Overview

• Michael Jordan will serve as a 'special contributor' for NBC’s NBA coverage starting with the 2025-26 season, marking his first significant media role.
• The announcement was made during NBCUniversal’s upfront presentation at Radio City Music Hall in New York on Monday, May 12, 2025.
• NBC’s return to NBA broadcasting includes the revival of its iconic 'Roundball Rock' theme by John Tesh and other nostalgic elements from its 1990s coverage.
• Jordan’s exact on-air role has not yet been detailed, but NBC Sports President Rick Cordella emphasized the significance of his legacy in elevating the network’s NBA relaunch.
• The move aligns with NBC's broader strategy under an 11-year, $77 billion media rights deal with the NBA, which includes streaming exclusives on Peacock and a new 'Sunday Night Basketball' slot.