`Inside the NBA' making the most of its 1st appearance in the finals (opens original article in a new tab)

Ernie Johnson and 'Inside the NBA' team are hosting the NBA Finals on ESPN and ABC, achieving high viewership and positive reception after moving from TNT Sports, with notable commentary from Charles Barkley.

• Ernie Johnson and 'Inside the NBA' team are hosting NBA Finals coverage for the first time on ESPN and ABC after moving from TNT Sports.
• The show's transition has been seamless, with high viewership and positive reception, including a record 23.2 million viewers for Game 4's conclusion.
• Charles Barkley criticized the San Antonio Spurs for their performance in Game 4, calling them 'the dumbest basketball team in the history of civilization.'