Veteran NBA writer Chris Mannix is joining NBC Sports’ NBA coverage as a digital insider, creating video content on breaking news topics that will be distributed across the network’s digital and social media platforms. Mannix will also make occasional appearances on NBC and Peacock studio coverage, reporting on major NBA developments. NBC Sports’ season coverage begins October 21 with a doubleheader on NBC and Peacock.
Mannix has been with Sports Illustrated since 2003, where he currently serves as a senior writer covering the NBA. He also hosts SI’s “Open Floor” NBA podcast and frequently contributes to NBC Sports Boston’s coverage of the Boston Celtics, filling roles that have ranged from game analyst and sideline reporter to pre- and post-game analyst.
“I grew up watching the NBA on NBC. It was the gold standard of basketball broadcasting,” Mannix said. “I’m thrilled to get a chance to play a part in the next iteration.”
His writing has earned multiple accolades. This includes awards from the Pro Basketball Writers Association and a nomination for National Sportswriter of the Year in 2022.
In addition to basketball, Mannix covers boxing for Sports Illustrated. He’s also worked as a ringside analyst and reporter for DAZN Boxing, showcasing a breadth of sports journalism experience.
Adam Littlefield, senior NBA studio producer at NBC Sports, described Mannix as “one of the most respected and well-connected NBA writers for two decades now and someone that audiences can trust with the league’s biggest stories and developments. His top-tier reporting and professionalism are perfect to help lead NBC Sports’ digital NBA coverage.”
Mannix’s digital video content will cover NBA news across NBCSports.com, the NBA on NBC YouTube channel, and the NBC Sports App, providing timely analysis and updates for fans. In addition to his digital presence, Mannix will serve as the NBA insider during select NBC and Peacock studio broadcasts, offering viewers context and insight into breaking news stories.
The NBA’s new 11-year, $76 billion broadcast package with ABC/ESPN, NBC/Peacock and Amazon Prime Video officially tips off this season. NBC’s re-entry marks its first NBA coverage since 2002. Bringing back a brand synonymous with the league’s growth in the 1990s.
The schedule will feature consistent national windows across multiple platforms. Mondays will belong to Peacock, Tuesdays to NBC, Wednesdays to ESPN, Thursdays and select Fridays to Prime Video. ESPN will also be continuing on Fridays as well. Saturdays will split between Prime Video in the afternoon and ABC at night. Sundays will feature afternoon games on ABC and primetime contests on NBC.
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