Richard Jefferson reportedly re-ups with ESPN, will continue calling top games, NBA Finals….Read more ⬇️⬇️

Richard Jefferson reportedly re-ups with ESPN, will continue calling top games, NBA Finals….Read more ⬇️⬇️

Richard Jefferson is officially back with ESPN/ABC, extending his run as a top‑tier NBA game analyst alongside play‑by‑play veteran Mike Breen—meaning he’ll once again be in the booth for future NBA Finals broadcasts .

Despite his current contract not yet signed, multiple outlets (SportsBusiness Journal, The Athletic, Sports Media Watch) confirm an “agreement in place” that keeps him firmly on ESPN’s lead NBA team . The Athletic notes he was targeted by Amazon Prime Video, but ultimately stayed put .

Jefferson’s return provides continuity for ESPN’s flagship Finals coverage. He stepped in mid‑2024 after JJ Redick left to coach the Lakers, pairing with Mike Breen and Doris Burke during the 2024–25 season . Although Burke’s position remains under review—ESPN is reportedly considering mixing up the booth lineup—Jefferson is confirmed to remain in place .

When the 2025–26 season tips off, look for the Breen–Jefferson duo (plus Burke, depending on final decisions) anchoring ESPN/ABC’s premier NBA coverage, including the Finals series. This move signals ESPN’s commitment to stability in a post‑Van Gundy/Jackson era.