Everything we know so far about Michael Jordan's new deal with NBC Sports

In case you didn't already hear the news, Michael Jordan is coming back to NBC Sports.

We all know 1990s NBA on NBC wasn't complete without Jordan and the Chicago Bulls, which makes this announcement a full circle moment. Confirmed earlier this week by both NBC and Jordan, the legendary Hall of Famer is set to become a special contributor to NBC's NBA coverage, which makes its comeback this fall. The official X account for NBA on NBC and Peacock took to X to announce the exciting news, which also included a montage of highlights from Jordan's career.

The announcement came with the message, "A legendary addition to our team! We’re thrilled to welcome Michael Jordan as a special contributor to the NBA on NBC and Peacock," and will be the first time Jordan has ever had television role covering the NBA in any capacity. 

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Here's what else we know:

• The NBA on NBC will be returning to broadcast games this fall. The network's last season covering the league was 2002.
• According to CNBC, Jordan will initially provide analysis in taped segments that will air during pregame and halftime shows.
• The door for the role to evolve in the future is open

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