"A deep dive into the brain of Michael Jordan" - Cris Collinsworth teases surprising details about NBA legend's role on NBC broadcast

Chicago Bulls legend Michael Jordan is set to take on a new role with NBC this season, as the NBA broadcast returns to the network after a two-decade hiatus. Sportscaster Cris Collinsworth offered an insight into Jordan's new role on Thursday, teasing surprising details.

During an appearance on the "Up and Adams" show, Collinsworth offered a sneak peek at MJ's new role on the NBC broadcast.

"I’m gonna get shot for some of this,” Collinsworth remarked. “I’m sure it’s all a big surprise, but it will be a deep dive into the brain of Michael Jordan. Is that enough of a tease without giving away anything?"

Continuing to offer his views, Collinsworth revealed that fans would get the "Michael experience" during his appearance on the network.

"It’s like details way inside the brain of the greatest basketball player that ever lived, I think you’ll get very much the Michael experience," he continued.

Michael Jordan is set to join NBC’s broadcast team as a “Special Contributor.” While the company has kept quiet about the specifics of his role, Cris Collinsworth’s remarks suggest it’ll be more than just a ceremonial appearance.

The move also carries a sense of history as NBC was the stage for many of Jordan’s most unforgettable moments during their run broadcasting the NBA between 1990 to 2002. NBC will begin its coverage of NBA games alongside Amazon Prime Video and ESPN after the league signed an 11-year, $76 billion media rights deal in 2024.

According to their agreement, NBC and its sister company Peacock will stream NBA games. Peacock will reportedly broadcast Monday night games, while NBC will cover regional Tuesday night doubleheaders.

Michael Jordan shares his excitement about his new role with NBC: "I’m excited about being a special contributor."

Michael Jordan is set to make his broadcasting debut in the upcoming NBA season as the legend joins a network for the first time. The six-time NBA champion is joining NBC Sports as a special contributor and expressed his excitement about joining the network in a video message.

"I am so excited to see the NBA back on NBC,” Jordan said. “The NBA on NBC was a meaningful part of my career, and I’m excited about being a special contributor to the project. I’m looking forward to seeing you all when the NBA on NBC launches this October.”

While NBC has not yet announced the exact date of Jordan's debut, it is reasonable to assume that the legend will participate in the broadcast when the season begins on October 21.