NBA legend Charles Barkley has suggested that recently retired WNBA stars Sue Bird and Sylvia Fowles be inducted into the Hall of Fame.
There aren’t many sportscasters and talk show hosts like Charles Barkley. His beloved charisma and chemistry with Shaquille O’Neal have commanded the world’s attention for years.
At this point, Barkley, along with the Inside the NBA team, is a deep part of the league. His antics are well received and his statements go viral.
But before his success on television, Sir Charles was still famous, if not more so. The 6’6″ power forward dominated the league for years.
It all started in 1984 when the Philadelphia 76ers selected Chuck with the fifth overall pick. He immediately went to work alongside his legendary teammates Julius Erving and Moses Malone.
Barkley affirmed his rebounding dominance in his debut season. As a fairly small No. 4, Barkley was unusually good at rebounding.
At the height of his career, the 11-time All-Star averaged 23 points and 14.6 rebounds per season. In fact, the only time Barkley posted fewer than 10 rebounds per game was his rookie year.
The lack of a ring and a developing team pushed Barkley to part ways with Philadelphia. The Chuck Wagon was headed to Phoenix, where he ended up winning the only MVP of his career.
The Hall of Famer chased a championship his entire career, but the ring remained elusive. After an injury, Barkley retired having never won the Finals.
For Barkley, the love of the game is everything. He is also the type that does not discriminate and appreciates both the WNBA and the NBA.
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Charles Barkley certain Sue Bird and Sylvia Fowles will be inducted into the Hall of Fame
Barkley outdid himself during the Hall of Fame enshrinement ceremony when he mentioned Sue Bird and Sylvia Fowles in his speech.
“You guys are going to be here soon.
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Chuck yells Sue Bird and Sylvia Fowles in the @Hoophall 🏀🧡 pic.twitter.com/0I3Zbu974C
— NBA Television (@NBATV) September 10, 2022
The two basketball legends, Bird and Fowles, have dominated the WNBA for years. His excellence in sport deserves all possible applause.
The WNBA is often ignored by the media and broadcasters, and the league faces continued discrimination.
Sue, a 13-time All-Star, has recorded the most assists in the league. Meanwhile, Sylvia, an exceptionally gifted rebounder, holds the crown for the most rebounds in the league.
Barkley used the enshrinement as an opportunity to acknowledge the two greats and share his belief that they will make it to the HoF.
Barkley in his speech said: “I just want to recognize two women who have just retired from the WNBA. The great Sue Bird and the great Sylvia Fowles. Thanks. They’ll be up here soon, so thank you.”
To be fair, what Chuck did is the bare minimum. The WNBA deserves more support and recognition from the NBA and its stars.
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