Charles Barkley Reacts To Michael Jordan’s New TV Gig At NBC And Shares Thoughts On Whether They’re Now Broadcasting ‘Rivals’

PHOENIX -- Phoenix Suns fans, unfortunately, know all too well about legendary Chicago Bulls guard Michael Jordan. Chicago downed the Suns in the 1993 NBA Finals to complete their first three-peat en route to six championship rings for Jordan - and with absolutely no surprises, the GOAT delivered some pristine trash talk one night vs. Phoenix.

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During a fun but revealing rapid-fire Q&A, Doncic methodically picked his way through a series of legendary guards, choosing Allen Iverson over names like Ray Allen, Tracy McGrady, Dwyane Wade, and even European icon Drazen Petrovic. But when it came to ...

That appears poised to change in 2026. Jordan will work for NBC as a special contributor this year, the first formal television role he has ever held. On Thursday, with the NBA regular season rapidly drawing near, Sunday Night Football color commentator Cris Collinsworth offered FanDuel's Kay Adams insight into what Jordan's role will look like.