NBC back in Basketball -“MJ: Insights to Excellence” | The Locker Room – S6 EP16

The Black in Sports Podcast is back in The Locker Room for one of the most talked-about moments in sports media — Michael Jordan’s return to NBC. Yes, you read that right. The GOAT himself is teaming up once again with the network that once turned his prime-time performances into cultural events. But this time, it’s not about fadeaways or Finals MVPs — it’s about perspective, legacy, and paying it forward.

In this episode, EJ & MH dive into “MJ: Insights to Excellence,” NBC’s highly anticipated special that marks both MJ’s return to the spotlight and NBC’s renewed push back into NBA coverage. While some fans expected an on air personality maybe highlights and hardwood moments, what we got instead was a rare, raw, and segmented interview offering a masterclass in mindset.

From his obsession with greatness to his quiet transition from legend to leader, Jordan reminds us that excellence doesn’t retire — it evolves. Even if he hasn’t touched a basketball in years, if you believe that, his impact on the game and culture still echoes louder than any buzzer-beater.

🔥 Topics we break down:
🏀NBC’s strategy in bringing MJ back during their NBA relaunch
🏀Why fans were surprised & captivated by the “interview-only” format
🏀How Jordan’s words still inspire the next generation of athletes
🏀What “paying it forward” means to the GOAT himself

Tap in, because when MJ speaks — the game listens. 

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