Michael Jordan Returns to the NBA: In a Whole New Role

Basketball legend Michael Jordan is officially back in the NBA—but not as a player. The iconic former Chicago Bulls star has been named a special contributor to NBA on NBC and Peacock starting with the 2025–2026 season.

NBC made the exciting announcement on Monday, sending waves of joy through basketball fans worldwide. This marks Jordan’s first-ever role with a TV network, making it a huge moment for both the NBA and the media world.

The news comes as part of a massive 11-year, $76 billion deal that brings NBC back into NBA broadcasting, alongside Amazon Prime Video and ESPN/ABC. The deal begins next season and promises more ways for fans to watch games across TV and streaming platforms.

Jordan’s new role feels like a full-circle moment. All six of his NBA championships were aired on NBC between 1990 and 2002, during the golden era of the league.

Now, he returns to the very network that helped showcase his greatness to the world.

While NBC has not revealed exactly what Jordan will do, the title “special contributor” suggests he could be part of storytelling segments, game-day features, and maybe even some commentary, sharing insights from his legendary career.

In a video message, Jordan said,

“I am so excited to see the NBA back on NBC. The NBA on NBC was a meaningful part of my career, and I’m excited about being a special contributor to the project.”

Fans flooded social media with excitement, sharing memories from the 90s and praising the network’s return.

Many said the combination of NBC’s classic presentation and Jordan’s presence will bring magic back to basketball broadcasts.

This new chapter could connect younger fans to basketball’s rich history—and give longtime fans a reason to smile every game night.