Michael Jordan’s thinking behind confusing NBC job — that ended after one season

Mike Tirico explains why Michael Jordan isn't back for another season of NBC Sports' NBA coverage.Many were curious of Michael Jordan’s broadcast future after his short stint as a “special on-air contributor” for NBC Sports’ NBA coverage in the 2025–26 season.The network aired one sit-down interview with NBC Sports’ play-by-play voice Mike Tirico and Jordan, entitled “MJ: Insights To Excellence,” that was spliced into five segments, lasting about t