?The Average Salary Was Only $200,000?: Pointing Fingers at LeBron James? $44,470,000 Success, Charles Barkley Recalls 1 Thing He Couldn?t Do in His NBA Career

Charles Barkley has lived a very fulfilling life. The 60-year-old is an 11x NBA all-star and after retirement, he has become a highly valued sports analyst and studio pundit. Barkley’s impact is undeniable as he is still looked up to as a man with an insane work ethic. He has also received the respect of hoop fans by sharing his knowledge and valuable opinions.

Sir Charles is also a grandfather now and in his own words, it is “the best thing that’s ever happened” to him. In his 60s, to think that there is something he still wishes he could have done, it’s surreal. Barkley spoke about current NBA icon LeBron James in a recent interview and revealed one such thing that he couldn’t do in his NBA career.

Charles Barkley points out the difference between his era and LeBron James’ era of basketball

The NBA legend was featured in the latest edition of the popular 60 Minutes interview series. Taking it back to his hometown in Leeds, Alabama, Barkley visited his childhood land and discussed his life. While talking about LeBron James being the greatest ever, Barkley said that he (LeBron) has the greatest story, and he is one of the greatest players of all time. Notably, LeBron is from Akron, Ohio and after he was drafted, he made sure that his friends from Akron were taken care of. He gave them jobs instead of just spilling money, and today they’re doing well in their own lives.

When Barkley was asked if he wishes to go back in time to help his friends from Leeds. He said, “I would, [but] you have to factor in, like, the money?s different.” Chuck was pointing out the difference in pay over decades that have passed. He also pointed out that the average salary when he was drafted to the Philadelphia 76ers was around $200k. Meanwhile, LeBron’s current salary stands at an astonishing $44, 470, 000. Chuck said that you “can?t bring many people with you” with that limited amount of money.

During this interview, Barkley discussed several topics from his childhood, all the way to his current TV job. Inevitably, the topic of Kevin Durant was brought up.

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Charles Barkley wants to be the “vessel of fairness” for the people

Barkley and the Phoenix Suns forward have long been in a feud. While Barkley criticizes Durant for poor performance or his bad phase, Durant has clapped back several times. Years ago Durant said ?I don?t know why they still ask for this idiot?s opinion? about Barkley. When Chuck was asked about this in his recent interview, he said “He?s very sensitive. Great player. He?s part of that generation who thinks he can?t be criticized.”

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