Caitlin Clark Joins NBC Sports As 'Basketball Night In America' Contributor

The Indiana Fever point guard will contribute to the Sunday Night Basketball pre-show ahead of the season premiere.

Jan. 27, 2026 at 9:39pm

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Caitlin Clark, a two-time WNBA All-Star and 2024 Rookie of the Year, is joining the NBC Sports team as a special contributor for the premiere of Basketball Night in America. Clark will join the studio team, which includes Maria Taylor, Carmelo Anthony, Vince Carter, and Tracy McGrady, for the Sunday Night Basketball pre-show on February 1 at Madison Square Garden in New York City.

Why it matters

Caitlin Clark is one of the most exciting young players in the WNBA, known for her dynamic scoring and playmaking abilities. Her addition to the Basketball Night in America crew will bring a fresh perspective and help attract new viewers to the Sunday Night Basketball broadcasts.

The details

Clark will make her debut on the Basketball Night in America pre-show on February 1, ahead of the season premiere featuring the Los Angeles Lakers visiting the New York Knicks. She will return on March 29 when the Oklahoma City Thunder host the Knicks.

  • The Sunday Night Basketball pre-show is set for February 1 at 6 p.m. ET.
  • Clark will return to the pre-show on March 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET.

The players

Caitlin Clark

A two-time WNBA All-Star, 2024 All-WNBA First Team selection, 2024 WNBA Rookie of the Year, 2024 WNBA Assists Leader, and the 2024 No. 1 WNBA Draft Pick who currently plays for the Indiana Fever.

Maria Taylor

A member of the Basketball Night in America studio team.

Carmelo Anthony

A member of the Basketball Night in America studio team and Hall of Fame NBA player.

Vince Carter

A member of the Basketball Night in America studio team and Hall of Fame NBA player.

Tracy McGrady

A member of the Basketball Night in America studio team and Hall of Fame NBA player.

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What they’re saying

“I'm really excited to be part of the Basketball Night in America crew this season. Carmelo, Vince, and Tracy are legends of the game, and Maria is a true professional. It will be really fun to join them a few times this season.”

— Caitlin Clark

“Caitlin is one of the most captivating players and dynamic scorers in basketball. We're excited to have Caitlin join Hall of Famers Melo, Vince, Tracy, and Reggie in New York for the launch of Sunday Night Basketball.”

— Sam Flood, NBC Sports producer

What’s next

Clark will return to the Basketball Night in America pre-show on March 29 at 7:30 p.m. ET when the Oklahoma City Thunder host the New York Knicks.

The takeaway

Caitlin Clark's addition to the Basketball Night in America crew will bring a fresh perspective and help attract new viewers to the Sunday Night Basketball broadcasts, showcasing one of the WNBA's most exciting young stars.