Tag: NBA on NBC

"This is nonsense. We paid for your product, not for people sitting on the bench."

Tapping into heritage talent in your market can make a giant difference in how your station is perceived.

"And as I was saying, back in 2002, welcome to the NBA on NBC."

"Carmelo, Vince, and Tracy are legends of the game and Maria is a true professional. It will be really fun to join them a few times this season."

"I think I’ll be a contributor. As long as I’m upright and haven’t lost my fastball completely, I’ll be a contributor as long as I have something to contribute."

"Vince and Tracy are two of the most influential players of their era, and their connection to fans has only strengthened over time."

"Was it what everyone wanted? Probably not. Was it better than not having Michael Jordan? You're damn right it was."

"From behind-the-scenes access as athletes prepare for competition to unique perspectives, Rinkside Live and Courtside Live put fans in control and take them deeper into the sports they love to celebrate, and the culture and stories that surround them."

"That, I would say, has frustrated me in the past about some coverage when it’s sort of reduced to ‘one side wanted it more’ or ‘this side played harder.’"

"Certainly it's been positive for us, and [he’s been able] to sit down with Mike Tirico and talk about various topics that interest him. It's been fantastic"