We're just playing basketball. It's not like we're going out to have unprotected sex with Magic.
Charles BarkleyI didnt wear the pink panties because I didnt want America going crazy with excitement.
Charles BarkleyI'm just what America needs: another unemployed black man. (on his retirement from basketball)
Charles BarkleyPoor people cannot rely on the government to come to help you in times of need. You have to get your education. Then nobody can control your destiny.
Charles BarkleyI don't believe professional athletes should be role models. I believe parents should be role models.... It's not like it was when I was growing up. My mom and my grandmother told me how it was going to be. If I didn't like it, they said, Don't let the door hit you in the ass on your way out. Parents have to take better control.
Charles Barkley