Part 6/8:
Joyful Memories and Misunderstandings
Humor often emerges in conversations about sports, revealing the lighter side of the game. Barkley addressed the infamous “cat story” about Horace Grant, which had circulated as an anecdote suggesting Grant skipped practice due to a sick cat. Initially perceived as mere comedy, Barkley clarified that it was a joke orchestrated by their defensive coach, Johnny Bach. Yet, the tale persisted for decades, highlighting how stories can evolve and take on a life of their own in athletic folklore.