Jamal Crawford Joins NBC NBA Broadcast Team

NBC has secured Jamal Crawford as its first free-agent hire for the upcoming NBA broadcasting season, part of an extensive 11-year, $27 billion deal. While Crawford's exact role on the network's depth chart is not yet finalized, he is expected to call games alongside anticipated lead announcers Mike Tirico and Noah Eagle. The network is also in discussions to potentially sign Reggie Miller, who could provide further high-profile commentary. Crawford previously worked with TNT Sports and NBA TV and is currently involved in a limited capacity with the New York Knicks on MSG Network. NBC aims to build at least four broadcast teams to accommodate its extensive NBA coverage, which includes exclusive games on Mondays and national broadcasts on Tuesdays. The return of the NBA on NBC marks a significant revival for the network after a lengthy absence from airing NBA games.