After Master Mind Behind $100,000,000 Deal Gets Sacked, Charles Barkley’s Off-Season Gig Could Be in Jeopardy as Per 53YO Veteran

The Round Mound of Rebound has been on a roll financially. Charles Barkley has managed several million-dollar deals, including one worth over $100 million. However, amidst the soaring success of Sir Charles, there are genuine doubts surrounding his contracts. The reaction and response to his off-season career suggest that things are not going well in the camp.

Despite growing up in different circumstances, Chuck doesn’t lack lucrative deals under his name anymore. However, the biggest buzz creator for Barkley is in jeopardy now. Although it is so soon to make a final call on this, the expert opinion is surely alarming regarding the deal.

Charles Barkley signing the $100mn deal

Barkley is a product of humble beginnings. Growing up in Leeds, Alabama, he had little to no resources and could still make ends meet by fulfilling his dream of playing in the NBA. The young boy from Leeds did it and how! Not only is he one of the most celebrated athletes in the world, but he’s also respected and beloved. Sir Charles isn’t slowing down soon.

As far as Barkley’s financial ambitions are concerned, they’re fulfilled now. The NBA veteran boasts a net worth of over $60 million dollar and endorses several products. In fact, his biggest deal with TNT is worth a whopping $100 million. He is extremely crucial to TNT’s success.

However, the mastermind behind his $100 million deal, Chris Licht, was recently sacked by the organization. Although there is no correlation between the two events, Barkley himself admitted that his newest venture is being doubted by everyone.

Industry Experts Echo Different Opinions

Though an amazing venture, Barkley seems to be surrounded by doubt because of his tongue. Industry experts argue Barkley might land himself in trouble because of his “offensive” comments someday.

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Recently, Cenk Uygur, an American television veteran echoed similar sentiments on his latest show. Though Uygur sang high praise for Sir Charles’ abilities as a TV presenter, he also adds that “The ratings were so bad. You don’t wanna be blamed for bad ratings. But his number one problem won’t be ratings or his image. It’s gonna be… he’s gonna say something that is true and it would get him in a lot of trouble.”

Barkley appears on a show with TV personality Gayle King. The show will be called King Charles, a clever wordplay on both their names. What are your thoughts on the new show? Tell us in the comments below.

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