# Ernie Johnson Steps Away From Inside the NBA

> Ernie Johnson ends 37-year NBA show run after health challenges.
- Title: Ernie Johnson Steps Away From Inside the NBA · Complex
- Summary: Ernie Johnson ends 37-year NBA show run after health challenges. Ernie Johnson will step down from Inside the NBA after 37 seasons due to health issues but…
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- Source: Complex — https://complex.com/sports/a/markelibert/ernie-johnson-leaves-inside-nba
- Published: 2026-10-28T19:02:44.778+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: ernie johnson, inside the nba, nba, tnt, cbs, 32 bowties, health struggles, culture, music
## Ernie Johnson Announces Departure
Ernie Johnson revealed he's stepping away from Inside the NBA after 37 seasons but says he's not retiring.

> After 37 seasons, it's time.
## Health Challenges Impact Decision
Johnson has been dealing with heart issues for two years and underwent bypass surgery 14 months ago.
## Continued Broadcasting Commitment
Johnson will still host March Madness and other projects for TNT and CBS, and has started a new production company called 32 Bowties.

> Just to be clear, I'm not retiring. Just cutting back.
## Key takeaway

Ernie Johnson will step down from Inside the NBA after 37 seasons due to health issues but remains active in broadcasting.