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Ernie Johnson Announces He’s Leaving NBA Broadcasts After the Season

Long time NBA host and commentator Ernie Johnson has announced that this will be his last season covering the league. Johnson has hosted the popular Inside the NBA analysis show on TNT and ESPN since 1990. Johnson announced his upcoming…

By Dave Deckard · Blazer's Edge

Published: Thursday, 29 October 2026 at 12:29 AM

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Ernie Johnson announced that this will be his final season covering NBA broadcasts.
Johnson has hosted the analysis program Inside the NBA since 1990.
The veteran broadcaster shared news of his upcoming retirement via social media.

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Longtime NBA host and commentator Ernie Johnson has announced via social media that the current season will be his last covering the league. Johnson has served as the host of the widely popular studio analysis show Inside the NBA on TNT and ESPN since 1990.

Throughout his decades-long tenure, Johnson became known for moderating discussions alongside fellow studio personalities Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neal. His departure marks the conclusion of an era as he prepares to retire from his regular NBA broadcasting duties after this season.

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Ernie Johnson Announces He’s Leaving NBA Broadcasts After the Season

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