“Stop It”: ESPN’s Shot at Mike Vrabel–Dianna Russini Drama Creates Awkward Moment for Charles Barkley & Co.
Credits Imago ©Credits Imago There is no untouched matter, whether it’s any controversy or a trolling job; Inside the NBA will always speak about it. But they were silent on the recent rumored linkup between New England Patriots head coach Mike Vrabel and former NFL reporter Dianna Russini. On Sunday, Charles Barkley and his co-hosts spoke on it, but it was awkward, which made it even funnier.
This began on the “Gone Fishing” segment on Inside the NBA, where the crew mocks or supports the ousted playoff teams. Alongside players, it consists of images of former legends, team supporters, and some controversial figures. This time Boston Sports’ New England Patriots were expected to be on it after their humbling 13-29 loss in the SuperBowl.
But Russini and Vrabel being included in the Celtics’ send-off, though, was unexpected. Barkley was the first one to notice their image and said, “You guys are…” Host Ernie Johnson steered the topic away. But Kenny Smith said, “Who are those two people in the front, I don’t know”.
Charles Barkley again chimed, “Stop it. If that’s on purpose, stop it. ” Johnson continued to name other Boston-area celebrities such as podcaster Bill Simmons, actors Mark Wahlberg, Matt Damon, Ben Affleck and John Krasinski but ignored Vrabel and Russini, posed in the famous “I’m flying” scene from the movie “Titanic.
” Even Shaquille O’Neal tried to bring it up. Shaq said, “There is last one left. ” But EJ was determined not to bring the controversy up and said,” That’s all I see on that boat.