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Charles Barkley Blasts New York 'Scumbag' Who Egged Victor Wembanyama

Charles Barkley Blasts New York 'Scumbag' Who Egged Victor Wembanyama

Summary

Charles Barkley criticized a New York fan who threw eggs at Spurs player Victor Wembanyama after a game. He called the act immature and cowardly, especially since the Knicks had just made a big comeback to win the game.

Key Facts

  • Charles Barkley made the comments on ESPN's "Inside the NBA" show before Game 5 of the 2026 NBA Finals.
  • A fan threw eggs at Victor Wembanyama after Game 4 in New York City.
  • Barkley described the person who threw eggs as a "scumbag" and "punkish."
  • He hoped the act was done by teenagers and called it juvenile.
  • Other commentators said the act does not represent all Knicks fans but agreed it was wrong.
  • The Knicks had just won the game after a 29-point comeback and led the series 3-1.
  • Barkley also joked about wanting to get fired for his blunt commentary during the Finals.
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