PHILADELPHIA — Saquon Barkley sat behind the table, following the man who’s much like a mountain. Lane Johnson lumbered outside the media tent, an ageless pillar poised for his 13th season at right tackle.

The iconic “Inside the NBA” show featuring Barkley, Ernie Johnson, Kenny “The Jet” Smith and Shaquille O’Neal appeared in jeopardy for some until it became clear the show would remain intact and appear on ESPN -- with TNT producing it in-house.