Overview

• Jalen Rose temporarily replaced Kenny Smith on 'Inside the NBA' during Smith's Thanksgiving week absence, earning praise from fans for his humor and chemistry with the cast.
• Rose, a former ESPN analyst, was laid off in 2023 but has since joined NBC's Big Ten College Countdown, highlighting his continued presence in sports media.
• Fans on social media expressed enthusiasm for Rose as a potential permanent addition to the 'Inside the NBA' team, with some suggesting he outshines Smith in the role.
• The TNT crew, including Charles Barkley and Shaquille O’Neal, welcomed Rose back with playful banter, referencing his past stint with the network as a sideline reporter in 2006.
• Speculation about Rose's future in basketball broadcasting includes potential roles with TNT, ESPN, or NBC as networks prepare for changes in NBA media rights starting in 2025.