The Future of NBA Commentary: A Mixed Bag

The NBA playoffs have been exciting, but the commentary on TNT and ABC has been a bit of a letdown. Fans expect more from the color commentators, who often miss the mark. Reggie Miller is a well-known commentator, especially on talk shows like "The Dan Patrick Show. " However, his game commentary is often criticized. He talks a lot, but sometimes it feels like he doesn't have much to say. Some Celtics fans even think he's biased towards the Knicks, but that might be an overreaction. His co-commentator, Kevin Harlan, is usually spot-on, but Miller's commentary can be inconsistent. Miller's commentary can be confusing. He played against the Knicks, but sometimes he sounds like he's cheering for them. It's like he forgets that the Celtics wanted to sign him a few years back. He needs to be more selective about when he chimes in and only add value when he has something meaningful to say. On the ESPN/ABC side, things aren't much better. Doc Rivers left to coach the Bucks, and JJ Redick took his place. Redick then left to coach the Lakers, leaving ESPN in a tough spot. They had to promote Richard Jefferson, who isn't exactly a broadcasting star. It's a bit of a mess, but it's understandable given the circumstances. The NBA is about to get a new broadcast partner: Amazon. It's going to be interesting to see who they bring on board. The LeBron James Generation is starting to move into broadcasting, and it's going to be a big change. Carmelo Anthony is joining NBC, and Dwyane Wade is heading to Amazon. It's going to be an exciting time. Amazon has some big names lined up for their studio show. Dirk Nowitzki and Blake Griffin are both known for their humor, and they'll be joined by Taylor Rooks. Steve Nash and Candace Parker will also be part of the action, along with Udonis Haslem, who's known for his love of the Heat. NBC has also made some hires. Jamal Crawford and Reggie Miller will be part of the commentary team, with Mike Tirico and Noah Eagle calling the plays. Tirico showed his skills during a game with NBC Sports Boston, where Derrick White and Payton Pritchard both scored over 40 points. Fans aren't ready to say goodbye to "NBA on TNT" when the Eastern Conference finals are over. "Inside the NBA" is one of the most entertaining sports studio shows out there, and it's going to be a big change when it moves to ESPN and ABC. It's going to be a big shift, but fans are hoping that the magic of the show will stay the same. The future of NBA commentary is uncertain, but it's sure to be an interesting ride.