Michael Jordan will return to the center of attention in the NBA—this time behind the microphone
13 may 2025 в 01:28
Michael Jordan returns to the forefront of the NBA, this time behind the microphone.
On May 12, 2025, NBC Sports announced that the 62-year-old basketball legend will join their NBA broadcasts as a special contributor when the network regains broadcasting rights for the 2025−26 season. This announcement was part of a new 11-year media agreement between NBC and the league. «Michael's legend both on and off the court speaks for itself. We are proud that he will be joining our broadcasts», - said NBC Sports President Rick Cordella.
Here’s what you need to know about Jordan’s new role at NBC.
Jordan retired from the NBA three times: first in October 1993, then again in January 1999, and finally in April 2003 after two seasons with the Washington Wizards. His first retirement was related to his father’s death, and his last retirement marked the end of his legendary basketball career.
Jordan joins NBC Sports as a special contributor to their NBA broadcasts, which will begin in the 2025−26 season, although the network has not yet revealed specific details about his role.
«A legendary addition to our team! We are excited to welcome Michael Jordan as a special contributor to the NBA on NBC and Peacock», - NBC shared in a post on X, accompanying it with a video review from his playing days.
Reflecting on his history with the network, Jordan stated: «I am so excited to see the NBA on NBC again. NBA on NBC was a significant part of my career, and I am thrilled to be a special contributor to the project. I look forward to meeting all of you when the NBA on NBC launches in October».
As of 2025, Jordan’s net worth is estimated to be around $ 3.5 billion, according to Forbes. He became the first professional athlete to make the Forbes 400 list, largely due to his long-term partnership with Nike and the sale of his stake in the Charlotte Hornets in 2023. Additionally, he was one of the founders of the NASCAR team 23XI Racing in 2020
On May 12, 2025, NBC Sports announced that the 62-year-old basketball legend will join their NBA broadcasts as a special contributor when the network regains broadcasting rights for the 2025−26 season. This announcement was part of a new 11-year media agreement between NBC and the league. «Michael's legend both on and off the court speaks for itself. We are proud that he will be joining our broadcasts», - said NBC Sports President Rick Cordella.
Here’s what you need to know about Jordan’s new role at NBC.
Jordan retired from the NBA three times: first in October 1993, then again in January 1999, and finally in April 2003 after two seasons with the Washington Wizards. His first retirement was related to his father’s death, and his last retirement marked the end of his legendary basketball career.
Jordan joins NBC Sports as a special contributor to their NBA broadcasts, which will begin in the 2025−26 season, although the network has not yet revealed specific details about his role.
«A legendary addition to our team! We are excited to welcome Michael Jordan as a special contributor to the NBA on NBC and Peacock», - NBC shared in a post on X, accompanying it with a video review from his playing days.
Reflecting on his history with the network, Jordan stated: «I am so excited to see the NBA on NBC again. NBA on NBC was a significant part of my career, and I am thrilled to be a special contributor to the project. I look forward to meeting all of you when the NBA on NBC launches in October».
As of 2025, Jordan’s net worth is estimated to be around $ 3.5 billion, according to Forbes. He became the first professional athlete to make the Forbes 400 list, largely due to his long-term partnership with Nike and the sale of his stake in the Charlotte Hornets in 2023. Additionally, he was one of the founders of the NASCAR team 23XI Racing in 2020
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