{
  "id": 3541820,
  "title": "Michael Jordan Not Expected to Return to NBC’s NBA Coverage",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/michael-jordan-not-expected-to-return-to-nbcs-nba-coverage",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-26T16:23:34.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Front Office Sports",
    "slug": "front-office-sports",
    "url": "https://frontofficesports.com/michael-jordan-not-expected-return-nba-nbc-coverage/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Michael Jordan, who had returned as a \"special on-air contributor\" for NBC Sports' NBA coverage prior to the 2025-26 season, is not anticipated to rejoin the network for the upcoming campaign, according to Front Office Sports. This news comes as a surprise, as Jordan's presence was a significant draw when he initially joined the network. His contribution during the 2024-25 season was minimal, consisting of a single interview with ESPN's Mike Tirico, which was interspersed throughout the season's broadcasts. Jordan's appearances were limited and did not focus on current NBA events, which may have contributed to his limited return. While Jordan has the ability to change his mind, current indications suggest that he will not be back for the next NBA season. NBC was unresponsive to requests for comment on the matter.",
  "summary": "Jordan served as a special contributor for the network last season.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
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      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "Michael Jordan Not Expected to Return to NBC’s NBA Coverage",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/26/michael-jordan-not-expected-to-return-to-nbcs-nba-coverage-3541946",
        "published": "2026-08-26T16:23:34.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}