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Michael Jordan's 23XI Racing Boasts Impressive Driver Lineup
NBA legend's NASCAR team features rising stars Bubba Wallace, Tyler Reddick, and Riley Herbst
Published on Mar. 2, 2026
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Michael Jordan, the NBA legend, has made a foray into NASCAR as the principal owner of 23XI Racing. The team boasts an impressive lineup of up-and-coming drivers, including Bubba Wallace, Tyler Reddick, and Riley Herbst, who have all shown strong performances in the early part of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season.
Why it matters
Jordan's entry into NASCAR as a team owner has generated significant interest and excitement in the sport. His involvement, combined with the talented drivers on his roster, has the potential to shake up the competitive landscape and attract new fans to the sport.
The details
23XI Racing has three full-time drivers in 2026: Bubba Wallace in the No. 23 car, Tyler Reddick in the No. 45 car, and Riley Herbst in the No. 35 car. The team also has Corey Heim, who drives the No. 67 car, on a part-time basis. Reddick has already won the first two races of the season, taking the checkered flag at the Daytona 500 and the Autotrader 400 in Atlanta. Wallace has also been running near the front in the early races, showcasing the potential of Jordan's team.
- Reddick won the Daytona 500 on February 20, 2026.
- Reddick won the Autotrader 400 in Atlanta on February 27, 2026.
The players
Michael Jordan
The NBA legend is the principal owner of 23XI Racing, his NASCAR team.
Bubba Wallace
A full-time driver for 23XI Racing, competing in the No. 23 car.
Tyler Reddick
A full-time driver for 23XI Racing, competing in the No. 45 car. He has won the first two races of the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season.
Riley Herbst
A full-time driver for 23XI Racing, competing in the No. 35 car.
Corey Heim
A part-time driver for 23XI Racing, competing in the No. 67 car.
What’s next
The 23XI Racing team will look to continue their strong start to the 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season as they compete in the upcoming races.
The takeaway
Michael Jordan's entry into NASCAR as a team owner has brought a new level of excitement and talent to the sport. The impressive driver lineup at 23XI Racing, led by the early-season success of Tyler Reddick, has the potential to shake up the competitive landscape and attract new fans to the sport.
