Michael Jordan’s NBA on NBC tenure has been a massive letdown
Thus far, we've only seen clips one Michael Jordan interview. And it doesn't appear that will be changing anytime soon.
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Mike Tirico confirms no additional interviews with Michael Jordan scheduled
"Was it what everyone wanted? Probably not. Was it better than not hearing from Michael Jordan? You’re damn right it was"
Tracy McGrady challenges NBA stars to revitalize Slam Dunk Contest: ‘You afraid?’
"What’s up with all you young guys, man? It’s just dunking!"
Snoop Dogg was incredible on NBC’s Clippers-Warriors broadcast
Snoop Dogg stole the show as a guest analyst and reporter for NBC's Clippers-Warriors broadcast on Monday night.
The top sports media stories of 2025
From big rights deals to shocking firings and scandals it was a wild, memorable year throughout the sports media universe.
NBA flexes Spurs-Thunder into primetime NBC window
The Spurs have handed the Thunder three of their five losses this season.
Reggie Miller thinks 4-point line could be in NBA’s future
"In 10 years, I would not be surprised if there's a four-point line."
NBA viewership continues to surge under new media rights deals
The league's viewership is up 27% versus the same point last year.
NBC flexes upcoming ‘Coast 2 Coast’ schedule, switches up doubleheader timeslot
NBC is changing doubleheader times on Dec. 23, Dec. 29, and Dec. 30, with both games being broadcast across the U.S.
NBA touts massive viewership increases for NBA Cup under new TV deals
NBA Cup Group Play averaged 1.50 million viewers across ESPN, NBC, Peacock, and Prime Video.
Michael Jordan’s second NBC segment appeared to be from same interview as his first
As David Samson said, a wardrobe change might have helped.
After more than one month off, Michael Jordan returns to NBC. Will it be a second interview?
Will we get a more current Michael Jordan interview than the first one?
NBA viewership up 30% under new media rights deals
The league's increased reach is paying off so far.
Robbie Hummel explains how Peacock’s ‘On the Bench’ format puts him in huddles with coaches
Michael Grady knows how to get NBA fans to put phones down with a big call
"I think your better play-by-play announcers, just with their tone and meeting the moment, can make you go ... 'What just happened?'"
NBC’s Austin Rivers interviews dad, Doc, ahead of Bucks-Cavs game
"'Doc'? That's my name?"
Victor Wembanyama out for NBC’s flexed Spurs-Grizzlies game
Ja Morant will also miss Tuesday's matchup with a calf strain.
Mike Tirico turned around mid-game to interview screaming 76ers fan
Mike from Ocean City, you're on the air.
Marv Albert makes surprise NBA on NBC cameo
The NBA on NBC has delivered on its promise to embrace nostalgia.
Fox could have blocked ‘Roundball Rock’ from returning to NBC
"Fox has an exclusive deal for ‘Roundball Rock’ and had to allow NBC to use the song."
Reggie Miller willing to give Michael Jordan’s NBC role a spark
"Let us both walk in, look at each other and just go. whatever comes out, comes out. I want to do it"
NBC already flexing Victor Wembanyama onto national TV
The Spurs-Grizzlies matchup replaces Pistons vs. Hawks in NBC's Nov. 18 lineup.
Maria Taylor opens up on ‘healing process’ post-ESPN
"I think sometimes, things can be removed out of your life for a reason, because this is what was on the other side of it, and this is where I needed to be."
Report: Michael Jordan ‘NBA on NBC’ role to remain very limited
The six-time NBA champion "could do" two or three more pre-taped interviews this season.
David Samson: NBC could have saved face on Michael Jordan interview with a ‘costume change’
"All you do is change clothes, put a green screen for a different background, and it looks like he sat down a second time, and no one’s saying a word."
