I'm so pissed they added Shaq to Inside

[FourthTenor]

They had easily the best sports show on TV. Everyone fit perfectly. The nuclear family with EJ, Kenny and Charles, then the extended studio family with C-Web, Reggie, McHale etc.

Then they had to force The Big Attention Whore into the mix. Dude throws the chemistry all off. It's like rather than just let it flow the way it always does naturally, they have to do x amount of stuff to acknowledge that shaq is now there.

WTF were they thinking. Inside was one of my favorite weekly treasures. Now it's all but ruined. It's gonna be so awkward and forced.

IM FUKCING PISSED.

[LJJ]

If it doesn't work (and I don't think it will), what are the chances they'll simply tell him to get lost in few months?

[GOBB]

Shaq laughed extra hard when Kobe entered the arena wearing a skully cap, scarf and wool jacket.

"Is it cold in Cali?"

:roll: :roll: :roll:

And people say "he from Philly". Foh

[kuniva_dAMiGhTy]

Shaq laughed extra hard when Kobe entered the arena wearing a skully cap, scarf and wool jacket.

"Is it cold in Cali?"

:roll: :roll: :roll:

And people say "he from Philly". Foh

:oldlol:

You think dude will hold his own (Shaq)?

[fubu05]

He hasn't been that bad. He's always been a goofball, I think in time he'll feel more comfortable and be really good on the program.

[33teeth]

The Big Blowhard.

Can't stand listening to him.

[GOBB]

:oldlol:

You think dude will hold his own (Shaq)?

Yeah, he's a funny personality. Even his cheap shots will be entertaining. Much better than Chris talk out the corner of my mouth because I cant help it Webber. It might get a lil too silly at times but overall I think it'll work.

[Kyle_korver]

Ughhh shaq sucks on this .. I rather see c Webb or Reggie miller than him

[bmulls]

I don't understand why CWebb isn't on all the time. Kenny and Chuck are funny and have good chemistry, but Webber always has the best analysis.

[GOBB]

I don't understand why CWebb isn't on all the time. Kenny and Chuck are funny and have good chemistry, but Webber always has the best analysis.

He's on NBATV.

[FourthTenor]

Even his cheap shots will be entertaining.


That's the only way he can redeem himself, IMO, with the low-blows. Barkley and Kenny will clown on guys for what they wear to the arena (kobe) or stuff about who they're dating (humphries) etc. but they're just doin it in fun. Shaq really does hate and is jealous of every player still in the L, especially the stars. If he has the stones to actually say things about dudes that make everyone at home's eyes bug, then fine.

I wouldn't have a problem if they used him as part of the extended family, and let him split time between studio appearances on Inside and some other gig on NBA TV. But full-time part of the Inside crew? Why fix what wasn't broken?

[sportsfan76]

They had easily the best sports show on TV. Everyone fit perfectly. The nuclear family with EJ, Kenny and Charles, then the extended studio family with C-Web, Reggie, McHale etc.

Then they had to force The Big Attention Whore into the mix. Dude throws the chemistry all off. It's like rather than just let it flow the way it always does naturally, they have to do x amount of stuff to acknowledge that shaq is now there.

WTF were they thinking. Inside was one of my favorite weekly treasures. Now it's all but ruined. It's gonna be so awkward and forced.

IM FUKCING PISSED.


Not only that, he is being unprofessional in his analysis of the Heat and saying Bosh is not part of the BIG THREE because of his personal feelings. He is nothing but a immature idiot

[cuad]

I called this the moment I heard it was happening.

[ConanRulesNBC]

Shaq's awesome. What did Chris Webber add to the show?

[Reverend Hoops]

CWebb-GP-Kenny-EJ is the perfect comedy lineup

[ConanRulesNBC]

Not only that, he is being unprofessional in his analysis of the Heat and saying Bosh is not part of the BIG THREE because of his personal feelings. He is nothing but a immature idiot

For giving his opinions? How is it any different than when Barkley was calling out the Heat last season and was being booed when they were in Miami for the playoffs?

[sportsfan76]

For giving his opinions? How is it any different than when Barkley was calling out the Heat last season and was being booed when they were in Miami for the playoffs?


Barkley was criticizing the TEAM not one player over and over.

[ConanRulesNBC]

Bosh was soft last season. Come on, even the biggest Heat bandwagon fans have to admit that. It really was the big 2 1/2.

[Kyle_korver]

Shaq: "Boston without pierce is a regular team" ..:facepalm

[sportsfan76]

Shaq: "Boston without pierce is a regular team" ..:facepalm


Did they ask the RETARD to explain that statement? He is going to be the EMMIT SMITH of NBA Analysts. Smith was horrible too and ESPN waited until the end of the season to fire him.

[FourthTenor]

Did they ask the RETARD to explain that statement? He is going to be the EMMIT SMITH of NBA Analysts. Smith was horrible too and ESPN waited until the end of the season to fire him.


I just think they put themselves in such a tough position if it doesn't work out. It'd be much more awkward firing Shaq from inside than letting go of Emmit Smith from the general ESPN ensemble. It would take a serious bag of onions by someone at Turner to do that, even IF Shaq is legitimately stinking up the show. He is an icon and they made such a big deal about him coming to the program. And of course you KNOW Shaq would start firing off insults at anyone and everyone involved with the network. Then he'd go to ESPN and be liked "Joe Shmoe is the best producer I've ever had. Brian Kinny is the best host I've ever worked with. Bruce Bowen is like Michael Corleone, blah blah"

The dude is just too much. Acts like a 12 year old, and really isn't particularly funny or insightful.

[sportsfan76]

I just think they put themselves in such a tough position if it doesn't work out. It'd be much more awkward firing Shaq from inside than letting go of Emmit Smith from the general ESPN ensemble. It would take a serious bag of onions by someone at Turner to do that, even IF Shaq is legitimately stinking up the show. He is an icon and they made such a big deal about him coming to the program. And of course you KNOW Shaq would start firing off insults at anyone and everyone involved with the network. Then he'd go to ESPN and be liked "Joe Shmoe is the best producer I've ever had. Brian Kinny is the best host I've ever worked with. Bruce Bowen is like Michael Corleone, blah blah"

The dude is just too much. Acts like a 12 year old, and really isn't particularly funny or insightful.


So basically he would make himself look more CRAZY?

[NoGunzJustSkillz]

I had a hard time understand what Shaq was saying. Maybe cause his voice is so deep?

[StarJordan]

shaq sucks, send him to espn that's where he belongs with the losers

[04mzwach]

Inside is more entertainment/comedy than real basketball updates on NBATV. It'll take a little time, but they'll mesh sooner or later. Shaq is too popular to get kicked off and who knows when Chuck will quit. Chuck wasn't even planning on staying on the show for more than a year or two. Maybe his debt is bad though.

[sportsfan76]

Inside is more entertainment/comedy than real basketball updates on NBATV. It'll take a little time, but they'll mesh sooner or later. Shaq is too popular to get kicked off and who knows when Chuck will quit. Chuck wasn't even planning on staying on the show for more than a year or two. Maybe his debt is bad though.


He is too popular to get fired? I never heard of such a thing

[Smoke117]

I don't think Shaq brings anything to the table.

[04mzwach]

He is too popular to get fired? I never heard of such a thing
Yes, everybody is going to watch Shaq whether they hate it or love it. Shaq is one of the most popular basketball players ever.

[Shepseskaf]

I don't think Shaq brings anything to the table.
Not a surprise. Why did anyone think that asking Shaq to commentate was a good idea? He's an idiot, and just needs to go away.

[Timmy D for MVP]

Kenny, Chuck, CWebb, and GP would be the dream team.

[bluechox2]

shaq looks really lost out there

[sportsfan76]

Yes, everybody is going to watch Shaq whether they hate it or love it. Shaq is one of the most popular basketball players ever.


Why because he is UGLY and CRAZY?

[04mzwach]

shaq looks really lost out there
He's only starting. He'll be watchable by the 4th or 5th show most likely.

[konex]

nt

[04mzwach]

Why because he is UGLY and CRAZY?
Great player, likable, charismatic, funny, sociable...

[sportsfan76]

hiring shaq to be on TNT is just like hiring

Allen Iverson
Charles Oakley
Anthony mason


All ghetto and don't speak well.

[04mzwach]

Shaq did finish 4 years of college. He's not an idiot. He has done training in broadcasting and he just has to shake off the nerves. This is an overreaction thread to say the least.

[kidachi]

What happened to GP by the way?

I agree with the posts in here.. EJ, Kenny, Chuck, CWebb, GP.. great analysis on basketball and very entertaining..

[comerb]

I had a hard time understand what Shaq was saying. Maybe cause his voice is so deep?

He doesn't enunciate his words and mumbles a lot. I always had trouble understanding him in post-game interviews.

[04mzwach]

After that said, I do prefer C-Webb over almost anybody for Inside NBA.

[04mzwach]

He doesn't enunciate his words and mumbles a lot. I always had trouble understanding him in post-game interviews.
That pretty much sums it up. He doesn't talk well when put on the spot.

[Lakers Legend#32]

"Mumble, Mumble, Mumble," --Shaq

[04mzwach]

Nevermind, I'm on the SHAQ FREE INSIDE NBA bandwagon for now. I don't know if they can tweak his mic to make him sound more clearly or something. :facepalm

[L.Kizzle]

Bring Gary Payton back. Maybe he'll get better this is his second day. Get him some practice on NA TV fist and put Webber back on.

[upside24]

He isn't funny off the cuff like Chuck. It does seem like he is a fifth wheel.

[04mzwach]

I usually get the most laughs at the postgame. That will be the true test.

[Juges8932]

I liked C-Webb, but come on, give Shaq a little bit of time. He has a fun personality and likes making jokes, going back and forth with people. I am glad he was added as part of the crew and I look forward to seeing him get comfortable with the new role.

This site is way too impulse and constant overreactions, lol.

[FindingTim]

The dude is just too much. Acts like a 12 year old, and really isn't particularly funny or insightful.

He also throws off the dynamic. The other three exist on a different intellectual plane, and they dumb down the content to accommodate Shaq.

I understand TNT wants to attract viewers, but for every kid who watches the show because of Shaq, there will be two longtime 'Inside' fans who say, "screw this."

It was a balsy move, and now I hope TNT is balsy enough to show Shaq the exit.

[CJ Mustard]

He is hilariously bad right now. :roll:

[L.Kizzle]

He is hilariously bad right now. :roll:
"Alabama, Auburn both got an a in em"

[The Macho Man]

This big dummy sayin he likes Javale Mcgee.:facepalm

[Quizno]

yeah he's actually really bad :(

[1987_Lakers]

lmao Shaq is on fire right now. TNT put Charles on blast putting up his mugshot.

"Turn to the right please, turn to the left please"

[N0Skillz]

He'll get good, he just needs to stop interrupting people ....

[asdf1990]

jesus christ, so terrible, he ruined inside the NBA, had to shut it off

[dajadeed]

I hate Shaq, but he's not as laughingly bad as people are making him out to be. You can definitely tell his chemistry with the other 3 is off, but that will come with time. Give him a few weeks and then judge him.

[Darius]

He's off to a bad start. Throws off the dynamic. He's like that dude trying to prove himself when you are just kicking it with your buddies.

I liked GP, bring him back.

[1987_Lakers]

You guys need to lighten up, this is his first day, he will get better.

[coin24]

GP and Webber:bowdown:

Funniest duo ever... Pretty sure they're not allowed to be on together anymore though:confusedshrug:

[Darius]

wow surprised Shaq knows where all these scrubs play. I woulda guessed he was a guy who didn't watch the L.

[Tenchi Ryu]

wow surprised Shaq knows where all these scrubs play. I woulda guessed he was a guy who didn't watch the L.
He killin Chuck bad right now
:roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll:

[HB40TheNextStar]

lol, Shaq is killing Chuck.

[L.Kizzle]

Shaq earned his spot.

[ukfan22]

he's trying a little too hard

[1987_Lakers]

lmao:roll:

[CJ Mustard]

:oldlol:

[Tenchi Ryu]

LMFAO

Shaq already with the SKITS
:roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll: :roll:

[Jay-B]

U guys are crazy Shaq is a trip LOL

[ukfan22]

okay, that was funny

[N0Skillz]

:roll: :roll: :roll: :roll:

[Eric Cartman]

Op is a huge FA'G

The show today was the funniest thing ever.

[L8krH8tr]

i have to turn up the volume when Shaq analyzes but dam i love Shaq!!

[Quizno]

okay that was funny :oldlol:

[asdf1990]

damn, I missed the funny part

[Rowe]

GP and Webber:bowdown:

Funniest duo ever... Pretty sure they're not allowed to be on together anymore though:confusedshrug:

Gary Payton was funny as hell.:roll:

[L.Kizzle]

Gary Payton was funny as hell.:roll:
GP, Webb and Shaq would work better than Kenny, Chuck and Shaq.

[keepinitreal]

I'd much rather see Chris Webber than Shaq on the show.

Shaq is one of those guys you like to see for about 1 minute, but nothin' more than that for any one show

[onhcetum]

I was never a fan of his personality even when he was playing. I don't understand why people found him so funny and appealing.

[magnax1]

The post game was actually pretty good. I still like Webber better though. I can't believe any human being thinks Gary Payton is funny though. Most obnoxious human on the planet.

[DuMa]

Got off to a slow start. But finished it well. Great postgame show

[JohnnySic]

Who cares, its just a basketball show. They should put Mutombo on there with his incomprehensible Andre the Giant dialog.....now that would be funny

[LA_Showtime]

I can't wait until Barkley calls out Shaq. You just know it's going to happen, and I'm betting Shaq doesn't take it too well.

[senelcoolidge]

Why not have Shaq come on the show sometimes, like the other guys. Instead of having him there as a regular like Charles and Kenny.

[sportsfan76]

Steven A Smith made fun of Shaq yesterday on ESPN First Take saying that he was on live TV mumbling and needs to get some BASE in his voice.

[Rnbizzle]

I always thought CWebb shoulda been on there alot more, I really like his sense of humor.

[kuniva_dAMiGhTy]

Shaq is a cool dude, but he tries way too hard to be a comedian. Coming into the camera (angle) when Ernie is closing out a segment. One liners, repeating himself, etc. Guy gets a lot of cheap laughs, I'll give him that.

[ProfessorMurder]

They should put Mutombo on there with his incomprehensible Andre the Giant dialog

I wish!

[Bandito]

I was never a fan of his personality even when he was playing. I don't understand why people found him so funny and appealing.
QFT

[icewill36]

+1 for CWebb as a permanent member, instead of shaq

[SCdac]

Shaq is a douche. everybody should have already known, and Im sure he's only going to reveal himself more. He just wants to be in the limelight and even when doing that he isn't really entertaining or informative... I'm sure he'll warm up to it, he'll get "better", but damn can't even hear half the shit he says, somebody tell him to fix his mic or speak up or something.

[ProfessorMurder]

Shaq is a douche. everybody should have already known, and Im sure he's only going to reveal himself more. He just wants to be in the limelight and even when doing that he isn't really entertaining or informative... I'm sure he'll warm up to it, he'll get "better", but damn can't even hear half the shit he says, somebody tell him to fix his mic or speak up or something.

It's because they're using LAV mics so it picks up all of the bass from his voice. If they were using a different kind of mic it would work better... But the show is improv and on the fly so they can't really do anything in post or use a different mic.

[L.Kizzle]

Ernie just got Shaq back.

[Gundress]

Ernie just got Shaq back.


That shit was so funny.

[DuMa]

its been great so far. i totally didnt expect the tree to hit shaq at the end :oldlol:

[Micku]

its been great so far. i totally didnt expect the tree to hit shaq at the end :oldlol:

Chris Bosh! :lol

[NumberSix]

Turrible

[Rowe]

Evil Chris Bosh.

:roll:

[SpecialQue]

its been great so far. i totally didnt expect the tree to hit shaq at the end :oldlol:

As a Bosh supporter, I approve of that skit.

[LakersReign]

Shaq was always a clown, so it was only a matter of time before he took the next step into network tv. If people watched "Shaq vs", they tune in to Inside as well. Still think he was an ingrate to leave LA, but gotta respect the skills cuz dude was a dominator.