Former NBA legend Charles Barkley recently shared his thoughts on pickleball, a sport that has gained popularity among retirees. Barkley called pickleball a ‘stupid thing’ that gets old people hurt, citing his doctor friends who say it’s a ‘gift that keeps giving’ due to the numerous injuries it causes.

Barkley’s Comments

Barkley’s comments were made during an appearance on ‘The Kittle Cast’ podcast, where he was discussing aging athletically with NFL tight end George Kittle and his wife, Claire. Barkley advised Kittle to be mindful of his physical limitations as he ages, suggesting that pickleball is not a suitable activity for older adults.

Kittle agreed with Barkley, sharing his own experience with the sport. He mentioned that he had heard similar stories about pickleball causing injuries, including torn ACLs and broken wrists, and expressed his reluctance to participate in the sport.

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