Michael Jordan is set to make his debut as a “special contributor” for NBA on NBC during Tuesday’s season opener, Yahoo Sports reported on Monday. His segment, titled MJ: Insights to Excellence, will feature interviews with Mike Tirico and is scheduled to air as part of NBC’s doubleheader.
The series will continue throughout the 2025–26 NBA season, offering fans a unique look into Jordan’s perspective on basketball and player development. NBC plans to integrate the segment into several marquee broadcasts, highlighting Jordan’s analysis alongside live game coverage.
Jordan’s role will not involve play-by-play duties but will focus on in-depth commentary, interviews, and insights from his career. The network hopes the Hall of Famer’s presence will attract both longtime fans and new viewers to NBA broadcasts.
This marks the first full-season on-air role for Jordan since retiring from professional basketball, expanding his media portfolio beyond occasional commentary and special appearances.
NBC has branded the segment as an opportunity for viewers to hear firsthand lessons on performance, leadership, and the mental approach to the game from one of the NBA’s most iconic figures.
The timing aligns with the NBA’s highly anticipated season opener, which features a doubleheader designed to kick off the 2025–26 campaign with maximum visibility.