Charles Barkley Really Digs the NHL

Charles Barkley isn't exactly shy about expressing his opinion.

His thoughts may not always be coherent, but they're usually entertaining.

The round mound of basic cable hot takes has frequently shared his displeasure on the quality and entertainment value the 2017 NBA post-season offers. He's in tune with our Angry White Dude in that respect.

While lamenting the sheer boredom and predictability of this year's installment, Chuck has mentioned more than once that the NHL postseason is much more exciting by comparison.

Yep, he'd rather be watching professional hockey.

Barkley also enjoys trashing the product he's paid to discuss whenever the mood strikes him.

If you listen closely, you can actually hear an audible moan emanating from the mouths of various TNT executives.

Of course, we already know how he feels about ESPN.

It does appear that Chuck genuinely enjoys professional hockey, and not just as a pleasant diversion from the predictable drudgery of the NBA postseason.

The embarrassingly bad golfer appreciates the toughness and unpredictability of the sport, which is a sentiment shared by many.

Hopefully, the Cavaliers and Warriors can bring Chuck back into the fold and hold his interest.

Well, perhaps not.