Charles Barkley has been declared the ‘king of trolls’ after the NBA legend’s ‘wild’ all-star comment

CHARLES BARKLEY has called Salt Lake City a “boring a**” town in a bizarre on-air rant.

The 60-year-old TNT analyst laid into the hosts of the NBA All-Star Game during Sunday’s matchup.

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Barkley watched Team LeBron take on Team Giannis at Vivint Arena.

With little defense, nearly 400 points were scored in the competition as Giannis’ team recorded a 184-175 victory.

But despite the points picked up on the ground, Barkley seemed more concerned about the city’s lack of activity.

And he made his thoughts known with a “savage” tirade from the Inside the NBA commentary box.

Barkley groaned, “These people are going to heaven. There is nothing to do in this boring city.

“Can’t smoke, can’t drink; these people go to heaven.

“It’s a great city, there’s just nothing to do here.”

Chuck’s co-commentator Shaquille O’Neal hinted he felt the same way, quipping back, “I’ve never eaten so much room service in my life.”

Fans were in hysterics at the on-air exchange, which took place just before kick-off in front of a packed arena.

One NBA fan chuckled, “I’ve been to Utah… he’s not wrong lol”

While another said, “That was maybe the funniest comment made all star weekend.”

And a third added: “He’s right [sic] idk why people get offended [laughing emoji].”

Another quipped: “Charles Barkley… The Troll Kings.”

Barkley and Shaq’s comments didn’t sit well with local officials, and State Senator Nate Blouin took to Twitter shortly after the exchange.

Blouin wrote: “Super disappointing recording. Do it better Shaq and Charles!

“I bet you all were just cooped up in the all-star VIP areas and didn’t even come to town and just perpetuating a reputation that we’re working hard to change.”

While on Monday morning Salt Lake City Mayor Erin Mendenhall added: “Charles, quite clearly [needs] a local to show you [Salt Lake City].

“Come back anytime and I would be delighted to take you to any of the world famous restaurants, bars and outdoor spaces that you must have missed during your stay here.”