Ahead of the NBA Season Opener, Hilarious Charles Barkley Mimicry Has TNT Best Friend Showering High Praise

While Charles Barkley frequently takes on the role of impersonating other renowned sports figures on Inside the NBA, there are moments when the tables turn. Then he becomes the subject of impersonation. Whether his basketball prowess or his astute analysis, replicating the legend is no easy feat. Nonetheless, one of Barkley’s close friends at TNT recently showered praise on a masterful impersonator of the Chuckster.

Now that this person in question has garnered recognition from Sir Charles? friend, the question arises is whether he was able to do justice to the impersonation. With the excitement for the new NBA season at an all-time high, fans will be looking forward to more hilarious antics on TNT.

“Great” Charles Barkley impersonation gets Inside the NBA co-host’s approval

Danny Rouhier from Grant and Danny was once invited to Inside the NBA to perform an impersonation of the Philadelphia 76ers legend. Fast forward to the present, when Kenny Smith, Barkley’s co-host and close friend, reconnected with the team for a special segment, Rouhier asked him about his impersonation. Surprisingly, Smith still remembered his performance and applauded him.

As fans previously hilariously noted, Rouhier’s portrayal of Barkley is remarkably on point, and now, he’s even earned the approval of the legend’s friend. Reflecting on Rouhier’s impersonation from two years ago, Smith remarked, “I remember that, and you did a great job!” He went on to add, ?It?s an inflection on certain words, and if you close your eyes, it?s great! It?s not really what you?re saying, it?s that extra inflection and timing. Good job brother!?

Rouhier didn’t limit his impersonations to just Chuck. He even skillfully mimicked Barkley’s best friend, Shaquille O’Neal. With the new season’s opening night nearing, fans will get to see more of the dynamic duo now. The reigning champions Denver Nuggets will be facing the Los Angeles Lakers on opening night and Barkley offered his insights on the upcoming season.

Charles Barkley is excited to see the Lakers matchup against the Nuggets?

Charles Barkley has expressed strong confidence in the Lakers. Despite his doubts about the Lakers in 2021, prompted by LeBron James‘ injury, Barkley has rekindled his love and support for the team. As he eagerly anticipates their forthcoming game against the Nuggets, he expressed, “I love what the Lakers did this summer. I love what the Lakers did, and also you can’t disrespect the Nuggets.”

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About the Nuggets, he said, “I think they lost a couple of key pieces. That’s the only thing that concerns me about the Nuggets, but you really got to love what the Lakers have done and the Suns have done.” He even mentioned how both are the strongest teams in the league this year and have a chance to win the title.

What are your thoughts on this? As the eagerly awaited matchup between the Nuggets and Lakers approaches on October 25th, which team do you believe will emerge victorious this time?

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