Ernie Johnson says this will be his last season hosting "Inside the NBA"
Ernie Johnson announced Wednesday that he will leave "Inside the NBA" after the current season, ending 37 years as host.
Ernie Johnson announced Wednesday that the current season will be his last as host of "Inside the NBA." The Guardian, Fox News and NBC News all reported the decision.
Johnson has hosted the show for 37 seasons. Fox News quotes him saying "it's just time."
The Guardian reports that Johnson is 70 and wants to spend more time with his family. It says he made the announcement on social media. Fox News and NBC News did not give a reason in their reports.
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- The GuardianErnie Johnson, beloved host of Inside the NBA, to step away from show at end of seasonWed, Oct 28, 3:25 PM EDT
- Fox NewsLegendary host Ernie Johnson announces he is stepping away from 'Inside the NBA' after this seasonWed, Oct 28, 5:17 PM EDT
- NBC NewsErnie Johnson set to hang up his NBA microphone after this seasonThu, Oct 29, 10:46 AM EDT
- Fox NewsBOBBY BURACK: Here is who could replace Ernie Johnson as the next host of 'Inside the NBA'Thu, Oct 29, 1:27 PM EDT
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- Wed, Oct 28, 5:20 PM EDT, 2 outlets: Ernie Johnson to leave "Inside the NBA" after this season