Mike Tirico to lead NBC's NBA coverage starting fall 2025
variety.com — January 22, 2025, 05:01 PM UTC
Mike Tirico will lead NBC's new NBA coverage starting in fall 2025. He will call select games, including the season opener in October 2025, after NBC's NFL and Olympic commitments end in February 2026. NBC has secured an 11-year deal worth approximately $2.4 billion to $2.5 billion annually. This agreement includes airing 100 regular-season games, the NBA All-Star Game, and exclusive playoff games, along with WNBA games. NBC has begun assembling its NBA team, hiring Jamal Crawford as a game analyst and Frank DiGraci as coordinating producer. Tirico expressed excitement about returning to NBA coverage, recalling his past experiences with the league.