Roundball Rock: NBC’s Iconic Sports Anthem to Return to NBA Coverage Next Season

NBC sports fans, get excited! “Roundball Rock,” the iconic sports theme song, is making a comeback next season as part of NBC’s 11-year deal to broadcast NBA games. Written by music composer John Tesh, this beloved anthem gained popularity during NBC’s coverage of the league from 1990 to 2002. With the recent $77 billion deal involving ESPN, Amazon, and NBC, fans can look forward to hearing “Roundball Rock” across NBC and Peacock starting next season.

Back in 2002, when the NBA shifted its coverage from NBC to ESPN, “Roundball Rock” was put on hold. But now, thanks to the upcoming partnership between NBC and the league, the song is set to make a triumphant return. The announcement was made during the Kentucky Derby coverage, featuring Tesh, Luka Dončić from the Los Angeles Lakers, sports announcer Mike Tirico, and other NBC stars.

In a statement, Tesh expressed his excitement about the song’s revival, mentioning NBC Sports president Rick Cordella’s vision for bringing “Roundball Rock” back to its rightful place. The composer shared that he actually came up with the tune in the middle of the night in France and had to hum it on his answering machine in Los Angeles since he didn’t have a tape recorder with him.

Get ready to experience the magic of “Roundball Rock” once again this fall when NBC’s NBA coverage hits the screens. It’s a nostalgic moment that fans won’t want to miss!