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Matt Audilet

By Matt Audilet

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On Wednesday, legendary NBA broadcaster Ernie Johnson announced that he's in the middle of his final season as host of "Inside the NBA."

Johnson, 70, will end his "Inside the NBA" career after 37 years with the beloved program.

This announcement sparked reactions from prominent figures around the basketball world, including NBA commissioner Adam Silver.

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“Few people have shaped the way fans experience the NBA as profoundly as Ernie Johnson. His brilliance as a broadcaster is matched by his character, compassion and generosity, which have been evident throughout his 37 years as host of ‘Inside the NBA.’ We are grateful for Ernie’s extraordinary impact on our league and look forward to celebrating him during his final season," Silver wrote in an official statement.

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Johnson noted multiple contributing factors that went into his decision, including recent health issues and a desire to spend more time with his family.

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While his time with "Inside the NBA" is coming to an end, Johnson will remain a part of TNT's March Madness coverage, as well as other projects for the network.

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