Johnson, 70, revealed in the video that he has dealt with heart issues and underwent bypass surgery 14 months ago.He said he wants to slow down and spend more time with his wife and five grandchildren.This page may contain affiliate links to legal sports betting partners.
If you sign up or place a wager, FOX News may be compensated.This content was created by a team that works independently from the FOX newsroom."I've been hosting 'Inside the NBA’ for a long time.
This is my 37th year, and I've long described it as a get-to job.Still amazed that I get to do this for a living.
Now, as the years have gone by and I turned 70 this past summer, folks have asked me, 'So, how long are you going to keep doing Inside?' Well, I want to take a couple of minutes of your time to answer that.This will be my last season.
Totally my decision.It's just time," Johnson said in his video.CLICK HERE FOR MORE OUTKICK SPORTS COVERAGEThe TNT NBA Tip-Off presented by CarMax broadcasts live before the game on Oct.
24, 2023, at Ball Arena in Denver, Colo.(NBAE via Getty Images)Johnson clarified that he is not retiring from broadcasting entirely, only from "Inside the NBA." The broadcaster said he recently launched a production company, 32 Bow Ties, and plans to continue working on March Madness coverage and other projects for TNT and CBS ."So why now? Total honesty here.
I've always prided myself on my preparation, the hours I put in every day getting ready for the next show.I've always loved that part of my job, but I've always vowed that if that ever became more of a challenge than it is a joy, then I'll know it's time to step away.
And now after 37 seasons, it's time," Johnson said.He cited his heart issues and his desire to spend time with family as a contributing factor in his decision.THE CRAIG CARTON SHOW–UNFILTERED, UNAPOLOGETIC AND UNMISSABLE.DOWNLOAD HIS DAILY PODCAST NOW!Ernie Johnson looks on during a practice session ahead of the Final Four of the men's 2026 NCAA Tour...