NBC is leaning hard into ’90s nostalgia. And if that means bringing in Michael Jordan as a “special contributor,” so be it. Jordan has famously kept his distance from the media, sticking to his “Republicans buy sneakers too” approach by steering clear of controversy.

Ahead of the NBA on NBC returning next season, the program has announced a massive addition to the team. NBA legend Michael Jordan is expected to join NBA on NBC as a special contributor. More NBA news: Bucks' Giannis Antetokounmpo Reportedly Considering Future Outside of Milwaukee The news was announced on social media with an epic hype tape.

As NBC prepares to broadcast NBA games this fall, the network is bringing out all the stops. NBC's new media deal with the NBA begins in the 2025-26 season, a return to the sport after losing NBA media rights in 2002.