Michael Jordan to join NBA coverage on NBC

Published: Monday, May 12, 2025 at 6:56 pm

**Michael Jordan Returns to NBA Coverage with NBC**

Basketball fans, get ready! NBA legend Michael Jordan is returning to the world of NBA coverage, but this time, he'll be on the other side of the camera. NBC Sports announced that the six-time NBA champion will join their team as a contributor, starting with the 2025-26 season.

The announcement, made at a presentation at Radio City Music Hall in New York City, marks a significant moment for both Jordan and NBC. Jordan, who dominated the court for the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards, expressed his excitement in a video played at the event, highlighting the importance of "NBA on NBC" during his playing career. He's looking forward to being a "special contributor" and connecting with fans when the coverage launches in October.

This move reunites Jordan with NBC, which previously broadcast NBA games from 1990 to 2002, a period coinciding with Jordan's prime years with the Bulls. The network's coverage was highly popular during that era. NBC's return to NBA coverage comes after an 11-year media rights deal was agreed upon with the NBA in July 2024, beginning with the 2025-26 season.

Details about Jordan's specific on-air role are still under wraps, but the anticipation is already building. NBC Sports President Rick Cordella praised Jordan's legacy, stating the network is "incredibly proud to have him join our coverage." This is a major win for NBC, and a thrilling prospect for basketball fans eager to see the GOAT back in the NBA spotlight.

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