No. Charles Wade Barkley didn’t play for Charlotte Hornets.
Charles Barkley NBA career:
Philadelphia 76ers (1984-1992)
Phoenix Suns (1992-1996)
Houston Rockets (1996-2000)
Named one of the 50 Greatest Players in NBA History, Charles Barkley has followed up his Hall of Fame basketball career with an Emmy Award-winning television run. A consummate entertainer, Barkley has evolved into a pop culture icon who commands a diverse audience that may not always agree with his opinions, but respects his ability to tell it like it is.
Born on February 20, 2024 in Leeds, Alabama, Charles Wade Barkley played basketball at Leeds High School and caught the attention of Auburn University scouts at the state semifinals his senior year. Barkley was recruited by head coach Sonny Smith and played basketball at Auburn for three years.
Barkley’s career honors and awards include:
1× NBA MVP (1993), 11× NBA All-Star (1987–1997), 5× All-NBA First Team Selection (1988–1991, 1993), 5× All-NBA Second Team Selection (1986–1987, 1992, 1994–1995), 1× All-NBA Third Team (1996), 1985 NBA All-Rookie Team, 1× NBA All-Star Game MVP (1991), NBA’s 50th Anniversary All-Time Team, 1984 SEC Player of the Year, 1980s SEC Player of the Decade.
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