NBC is still assembling a great on-air crew as it prepares to return to NBA broadcasting, and their moves so far have astounded the media industry, from announcing the arrival of a ‘special contributor,’ Michael Jordan, to now something more to strengthen its roster.
NBA Hall of Famer Vince Carter will join NBC’s studio crew when the network starts showing league games again next season, the network announced on Tuesday. One of the most exciting players of his time, Carter will meet fans from behind the desk rather than above the rim this time; he will intend to contribute to his new designation as the ‘Studio Analyst’.
“I could not be more excited and appreciative to have the opportunity to be a part of the historic return of the NBA to NBC and now Peacock,” Carter said in a network release. “I am truly looking forward to joining (guard Carmelo Anthony) in the studio and the rest of the broadcast team overall, as we embark on bringing NBA fans best-in-class coverage of the league they love.”
Though he is most known for his legendary years with the Toronto Raptors, 48-year-old Carter represented eight different teams over an amazing 22 seasons in the NBA. His departure from the Raptors squad in 2005 signaled a significant turning point in his distinguished sports career.
Interestingly, NBC had owned NBA rights to Carter’s early career and played one of his most iconic moments, his amazing dunk over France’s Frederic Weis at the 2000 Olympics in Sydney.
This comes after NBC disclosed that fellow Hall of Famer and arguably the greatest of all time, Michael Jordan who was going to appear as special guest analyst for the 2026 NBA season.
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