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Why is Michael Jordan on NBC? Explaining the NBA legend's role on broadcasts in 2025-26

In the 1990s, all six of Michael Jordan's NBA championships were broadcast on NBC.

23 years after No. 23 last played a game on NBC, Jordan will be a part of the network's wide-ranging coverage of the NBA, beginning in the 2025-26 season. Jordan's role as a "special contributor" for NBC's coverage of the NBA was first announced in May, and more details surrounding the role were revealed before opening night.

Here is what to know about how Jordan will be contributing to NBC's NBA coverage this season, and potentially beyond.

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