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While Charles Barkley is undoubtedly the most brutally honest, blunt and unfiltered analyst on NBA on TNT’s set, his words often land him in trouble. However, many would be surprised that despite those factors, the former Phoenix Suns’ MVP is nicknamed as ‘Sir.’

Charles Barkley has an estimated net worth of $50million
Charles Barkley pictured during a special live NBA Basketball Herren USA On TNT Telecast at CES 2018 in Las Vegas, Nevada on January 11, 2018. PUBLICATIONxINxGERxSUIxAUTxONLY Copyright: xDamairsxCarterx

The Alabama born had always been one of the most skilled players in the 90s. In an era where there were likes of Magic Johnson, Larry Bird and Michael Jordan, Barkley came in late and yet had a significant impact on the league. Perhaps he could always be known as the ‘most celebrated’ player to have never won the NBA Championship.

On the same note, if you’re on here to know why Barkley is known as ‘Sir Charles Barkley’ and how did he attain this nickname. Then this story is tailor-made for you. So, without any further ado let’s get straight into it.

How did Chuck earn the nickname – ‘Sir Charles Barkley’

During his days in the league, Barkley was known for his physical style of play, which eventually earned him the nicknames – ‘Sir Charles Barkley’ and ‘The Round Mount of Rebound.’

Not only does he appreciate such nicknames, but Charles Barkley has 10 more nicknames like this, due to his tyle of play and his big mouth afterwards.

Not only was he one of the jolliest players in a time where physical fights used to take place inside the court, but he has also close to stars like Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson despite having a healthy rivalry.

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