As the WNBA is getting bigger with each passing week, broadcasters like NBC are doing their best to keep up with it. The network recently made a huge announcement regarding veteran sportscaster Maria Taylor.
Taylor, who has been there at the helm for about four wonderful years, now has the chance to get along with NBA stars Carmelo Anthony and Vince Carter. Both of the men’s basketball superstars would have a female counterpart for their next big break.
Maria Taylor To Lead NBA And WNBA On NBC With NBA Superstars
According to official reports, Maria Taylor is stepping into an exciting new role as NBC Sports’ lead host for both NBA and WNBA coverage. The show will be starting with the upcoming NBA season on NBC and Peacock this October.
NBC Sports announced Maria Taylor as their lead NBA and WNBA studio host.
— Front Office Sports (@FOS) June 23, 2025
She’ll join Carmelo Anthony and Vince Carter for NBA coverage starting in 2025, plus WNBA shows in 2026. pic.twitter.com/KL66BQeTiT
She’ll host studio shows on Sunday and Tuesday nights, along with Anthony and Carter. Additionally, beginning in spring 2026, she’ll be there in select WNBA games, including the much-anticipated semifinals and finals.
It is noteworthy that Taylor brings a wealth of experience to this position. Before joining NBC, she spent seven years at ESPN, where she hosted NBA Finals coverage and was the face of NBA Countdown.
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After parting ways with ESPN in 2021, she happily joined NBC Sports. Since then, she’s taken on roles like the lead host of “Football Night in America” and even covered the recent Paris Olympics.
Maria Taylor’s New Role Comes Amid Major Broadcasting Shuffle
While Taylor will be wholeheartedly looking forward to her new role, the news comes amid a major broadcasting shuffle. Recently, NBC and Peacock have teamed up to provide some fresh and thrilling NBA coverage.
They’ve signed a major rights deal that will allow them to air regional doubleheaders on Tuesday nights starting this October. Right after Sunday Night Football wraps up, fans can look forward to Sunday Night Basketball, which will make its debut on February 1, 2026.
However, Peacock will also stream exclusive Monday night games, making it easier than ever to catch the action.