NBC Sports has added another Hall of Famer to its basketball lineup, announcing in a press release that Michael Jordan will serve as a special contributor when the NBA returns to the network this fall.
“I am so excited to see the NBA back on NBC,” Jordan said. “The NBA on NBC was a meaningful part of my career, and I’m excited about being a special contributor to the project. I’m looking forward to seeing you all when the NBA on NBC launches this October.”
No further details are provided about what Jordan’s job will entail, but his presence is sure to attract attention as NBC resumes covering the NBA. The league reached an 11-year agreement with NBC as part of its latest media rights deal.
“A legendary addition to our team! We’re thrilled to welcome Michael Jordan as a special contributor to the NBA on NBC and Peacock,” the network declared in a Twitter post that includes a brief video of Jordan from his playing days.
Jordan, who won six NBA titles with the Bulls during the 1990s, is recognized as one of the greatest players in NBA history. He’s a five-time MVP, a six-time Finals MVP, a 14-time All-Star, a 10-time scoring champion and a nine-time member of the All-Defensive first team.
Jordan was elected to the Naismith Basketball Hall of Fame in 2009 and won two gold medals with the U.S. Olympic team. His popularity played a large role in the growth of basketball as a worldwide sport.
After retirement, Jordan became the first former player to own an NBA team, buying a controlling interest in the Charlotte franchise in 2010 before selling his majority stake in 2023. He’s also a successful businessman with the Jordan Brand, a division of Nike, and has been active in philanthropy, serving as Make-A-Wish’s Chief Wish Ambassador since 2008.
Jordan is the latest high-profile addition to the NBC lineup, which also includes former players Carmelo Anthony, Reggie Miller and Jamal Crawford.
“Michael’s legacy both on and off the court speaks for itself,” said NBC Sports President Rick Cordella. “We’re incredibly proud to have him join our coverage.”
I think it’ll only be for special primetime games and playoffs.
This is great for the nba having the GOAT…
I don’t think this will go well. Nobody wants to hear from Jordan as he is not a good speaker or verbal entertainer like Charles or Shaq. Plus we know his talent evaluation skills are non-existent as evidenced by the terrible team he owned and operated. He will flame out like Emmitt Smith
Nobody? Speak for yourself.
Ok most people…
I think you’re underestimating how many people would want to listen to him S his own D about how great he was and how he would average 50 with today’s rules.
It would nice to hear someone besides lebron bragging about how good they are
I’m with you. Great player, not the personality I want to listen to
This maybe a move to keep older viewers. I highly doubt anyone under 30 unless a super hoop fan is gonna care. They know him as the show icon, none lived through his actual dominate years. You can watch old games but that will never give the same hype that was going on.
He is not evaluating talent. He is taking about what the talent is doing. He is talking about the games playing in front of him and in front of our eyes. Something we all see except you of of course.
I’m just speaking as a person that mutes most halftime or put something on my other tv or laptop. The TNT guys are the exception since they have a level of entertainment. If MJ is just talking about the game with little fun I likely won’t care. I just want to see the game get back on, I can easily tell when someone is taking stupid shots, complaining too much for calls, or lacking on defense.
I don’t disagree, but it’s a special contributor role. If he doesn’t work out, you can cut your losses pretty quickly.
I can’t wait to see him pursue grudges against people live on national television! Spicy!
MJ like Bron. Always knows what teams wrestle trying to do to him. He knows how you can beat adjustments. As a team or by himself. He is one of smartest to ever play. He doesn’t get enough credit for that. And there isn’t a player even today. Who will out work him. So he understands phony players. Guys who shy away from limelight. From success and winning. MJ never shied away from any moment. I sure am interested in what he thinks.
Correction. Michael Jordan is not just one of the greatest NBA players. He is, in fact, the greatest NBA player ever. Also the greatest player on any team sport of all time. His contributions to NBC will be looked forward to.