Shaq's larger-than-life presence propels Inside the NBA to iconic status and the Hall of Fame studio show's impact is felt far beyond the world of sports.

Charles Barkley's self-deprecating humor and willingness to go outside the boundaries makes Inside the NBA more than a basketball show.

Everyone has a role on Inside the NBA. From analyst Kenny Smith to the behind-the-scenes characters that make the show unique, an idea can come from anywhere.

Inside the NBA hits the air in 1989 and Ernie Johnson quickly becomes the perfect host to lead an all-star cast of Kenny Smith, Charles Barkley and Shaquille O'Neal through a unique combination of intense debates and unhinged hilarity.