NBA Hall of Famer Charles Barkley has publicly criticized Denver Nuggets star Nikola Jokic following viral comments made by the Serbian center. The exchange adds another layer to the ongoing dialogue between the TNT analyst and the three-time MVP.
Jokic, wearing number 15 for the Nuggets, was photographed during a preseason game against the Chicago Bulls at Ball Arena in Denver on October 11, 2026. The game marked part of Denver's preparation for the upcoming regular season.
Barkley, known for his unfiltered commentary on Inside the NBA, did not specify which particular remarks by Jokic prompted his response. The Nuggets center has previously drawn attention for candid postgame interviews and social media moments that have resonated with fans.
Neither the Nuggets organization nor Jokic's representatives have issued an immediate response to Barkley's criticism. The preseason contest against Chicago ended as part of Denver's exhibition schedule ahead of the 2026-27 campaign.
