All I know is, as long as I led the Southeastern Conference in scoring, my grades would be fine.
Charles BarkleyI don't think of myself as giving interviews. I just have conversations. That gets me in trouble.
Charles BarkleyI'm just what America needs: another unemployed black man. (on his retirement from basketball)
Charles BarkleyThey always try to make it like jocks discriminate against gay people. I've been a big proponent of gay marriage for a long time, because as a black person, I can't be in for any form of discrimination at all.
Charles BarkleyThe most underrated player in NBA history is Dominique Wilkins. Right behind him is Gary Payton. He never has gotten the respect he deserves. If he doesn't spend the rest of his days in Seattle, I hope he goes someplace where he has a chance to win a title.
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