Barkley was an 11-time NBA All-Star, 11-time member of the All-NBA Team, and the 1993 NBA Most Valuable Player (MVP). He was named to the NBA's 50th and 75th anniversary teams. An All-American at Auburn University, Barkley was drafted as a junior by the Philadelphia 76ers with the fifth pick of the 1984 NBA draft.

Charles Barkley (Sir Charles; The Round Mound of Rebound; Chuck) Position: Center 6-6, 252lb (198cm, 114kg) School: Auburn (Men) Draft: Philadelphia 76ers, 1st round (5th pick, 5th overall), 1984 NBA draft. More player info

Barkley still holds multiple Auburn records, including rebounds per game and shooting percentage. Auburn made its first NCAA Tournament appearance in 1984, Barkley’s final season on the Plains. Following his junior season at Auburn, Barkley declared for the 1984 NBA Draft.

Jul 7, 2023 · Nicknamed "the Round Mound of Rebound" and "Sir Charles," Barkley had a remarkable basketball career with the Auburn University Tigers before embarking on a career in the National Basketball Association (NBA).

Oct 1, 2024 · There are not many figures in the game of basketball more recognizable than former Auburn Tigers star Charles Barkley. As one of the game’s all-time greats and the best player in the history...

Mar 9, 2022 · Charles Barkley is one of the greatest basketball players of all time, an under-sized college center at Auburn known for his rebounding and shot-blocking who became of the best players in the...

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3 days ago · Auburn had to play most of the second half without Baker-Mazara, eventually resulting in a loss to their in-state rivals. Since then, advice has poured in all over the place for the fifth-year player. Auburn legend Charles Barkley was the latest, using the wise words of Nick Saban. The former Alabama head coach is someone Barkley has openly ...

Mar 7, 2025 · Fast forward to 2014, when he landed the Auburn job, he played it for his new team. “I’ve got to play something for you guys,” he told them. “Charles Barkley—who I’ve never met in my life—sent me this message.” It was a full-circle moment, linking Auburn’s most iconic player to the man now tasked with building its future.

Mar 7, 2025 · Auburn fans, brace yourselves—because Charles Barkley isn’t holding back. The Tigers’ most famous alum has always been loud and proud about, and this season is no exception. “They (Auburn) take the personality of the coach. Bruce is amazing. They have taken his personality. Oh, they’re crazy.