Archive · 24 May 2025
Charles Barkley's NHL Commentary Reveals Grudge
Charles Barkley, the NBA Hall of Famer, shared his opinions during an NHL broadcast.
He admires hockey player Brad Marchand.
However, he expressed a dislike for Seth Jones, not due to Jones's play, but because of Jones's father, Popeye Jones, who gave Barkley trouble in the NBA.
Barkley joked about this NBA connection on air.
Charles Barkley expressed his admiration for Brad Marchand during an NHL broadcast.
Barkley revealed his dislike for Seth Jones.
Barkley's dislike for Seth Jones is based on his NBA history with Seth's father, Popeye Jones.
Popeye Jones played in the NBA from 1993 through 2004.
Barkley says Popeye Jones was a challenging opponent during his NBA career.
- Who
- Charles Barkley, Brad Marchand, Seth Jones, and Popeye Jones.
- What
- Charles Barkley discussed his admiration for Brad Marchand and dislike for Seth Jones.
- When
- June 20, 2024
- Where
- During an NHL on TNT Altcast broadcast
- Why
- Barkley admires Marchand, and holds a grudge against Seth Jones because of his father's success against Barkley in the NBA.
- Notable Figure
- Charles Barkley
- Sport
- Hockey and Basketball
- Player Admired
- Brad Marchand
- Player Disliked
- Seth Jones
- Seth Jones's Father
- Popeye Jones
