Tirico Defends NBC’s Michael Jordan Interview: ‘Completely Worth It’

Speaking at Front Office Sports ’s Tuned In summit, Tirico defended his polarizing interview with Jordan, which was spliced into multiple segments that aired throughout the season. It’s been nearly one year since NBC Sports first aired Mike Tirico’s interview with Michael Jordan. Yet despite the conversation having faced criticism from some viewers who believed NBC Sports had oversold Jordan’s role as a “special contributor” in the network’s return as an NBA rights holder, Tirico is quick to point out that it remains relevant today.