Longtime "Inside the NBA" host Ernie Johnson is reportedly leaving the TNT studio show, according to a Yahoo Sports article by Daniel Chavkin published on October 28, 2026. The report examines what Johnson's departure could mean for fellow analyst Charles Barkley and the future of the popular NBA program.
The article does not provide specific details about the timing of Johnson's exit or potential replacements. TNT has not officially commented on the report. "Inside the NBA" has been a cornerstone of NBA television coverage for over three decades.
