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Cris Collinsworth Reveals NBC’s Plan for Michael Jordan’s Role in NBA Return

The on-air tease arrives ahead of NBC’s 11-year pro basketball package that begins in 2025–26.

Overview

  • Collinsworth said viewers should expect “a deep dive into the brain of Michael Jordan,” emphasizing in-depth, beyond-surface insight.
  • He indicated Jordan’s involvement will blend live studio appearances with taped, long-form features released throughout the season.
  • The envisioned segments aim for intimate, access-driven conversations that go beyond routine debates about current players.
  • NBC’s new rights deal includes more than 100 national NBA games each season on NBC and Peacock, six conference finals series, the All-Star Game, and expanded WNBA distribution across USA Network, Peacock, and NBC.
  • Jordan joins a veteran analyst roster that features Reggie Miller, Carmelo Anthony, Vince Carter, Tracy McGrady, Grant Hill, and Maria Taylor.