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Charles Barkley on the NBA bubble: I don’t see how this thing is going to work

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Charles Barkley joins SportsCenter to talk about the American Century Celebrity Golf Championship Tournament, where he promises to beat at least one other golfer (he entered with the longest odds, tied with DeMarcus Ware).

He also discusses his concerns with the NBA bubble, saying he doesn’t believe it can work the whole time.

What are the potential mental and emotional effects of living in isolation for an extended period of time for NBA players, according to Barkley?

Former NBA superstar Charles Barkley recently expressed his doubts over the effectiveness of the NBA’s plan to create a “bubble” in Orlando to resume the 2019-2020 season amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. In an interview with NBC Sports Philadelphia, he commented, “I don’t see how this thing is going to work.”

Barkley’s concerns are rooted in the fact that the NBA bubble will require players, coaches, and staff to remain isolated from the outside world for an extended period of time. The plan involves creating a closed-off environment at the Walt Disney World Resort in which participants will live, practice, and play games.

However, Barkley noted that even with strict safety measures in place, the bubble is not foolproof. He emphasized that “the virus is going to do what it’s going to do” and that there is no way to completely eliminate the risk of transmission.

Barkley also expressed skepticism about the mental and emotional toll that living in isolation for an extended period of time will take on the players. “You’re going to have guys who are going to be going crazy,” he said. “You’re going to have guys who are going to get bored, and that’s when the party starts.”

Despite his doubts, Barkley acknowledged that the NBA is in a difficult position and that no solution will be 100% effective. Nonetheless, he remains unconvinced that the bubble concept is the best option available.

The NBA has taken extensive measures to create a safe environment within the bubble, including frequent testing and social distancing protocols. However, as Barkley pointed out, there are many variables at play, and it is impossible to guarantee that the plan will be successful.

As the NBA prepares to restart the season in July, the league will continue to monitor the situation carefully and adjust plans as necessary. Whether the bubble ultimately proves successful, only time will tell.