NBA analyst Charles Barkley not interested in working 'like a dog' if he joins another TV network

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The state of the NBA's television rights has been a hot topic partly due to the popularity of the longtime running studio "Inside the NBA," which features Ernie Johnson and former NBA greats Charles Barkley, Shaquille O'Neal and Kenny Smith.

Despite being one of the league's broadcast partners for the past few decades, TNT might be on the verge of losing its broadcasting rights deal to competitors. A potential new media deal could include Disney/ESPN, NBC and Amazon, which would possibly leave TNT's parent company, Warner Bros. Discovery (WBD), on the outside looking in.

Earlier this month, the Sports Business Journal reported that the NBA is expected to begin formalizing deals with Disney, Amazon and NBC. However, before the contracts receive final approval, WBD leadership will have the opportunity to match the "total value" of other offers, according to the report. 

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TNT basketball analyst Charles Barkley on air before the NCAA Mens Basketball Tournament Final Four semifinal game between the Purdue Boilermakers and the North Carolina State Wolfpack at State Farm Stadium on April 6, 2024, in Glendale, Arizona.  (Mitchell Layton/Getty Images)

If TNT and the NBA part ways, Barkley could become a highly-sought after talent on the media free agent market. Barkley has spoken out about the negotiations multiple times, and last week he said the uncertainty has negatively impacted workplace morale.

"Morale sucks, plain and simple," Barkley said during an appearance on the "Dan Patrick Show." 

"I just feel so bad for the people I work with, Dan. These people have families, and I just