The New York Knicks’ stunning Game 4 comeback produced one of the most unforgettable moments in NBA Finals history. However, it also sparked a memorable comedy moment from the Inside the NBA crew. Following New York’s breathtaking 107-106 victory over the San Antonio Spurs, Charles Barkley attempted to recreate legendary broadcaster Mike Breen’s iconic call of OG Anunoby’s game-winning putback. The result was classic Barkley.
As the postgame discussion shifted toward Anunoby’s dramatic tip-in, Barkley enthusiastically launched into a rapid-fire barrage of “Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!” in tribute to Breen’s signature catchphrase. The exaggerated impression immediately drew laughter from the panel. It was longtime host Ernie Johnson, though, who delivered the knockout punch.
Without missing a beat, Johnson calmly looked toward Barkley and deadpanned, “That’s one of the worst Mike Breen impressions I’ve ever heard.”
Charles Barkley: "Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang! Bang!"
Ernie: "That's one of the worst Mike Breen impressions I've ever heard"
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The perfectly timed jab sent the set into hysterics. While analysts spent much of the night dissecting the Knicks’ historic rally, the exchange served as another reminder why the chemistry between Johnson, Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal, and Kenny Smith remains unmatched in sports television.
The Knicks have certainly given the crew plenty to talk about during the 2026 NBA Finals. New York opened the series by stealing the first two games in San Antonio behind the leadership of Jalen Brunson and Karl-Anthony Towns. That’s before suffering a narrow defeat in Game 3. Game 4, however, may ultimately define the series. Trailing by 29 points in the second half, the Knicks mounted the largest comeback in NBA Finals history. Now, they hold a commanding 3-1 series lead as the action shifts back to Texas.
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