'Inside the NBA' includes Dianna Russini, Mike Vrabel in 'Gone Fishing' graphic
Awful Announcing • • sports
Key Points:
- TNT Sports’ Inside the NBA aired a controversial “Gone Fishing” graphic mocking the Boston Celtics after their playoff elimination, which included NFL reporter Dianna Russini and Patriots coach Mike Vrabel in a Titanic-themed image.
- The graphic depicted Vrabel holding Russini at the front of a boat, referencing the iconic “I’m flying” scene from the movie Titanic, alongside Celtics stars and notable Boston figures.
- The Inside the NBA hosts, including Charles Barkley, Shaquille O’Neal, Kenny Smith, and Ernie Johnson, appeared uncomfortable and hesitant to comment on the inclusion of Russini and Vrabel.
- The segment stood out as ESPN has typically been cautious in covering the ongoing saga involving Russini and Vrabel, whereas Inside the NBA took a more direct and humorous approach.
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