Hall of Famer Tracy McGrady may have announced his NBA retirement in 2013, but the former first-round pick still appears to be an excellent ball-handler — that was made clear during Tuesday’s edition of NBA Showtime.
Tracy McGrady Had 15-Year NBA Career
McGrady’s skills as one of the greatest scorers and dribblers in NBA history were on full display, and the legend’s still got it after all these years. Check out T-Mac’s handles below.
T-Mac looks so happy showing off the moves on NBA Showtime. 😅 pic.twitter.com/3SHJMUlABg
— NBA on NBC and Peacock (@NBAonNBC) December 9, 2025
McGrady, the former No. 9 overall pick of the 1997 NBA draft, ended his career as a two-time scoring champion and the 2001 Most Improved Player. He also received seven All-Star selections and had six top-10 finishes in MVP voting.
As a 6-foot-8 guard/forward, McGrady averaged 19.6 points, 5.6 rebounds, 4.4 assists, 1.2 steals, and 32.7 minutes in 938 games (703 starts) across his 15-year playing career.
McGrady was one of the toughest covers in league history.
His other NBA accomplishments include scoring an Orlando Magic franchise record 62 points in a win over the Washington Wizards on March 10, 2004, and putting up 13 points in the final 35 seconds in a comeback victory with the Houston Rockets against the San Antonio Spurs that same year on Dec. 9.
McGrady Works As An NBA Studio Analyst
In July 2024, the NBA signed an 11-year media rights deal with NBC/Peacock, ABC/ESPN, and Amazon Prime Video beginning this 2025-26 season.
NBC Sports announced over the summer that it hired McGrady as an NBA studio analyst for both NBC and Peacock.
“Tracy has performed at the highest level both on and off the court and has already demonstrated his ability to deliver his unique perspective on air,” said Sam Flood, Executive Producer, NBC Sports.
“Whether paired with Carmelo, Vince, or both, we’re excited to see how this team of Hall of Famers comes together and breaks down the game.”
McGrady, 46, has also worked in broadcasting for ESPN’s The Jump and TNT Sports, where he occasionally appeared on Inside the NBA.
“Basketball has given me everything, and I’ve always just tried to give that same energy back,” McGrady said in a statement. “I hope I can bring the same passion, insight and love for the game that’s driven me since I was a kid, to all who tune in to watch on NBC and Peacock. I couldn’t be more excited to join this team alongside so many others I admire.”
NBC Sports is scheduled to air up to 100 regular-season NBA games, including four games per week throughout parts of this season.
