Yahoo Sports reports: Charles Barkley clarified his criticism of the San Antonio Spurs after his “dumb basketball” comments following their NBA Finals collapse sparked concern over whether he was targeting coach Mitch Johnson. The Spurs had already taken heavy criticism after blowing a 29-point lead in Game 4 against the New York Knicks, a loss that left them down 3-1 in the series.
sports | sports | Yahoo Sports | June 14, 2026 1:48 AM
Charles Barkley clarifies ‘dumb basketball’ comment aimed at San Antonio Spurs after NBA Finals error
Charles Barkley clarified his criticism of the San Antonio Spurs after his “dumb basketball” comments following their NBA Finals collapse sparked concern over whether he was targeting coach Mitch Johnson. The Spurs had already taken heavy criticism after blowing a 29-point lead in Game 4 against the New York Knicks, a loss that left them down 3-1 in the series.
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