Noah Eagle recently appeared on the Awful Announcing Podcast, where he discussed the buzz surrounding Michael Jordan’s anticipated role at NBC. While the specifics of Jordan’s position remain somewhat unclear, Eagle emphasized that the excitement surrounding his involvement is palpable, particularly among those in leadership at NBC. “I was told that he was legitimately excited,” Eagle stated, hinting at the enthusiasm that permeates the network.
Eagle went on to highlight the longstanding relationship between Jordan and Jon Miller, a veteran of NBC Sports. Their connection dates back to the glory days of the NBA on NBC, when Jordan was clinching championships and solidifying his legacy. Eagle noted that Miller was instrumental in bringing Jordan on board, and he confirmed that Jordan is genuinely committed to this new chapter. “I asked him, I said, ‘Is he legitimately in on this?’ And he was like, ‘Yes, he’s fully, fully in,’” Eagle recounted, suggesting that whatever Jordan’s role entails, he is ready to embrace it wholeheartedly.
The excitement surrounding Jordan’s return to NBC is further underscored by NBA Commissioner Adam Silver’s reaction when the network approached him with the idea of recruiting Jordan for an on-air role. “They told me they were going to try and I said, ‘good luck,’” Silver shared during an episode of The Dan Patrick Show. His initial skepticism stemmed from the challenges in convincing Jordan to participate in various projects over the years, notably the acclaimed documentary, “The Last Dance.” Silver admitted he was surprised when Jordan agreed to join NBC’s coverage as the network resumes its role as an NBA rights holder next season.
Reflecting on their history, Silver recalled the lengthy process it took to persuade Jordan to participate in “The Last Dance.” “It took us, as you know, decades to convince him to do the documentary,” Silver explained. “He didn’t want to do that for a long time. We had the footage. And I know there were other inquiries over the years. And I think he for whatever reason, he was ready to do it now.”
As the NBA gears up for an exciting new season, the anticipation surrounding Michael Jordan’s involvement with NBC adds an intriguing layer to the network’s coverage. Fans can look forward to seeing how this iconic figure will contribute to the sport they love, bringing his unique perspective and charisma back to the forefront of basketball broadcasting.