Bill Simmons on Michael Jordan’s NBC debut: ‘It doesn’t really matter what he says … I’m captivated’
"He might be the first person who's ever been on a pregame or halftime show where I literally don't care what he says."
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Debut of NBC’s new ‘NBA Showtime’ studio show underwhelms, saved by beloved production
Reggie Miller has questionable Thunder jersey retirement thoughts
"I think Serge Ibaka should be retired here. James Harden, I think, should be retired here."
Mike Tirico hasn’t missed a beat as NBC turns in stellar NBA Opening Night broadcast
Michael Jordan makes NBA on NBC debut
"I haven't picked up a ball in years."
NBA on NBC makes the perfect intro in amazing return
The introduction to the first NBA on NBC game in 23 years for opening night was absolutely perfect in every way.
‘NBA Showtime’ on NBC gets off to rocky start with audio issues
"Hey, this is the first night, so it's not going to be perfect NBC family, but we're going to get it right."
Bob Costas: Michael Jordan’s ‘mere presence’ is a reason to watch NBA on NBC
"His mere presence is a reason to stop and then put down the remote"
NBC execs reportedly worried NBA deal is ‘a money loser’
"All of these deals lose money discretely."
NBC shares new details regarding Michael Jordan’s NBA coverage role
The first edition of "MJ: Insights to Excellence" will debut on Tuesday.
Cris Collinsworth leaks Michael Jordan’s NBA on NBC role: ‘I’m gonna get shot for some of this’
"It will be a deep dive into the brain of Michael Jordan"
Kenny Beecham, Enjoy Basketball brand partnering with ‘NBA on NBC’
One of the original NBA broadcasters is partnering directly with one of the original NBA YouTubers on a content deal as it begins an 11-year deal to air NBA games starting next week.
NBC reveals NBA broadcaster pairings for beginning of season
It is officially one week until NBC makes its long-awaited return to NBA broadcasting. And now, we have...
NBA fans react to ‘Roundball Rock’ NBC return on Peacock broadcast
"Progress, but this a very precious asset that’s presentation needs to be executed more meticulously."
NBC leaning towards three-man booth for NBA conference finals
"I think you head into the playoffs, and the Western Conference Finals that we have this year, you're going to see potentially a three-man booth."
NBC debuts AI-generated Jim Fagan voice for NBA coverage
Just because you can, doesn't mean you should.
‘NBA on NBC’ scorebug on Peacock debuts to positive reviews
"NBA on Peacock scorebug IS SO GOOD!!!!"
Lenny Kravitz to be the Carrie Underwood of NBC’s ‘Sunday Night Basketball’
Kravitz will record an opening number for the network's premier NBA package.
‘Basketball Night in America’ to air on-site for ‘Sunday Night Basketball’ games
Maria Taylor will host the one-hour studio show on-site each week when Sunday Night Basketball launches in February.
Chris Mannix joins ‘NBA on NBC’ crew as insider
Another hire for the NBA on NBC roster.
Peacock experimenting with brand new way to broadcast NBA games
Peacock will feature individual analysts on each bench for Monday NBA broadcasts in an all new experimental setup.
10 years on, Mike Tirico’s NBC Sports long game is paying dividends
NBA scheduling head details numerous changes for upcoming season
Gene Li explains NBA TV's new role, which national games are exclusive vs. non-exclusive, and more.
NBA finalizes USA vs. World format for 2026 All-Star game on NBC
What happens if there aren't 8 foreign-born All-Stars?
John Tesh announces ‘Sports’ album, includes multiple versions of ‘Roundball Rock’
"After decades of composing for major sports broadcasts and covering historic events as a journalist, this album feels like a homecoming."