NBA fans are speculating that Michael Jordan might have scammed NBC, as reports surfaced about his surprisingly limited participation.

Appearing on the SI Media with Jimmy Traina podcast (h/t Brandon Contes of Awful Announcing), NBC's lead play-by-play announcer Mike Tirico said there is "nothing scheduled as of now" with Jordan beyond the one long-form interview that has been sprinkled into the network's coverage throughout the season.

Since the 2026 NBA All-Star season is coming up, Michael Jordan's All-Star cards are collector's items. They showcase his journey from rising star to legend. The 1989 Hoops card features him in an Eastern Conference jersey.

Chicago Bulls Michael Jordan legend made a shocking decision involving a former No. 1 overall pick. MJ ended their partnership.

Michael Jordan’s contributions to the NBA coverage on NBC have been lacking. The GOAT’s addition to the lineup for his “MJ: Insights to Excellence” segment has been one single long-form interview with Mike Tirico,

NBA legend Michael Jordan, 62, and his wife Yvette Prieto, 47, continue to capture attention due to their 16-year age difference. Married in 2013, the couple, parents to twin daughters, have built a strong bond founded on shared values and mutual respect,

Boston Celtics forward Jayson Tatum is firmly in favor of Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James being part of the NBA All-Star Game even though James wasn't named an All-Star starter for the first time since 2006.

Even though Michael B, who shared the same name as Air Jordan, was an isolated case, the truth is that the six-time NBA champion really influenced people from all walks of life. According to longtime Bulls reporter and chronicler Sam Smith, he witnessed how Mike transcended sports and morphed into a cultural icon.