After weeks of rumors, NBC finally revealed its full roster for the return of NBA on NBC, and the list is electric. From Michael Jordan to Reggie Miller, this has already created a buzz, but the moment that turned heads came when some fresh names were added to the mix. In the announcement, NBC revealed that six additional names had been added to its growing broadcast team for the 2025–26 NBA season. The post listed Austin Rivers, Derek Fisher, Brian Scalabrine, Robbie Hummel, and Brad Daugherty as the newest additions to NBC’s team of game analysts, and before anyone could react, Austin Rivers stole the limelight with a kind acknowledgment.

Safe to say the NBA broadcast scene just got its own version of free agency madness. And it’s not players switching teams, it’s former players turning into star analysts and shifting the media power balance. NBC and Peacock just pulled off a blockbuster move as they will be joining the previously announced lineup that included former NBA stars Jamal Crawford, Reggie Miller, and Grant Hill. These additions brought even more depth and on-court experience to an already impressive roster of basketball minds.

Alongside these names, NBC also confirmed the hiring of Michael Grady, the current voice of the Minnesota Timberwolves, who was one of the lead play-by-play announcers there. He will join an established group that includes Mike Tirico, Noah Eagle, and Terry Gannon. This announcement completed NBC’s all-star team of voices and analysts, setting the stage for a major media reboot of NBA coverage beginning in October. To this, Austin Rivers responded on X with a short but powerful statement, “Thankful 🙏”

That word hits differently when you realize what it means in this moment. Just two years out of the league, Rivers has gone from locker rooms to podcasts to ESPN panels. And now, to the national stage on NBC’s biggest basketball platform. This isn’t just a new job. It’s a career-altering moment. A seat at the table with legends, a front-row role in the NBA’s return to NBC after more than two decades.

This is more than nostalgia. Peacock’s decision to go all-in on talent speaks volumes. With Amazon grabbing stars like Dirk Nowitzki and Dwyane Wade, NBC responded by building a broadcast roster that blends championship pedigrees, modern voices, and smart basketball minds. Rivers isn’t a filler hire; he’s part of NBC’s plan to connect with today’s players and fans.

Peacock’s Power Play Changes Everything

Austin Rivers isn’t a token pick or to fill a seat. He’s there to connect. A recent player with deep league ties, he brings a raw, real energy to the booth. He’s unfiltered, sharp, and speaks the language of the locker room. He’s already proven himself on ESPN and Off Guard With Austin Reaves, and now he’s stepping onto the wider stage. His addition signals something much bigger: NBC’s mission is to modernize how fans consume basketball. Not just with legendary names, but with analysts who can dissect the game like a player and deliver it like a broadcaster.

NBC’s full lineup reflects that mission. Reggie Miller, Grant Hill, Jamal Crawford, Brian Scalabrine, Brad Daugherty, and Derek Fisher all bring championship DNA. Michael Grady, Noah Eagle, and Terry Gannon are ready to bring the action to life. Then there’s Maria Taylor holding down the studio, and Michael Jordan, offering contributions that promise to shake up the broadcast space. Peacock is going all-in on basketball IQ, personality, and connection.

While NBC stacks legends like they’re building a 2K MyTeam roster, Amazon’s playing chess. Their latest signing, Dell Curry. And while that name alone might not turn heads like Jordan or Melo, the long-term implications are real. Curry is respected, insightful, and deeply connected to one of the league’s biggest stars, his son, Stephen Curry. The Golden State legend hasn’t shown clear interest in post-playing broadcast work yet, but with Dell joining Amazon’s team, it’s not a stretch to imagine that door opening.

Add that to Amazon’s current roster: Dirk Nowitzki, Dwyane Wade, Steve Nash, Blake Griffin, Candace Parker, and Stan Van Gundy. And you’ve got a network quietly stockpiling smart, modern talent. They’re not rushing to win today’s headlines. They’re setting the board for tomorrow’s takeover. NBC is the big, loud splash. Peacock has the legacy, the names, and now the modern voices like Rivers to match. Amazon is lurking with precision moves that could pay off big in a few years. Either way, it’s a win for fans who want more than just highlights. They want insight, emotion, storytelling, and now they’re getting it.