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The quartet of Ernie Johnson, Kenny Smith, Shaquille O'Neal, and Charles Barkley, the beloved faces of Inside the NBA, have become a comedic powerhouse.
In a recent episode, the banter flowed freely as the crew playfully celebrated Shaq's latest honor.
Prior to the tip-off, Smith extended congratulations to Shaq for securing a spot on the esteemed list of the "10 Sexiest Bald Men in the World," a revelation courtesy of GQ South Africa.
Amid laughter, Barkley, teasingly accused Shaq of resorting to bribery to secure his place on the list.
"We want to congratulate Shaquille O'Neal. He was voted one of the 10 sexiest bald men in the world by GQ South Africa," he declared.
O'Neal, reveling in the moment, dramatically removed his glasses and struck a pose for the camera, prompting more laughter from the crew.
Given their known friendly rivalry on the show, Barkley then continued his playful ribbing.
"It was not America, it was South Africa GQ. Look at them, Vin Diesel, Jason Statham, how much did you pay to get on this list?"
Shaq, not missing a beat, retorted with a grin.
"You just mad because you ain't on the list," Shaq exclaimed.
How did Charles Barkley respond?
Barkley, known for his humorous outburst when covering the NBA, was quick to respond to this and again criticized the criteria of the award.
"Dude, I'm one of the ten sexiest men in America, not South Africa."
According to a recent study based on Google searches, Shaq secured the ninth spot among the world's sexiest bald men, trailing behind figures like Prince William, Jason Statham, Dwayne 'The Rock' Johnson, and Michael Jordan.
Throughout the evening's show, the TNT gang showcased their comedic prowess, reminding viewers why protecting the camaraderie of this dynamic quartet is of utmost importance to the show's charm.