Jordan Debuts on NBC During Season Opener
Jordan Debuts on NBC During Season Opener

Jordan Debuts on NBC During Season Opener

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NBC returned to NBA broadcasting after more than two decades, opening the 2025–26 season with a Rockets–Thunder season opener that featured a restored “Roundball Rock” theme and an AI-aided announcer voice. During halftime the network debuted Michael Jordan as a special contributor in a new taped series, “MJ: Insights to Excellence,” marking his first regular broadcasting role since retiring. Jordan’s halftime segment included personal remarks — that he hasn’t picked up a basketball in years, is prioritizing family, still “misses” competition and would take a “magic pill” to play again — and a revealing anecdote about feeling unexpectedly nervous shooting a free throw. Mike Tirico led NBC’s coverage and the relaunch featured a veteran analyst lineup including Reggie Miller, Carmelo Anthony, Jamal Crawford, Tracy McGrady and Grant Hill. The broadcast drew widespread praise from players and fans, and the Thunder edged the Rockets 125–124 in double overtime.

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