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CNBC Sport
CNBC Sport brings you the convergence of sports, business, and investing. Each week, we sit down with the biggest names in sports - from league commissioners and top athletes to team owners and influential executives - uncovering the strategies, deals, and inside stories shaping the industry's future.
Episodes
CNBC SportDraftKings CEO Jason Robins and Kirk Goldsberry on the NFL Season, Prediction Markets and UT’s New AI Sports Lab 10/29/26
DraftKings CEO Jason Robins and sports analytics expert Kirk Goldsberry join CNBC's Contessa Brewer and Alex Sherman to explore how artificial intelligence is…
CNBC SportBucks president Josh Glessing on NBA expansion, team valuations, and life after Giannis 10/22/26
Milwaukee Bucks President Josh Glessing joins CNBC Sport's Michael Ozanian to explore soaring NBA franchise valuations, the growing influence of private…
CNBC SportDraymond Green on NBA Salary Rules, Warriors Future and Mental Health, 10/22/26
Four-time NBA champion Draymond Green joins CNBC's Alex Sherman to discuss the Golden State Warriors' future, LeBron James' move to Philadelphia, and why he…
CNBC SportPhoenix Suns Owner Mat Ishbia on Durant, All-Star Weekend and the NBA Season; Collectibles Expert Michael Osacky on the Memorabilia Boom 10/15/26
Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury owner Mat Ishbia joins CNBC’s Alex Sherman to discuss rising NBA franchise valuations, concerns surrounding United Wholesale…
CNBC SportLas Vegas Sands CEO Patrick Dumont on NBA Expansion, Macao and the Mavericks 10/9/26
Las Vegas Sands CEO and Dallas Mavericks governor Patrick Dumont joins CNBC's Contessa Brewer in Macao to discuss the NBA China Games, potential NBA expansion…
CNBC SportJessica Pegula on U.S. Open Scheduling, WTA Reform and Life Beyond Tennis 10/1/26
World No. 3 Jessica Pegula joins Alex Sherman to discuss her rise to the top of women’s tennis, the demands of the WTA schedule, late-night U.S. Open matches…
CNBC SportStephen Curry on Retirement, Warriors’ Future, Curry Brand and Underrated Golf 9/24/26
Episode Summary Stephen Curry discusses the Golden State Warriors’ championship ambitions, his approach to retirement, the future of Curry Brand, and his…
CNBC SportNetflix Live Events and NFL Growth with Bela Bajaria & Shad Khan 9/17/26
Netflix Chief Content Officer Bela Bajaria explains how live sports, global events and local programming fit into Netflix’s evolving content strategy, while…
CNBC SportRoger Goodell on the NFL’s Global Growth From Melbourne, Australia 9/11/26
NFL Commissioner Roger Goodell joins Alex Sherman to discuss the league’s international expansion strategy, the possibility of a future overseas franchise…
CNBC SportJosh Harris on LeBron James, Team Valuations and Stadiums; WTA Chair Valerie Camillo on Growth of Women’s Tennis 9/3/26
Josh Harris explains how the Philadelphia 76ers landed LeBron James and why superstar athletes, live sports and new stadium developments are reshaping the…
CNBC SportGeno Auriemma on UConn, Women’s Basketball, NIL and the Price of Winning 8/20/26
UConn women’s basketball coach Geno Auriemma joins Alex Sherman to discuss the state of the WNBA, his demanding coaching philosophy, the UConn dynasty, NIL and…
CNBC SportThe Business of Padel: CEO Michael Dorfman on franchise values, media deals and explosive growth 8/13/26
Pro Padel League CEO Michael Dorfman explains why padel is rapidly gaining traction in the U.S. and how the league is turning the fast-growing racket sport…
CNBC SportShaq’s Dunkman League and Larry Berg’s Vision for MLS 3.0 8/6/2026
This episode explores two ambitious plans to reshape professional sports. First, Shaquille O’Neal joins CNBC’s Alex Sherman to discuss Dunkman, a competitive…
CNBC SportLegendary broadcaster Andrés Cantor on the 2026 World Cup’s Impact on American Soccer 7/30/26
Legendary broadcaster Andrés Cantor joins Alex Sherman to assess the legacy of the 2026 FIFA World Cup and its potential to accelerate soccer’s growth in the…
CNBC SportJimmy Pitaro’s Game Plan for ESPN’s next era, 7/23/26
ESPN Chairman Jimmy Pitaro explains how the network plans to grow amid cord-cutting, rising sports-rights costs and the shift to direct-to-consumer streaming…
CNBC SportBill Foley’s Pitch to Own Las Vegas’ Next NBA Franchise 7/16/26
Bill Foley joins Alex Sherman to explain why his ownership group is positioned to bring an NBA expansion team to Las Vegas, followed by an interview with Rick…
CNBC SportJosh Allen on Bills Super Bowl Pressure, Sleep, New Balance, and Fatherhood 7/9/26
Buffalo Bills quarterback Josh Allen joins Alex Sherman to discuss Super Bowl expectations, fatherhood, sleep, brand partnerships, New Balance, investing, and…
CNBC SportPaul Rabil on PLL Funding, Olympic Lacrosse, AI and the Future of Emerging Sports, 7/2/26
PLL co-founder and President Paul Rabil joins Alex Sherman to discuss the Premier Lacrosse League’s $100 million funding round, its path toward team ownership…
CNBC SportRafael Nadal on Retirement, Rivalries and the Future of Tennis 6/25/26
Rafael Nadal reflects on his Netflix documentary, early training in Mallorca, rivalry with Roger Federer, retirement, injuries and what comes next after one of…
CNBC SportNBA Expansion, Media Rights and the Future of Basketball with Mark Tatum 6/18/26
Episode Summary NBA Deputy Commissioner Mark Tatum joins Alex Sherman to discuss the league’s surging ratings, new media partnerships, international expansion…
CNBC SportDon Garber on MLS 3.0, Apple TV strategy, and World Cup 2026 rocket fuel 6/11/26
MLS commissioner Don Garber breaks down why the 2026 World Cup is “rocket fuel” for Major League Soccer—and what metrics (attendance, media coverage, social…
CNBC SportEli Manning on youth sports, Jaxson Dart’s future and the Knicks’ playoff run 6/4/2026
RCX Sports has been building a youth sports platform around pro-league partnerships—now it’s scaling with new investment. In this conversation, host Alex…
CNBC SportFrench Open Economics: Brad Gilbert on player protests, unions and TV changes 5/28/26
Broadcasting from Paris during the French Open, Brad Gilbert joins Alex Sherman to unpack the business of tennis through three lenses: playing, coaching, and…
CNBC SportUtah sports owner Ryan Smith on the Jazz reset, tanking debate and Jazz-Mammoth synergies 5/21/26
What you’ll hear in this episode Why the Jazz chose an organizational reset—and how owners weigh “push forward” vs. “scale back” when assets, caps, and…
CNBC SportRonda Rousey Talks Fighter Pay, Streaming Wars, and Her Return Fight With Gina Carano 5/14/26
Ronda Rousey joins Alex Sherman to unpack the economics of MMA, why UFC fighter pay remains a structural issue, and how the streaming era could reshape the…
CNBC SportHall of Fame MLB pitchers Mariano Rivera and CC Sabathia 5/7/26
Recorded live at Latinos in Sports in Miami, CNBC’s Alex Sherman sits down with New York Yankees icon Mariano Rivera for a wide-ranging conversation on the…
CNBC SportF1 Academy’s Mission: Susie Wolff on Building a Pathway for Women in F1 4/30/26
Susie Wolff (Managing Director, F1 Academy) sits down with Alex Sherman for a candid conversation about what F1 Academy is building—and why its mission goes…
CNBC SportHeisman Winner Fernando Mendoza on the NFL Draft 4/23/26
Fernando Mendoza joins Alex Sherman to discuss an unconventional draft run-up, the mindset needed to lead at the next level, and how he’s approaching…
CNBC SportCharlotte Hornets' Shelly Cayette-Weston on how the NBA franchise is rebuilding growth, revenue, and the fan experience 4/16/26
CNBC's Lillian Rizzo joins Alex Sherman on what may really be behind the Justice Department's antitrust investigation into the NFL. Then, Alex speaks with…
CNBC SportLindsey Vonn on Recovery, Comebacks, and the Business of Ski Racing 4/9/26
Dom Chu joins Alex Sherman to break down the latest storylines heading into the Masters. Then, Lindsey Vonn joins Alex to share how she’s recovering physically…
CNBC SportSports Professor Rick Horrow and Soccer Legend Landon Donovan 3/26/26
Landon Donovan sits down with Alex Sherman for a wide-ranging conversation on the 2026 World Cup, the business and visibility challenges facing Major League…
CNBC SportCBS Sports’ Tracy Wolfson and Hall of Fame Coach Jim Boeheim 3/19/26
Legendary Syracuse head coach Jim Boeheim sits down with Alex Sherman a few days before March Madness to break down the realities of NIL, the transfer portal…
CNBC SportTyler Reddick on 3 Straight NASCAR Wins, Michael Jordan, 23XI, and AI 3/12/26
Tyler Reddick joins Alex Sherman to unpack a red-hot start to the NASCAR season—three straight wins—and what’s actually behind the momentum. Reddick explains…
CNBC SportInter Miami's Jorge Mas and his Nu Stadium 3/5/26
CNBC’s Contessa Brewer speaks with Inter Miami CF Managing Owner Jorge Mas and Nu CEO Cristina Junqueira about their new stadium naming rights deal. They also…
CNBC SportESPN's Chris Berman 2/26/26
CNBC’s Alex Sherman talks with sports business professor Rick Horrow about the stadium building boom and what’s fueling it. Then, longtime ESPN host Chris…
CNBC SportYouTube Sports Creator Jesser 2/19/26
CNBC's Alex Sherman sits down with YouTube creator Jesse Riedel, known to millions as "Jesser." They discuss how Riedel scaled from virtually zero audience to…
CNBC SportFootball writer Ken Belson and NFL legend Joe Montana 2/12/26
CNBC’s Alex Sherman sits down with longtime NFL writer Ken Belson to discuss his new book “Every Day is Sunday,” the evolution of the league, and the business…
CNBC SportNFL's Hans Schroeder on renegotiating TV rights and why Disney isn't 'legacy media' 2/6/26
CNBC's Alex Sherman talks to Hans Schroeder, the NFL's executive vice president of media distribution. They discuss whether the league will trigger its opt-out…
CNBC SportNFL exec Jeff Miller says the league is comfortable sitting out the prediction market blitz 2/6/26
CNBC's Contessa Brewer talks with NFL EVP Jeff Miller about the rise of prediction markets and how the NFL is navigating it. Miller says the league is playing…
CNBC SportKirk Cousins on an 18th NFL game: 'Everybody has a price' 2/6/26
CNBC's Alex Sherman speaks with quarterback Kirk Cousins about his free-agency strategy, an 18-game season and his Zebra Technologies partnership on player…
CNBC SportTop football prospect Jeremiyah Love talks Notre Dame, NIL and preparing for the NFL draft 2/5/26
Notre Dame star Jeremiyah Love reacts to the Irish missing the College Football Playoff, explains why NIL wasn’t a priority early in his college career, and…
CNBC SportAmazon TNF's Ryan Fitzpatrick on why an 18-game season is likely a "non-starter" 2/5/26
CNBC's Alex Sherman talks to former NFL quarterback Ryan Fitzpatrick, who played 17 seasons for nine different teams before becoming an analyst for Amazon's…
CNBC SportJerry Rice calls retiring from the NFL his 'most difficult decision' 2/5/26
Hall of Famer Jerry Rice talks Super Bowl memories, modern NFL technology and why accountability and hard work was the key to his success on and off the field…
CNBC SportAtlanta Falcons president Matt Ryan on his new role and picking a starting QB 2/5/26
CNBC's Alex Sherman talks to former NFL star quarterback and 2016 MVP Matt Ryan. They discuss Ryan's return to the Atlanta Falcons as the team's president of…
CNBC Sport49ers owner Jed York outlines his biggest wins and lessons learned 2/5/26
From Levi's Stadium to leadership strategy, 49ers' principal owner Jed York discusses the pressures of ownership, long-term decision-making, and what's ahead…
CNBC SportDamar Hamlin on the Moment That Changed Everything 2/5/26
Damar Hamlin and Tedy Bruschi reflect on the January 2 cardiac emergency and how they’re now working to raise awareness around heart health. Hosted by…
CNBC SportCooper DeJean on Investing in Farmland and the 18-Game Debate 2/5/26
The Philadelphia Eagles star shares why farmland is part of his investment strategy and explains his concerns about an 18-game NFL season. Hosted by…
CNBC SportTerrell Owens on hall of fame snub and biggest financial mistakes 2/4/26
The NFL legend is critical about the pro football hall of fame induction process and he sheds light on his biggest financial mistakes Hosted by Simplecast, an…
CNBC SportNBC Sports’ Rick Cordella & Snowboarder Scotty James 1/29/26
CNBC’s Alex Sherman sits down with NBC Sports President Rick Cordella to break down the company’s “legendary February,” as NBC holds the rights to three major…
CNBC SportGiants Legend Eli Manning 1/22/26
CNBC's Alex Sherman sits down with 2x Super Bowl winning MVP Eli Manning. Manning breaks down why Harbaugh is the right hire for the Giants, his relationship…
CNBC SportESPN’s Patrick McEnroe 1/15/26
CNBC’s Alex Sherman sits down with sports business professor Rick Horrow to break down the biggest storylines in sports—from college football and the NFL…
CNBC SportNBC’s Mike Tirico & Cris Collinsworth 1/9/26
CNBC's Alex Sherman sits down with Mike Tirico, host and play-by-play voice for NBC Sports, and Cris Collinsworth, analyst for NBC's Sunday Night Football…
CNBC SportFormer NJ Governor Chris Christie 1/1/26
CNBC’s Contessa Brewer speaks with former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, a central figure in the fight to legalize sports betting, about why he’s drawing…
CNBC SportSports Agent Leigh Steinberg | 12/19/25
CNBC’s Alex Sherman and Michael Ozanian break down CNBC’s Official College Sports Valuations, examining what’s driving growth across the business of college…
CNBC SportFormer NFL star quarterback Robert Griffin III 12/11/25
CNBC's Alex Sherman talks with Robert Griffin III--former star NFL quarterback, Heisman Trophy winner, and current Fox Sports analyst--about his "RGIII" origin…
CNBC SportSoccer powerhouses Michele Kang and Cindy Parlow Cone 12/4/25
CNBC's Alex Sherman talks with Michele Kang, businesswoman and owner of the NWSL's Washington Spirit, and Cindy Parlow Cone, president of the U.S .Soccer…
CNBC SportGolf star Rory McIlroy 11/27/25
CNBC’s Alex Sherman talks with valuations guru Michael Ozanian about soaring NHL valuations. Then, Scott Wapner sits down with pro golfer Rory McIlroy and TPG…
CNBC SportPWHL’s Amy Scheer 11/20/25
CNBC’s Alex Sherman and Lillian Rizzo discuss who won the ESPN-YouTube carriage dispute. Then, Contessa Brewer talks with PWHL’s Amy Scheer about the rapid…
CNBC SportLas Vegas Aces Head Coach Becky Hammon 11/13/25
CNBC’s Alex Sherman discusses the latest gambling scandal with CNBC gambling correspondent Contessa Brewer. He also sits down with Las Vegas Aces head coach…
CNBC SportWTA CEO Portia Archer 11/6/25
CNBC's Alex Sherman spoke with WTA CEO Portia Archer about the state women's tennis, her desire to unite men's and women's pro leagues, and the organization's…