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Barkley Calls San Francisco "Rat-Infested," Sparks Outrage

2/12/2025

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Charles Barkley didn't hold back during a recent Inside the NBA segment, labeling San Francisco as a "rat-infested place" and the "armpit of America." His comments sparked outrage among Warriors fans, but Stephen Curry and Mayor Daniel Lurie stepped up, eager to showcase the city's vibrant side. Barkley's harsh critique is rooted in the Warriors' controversial relocation from Oakland in 2019.

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Charles Barkley didn't hold back during a recent Inside the NBA segment, labeling San Francisco as a "rat-infested place" and the "armpit of America." His comments sparked outrage among Warriors fans, but Stephen Curry and Mayor Daniel Lurie stepped up, eager to showcase the city's vibrant side. Barkley's harsh critique is rooted in the Warriors' controversial relocation from Oakland in 2019.