lotion!” 🤣 pic.twitter.com/PzfgCIMQHk
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Charles Barkley immediately responded to Jalen Rose’s seemingly innocuous question with a definitive ‘No’ setting the stage for the former NBA star to lay into Shaquille O’Neal with his quick witted retort.
You look at Shaq hands? He got 150 businesses. You need to invest in some lotion.
Jalen Rose mockingly taunted Shaquille O’Neal
The studio erupted in laughter as the camera zoomed in on Shaquille O’Neal’s famously large hands, which Rose jokingly described as having undergone their own “chalk toss.” Ernie Johnson, ever the peacemaker, attempted to bail Shaq out.
There’s a very good reason for Shaq’s, uh, ashiness at this hour. We tried our hands at pottery earlier this evening.
Ernie Johnson chimed in
While Johnson attempted to paint the “ashiness” as a consequence of artistic effort, Barkley doubled down with his own set of jokes poking fun at Shaq’s lack of self-care.
Shaquille O’Neal hits back at Charles Barkley
Shaquille O’Neal and Charles Barkley’s banter is a staple of Inside the NBA, and this episode was no exception. After being on the receiving end of Jalen Rose and the Chuckster’s jokes, ‘The Big Diesel’ was ready to pounce on any opportunity that Barkley would offer up.
The dynamic duo traded jabs later in the show when Charles Barkley struggled to read the NBA standings, prompting Rose to enquire about his comically large glasses. Rose compared the glasses to welding glasses, earning a jab from Ernie Johnson as well.
“Are those welding glasses??” 😭@JalenRose and The Guys roasted Chuck’s glasses 😂 pic.twitter.com/RBuxPjvVVW
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Ernie Johnson joined in, comparing Barkley’s spectacles to Madea’s signature look, while also teasing him for taking so long to read the standings. Shaquille O’Neal, always ready to join the fray, fired back with his own hilarious comment.
What am I eating for Thanksgiving? They futuristic a** glasses.
Shaquille O’Neal retorted back at Charles Barkley
The playful jab was quintessential Shaq. A mix of wit and absurd humor that kept the show rolling. As always, the interaction showcased why Inside the NBA remains one of the most entertaining sports programs on television.
