Shaquille O'Neal and Charles Barkley Spar on TNT

During a recent segment of TNT's Inside the NBA, Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley humorously mocked Shaquille O'Neal for his flamboyant 'French look' attire, with Barkley quipping that it didn’t make him French just because he liked certain foods. Meanwhile, Barkley expressed disappointment over the Minnesota Timberwolves' performance this season, attributing their struggles partly to Anthony Edwards' shift towards a more 3-point-heavy style of play, which he believes has led to a regression in Edwards' aggressiveness. In a lighter anecdote, former Lakers teammate Tyronn Lue recounted a prank by Shaq where he famously defecated in rookie Devean George's shoe as a response to George's failure to bring snacks for the team. The story drew laughter from fellow NBA stars, highlighting Shaq's playful personality off the court. Despite the humorous moments, Barkley pointed out the significant impact of missing player Karl-Anthony Towns on the Timberwolves' chances this season, suggesting they are far from playoff contention. Overall, the blend of humor and serious critique showcased the dynamic culture within the NBA.