**CONFIRMED: Former NBA Legend Michael Jordan Announces Full-Time Return in 2025 as NBA Co-Owner Following Major Ownership Deal**
In breaking news that’s sending shockwaves across the sports world, **Michael Jordan** — the six-time NBA champion and widely regarded greatest basketball player of all time — has officially announced his **full-time return to the NBA in 2025**, this time not as a player, but as a **co-owner of a new NBA franchise**.
The move comes after months of speculation surrounding Jordan’s future in basketball, following his sale of the majority stake in the Charlotte Hornets in 2023. According to multiple confirmed reports, Jordan has now **partnered with a high-profile investment group** to secure a major stake in a **new NBA expansion team** expected to be based in **Las Vegas**, with the league expected to announce formal expansion plans by the end of 2025.
In a press statement released Monday morning, Jordan said:
> *“Basketball has always been my passion. I’ve played, I’ve led, I’ve owned — but now I’m ready to build something truly historic from the ground up. This is the future, and I’m all in.”*
Jordan will reportedly serve as **Head of Basketball Operations and Minority Co-Owner**, bringing his championship pedigree, global influence, and deep understanding of the game into the franchise’s foundation.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver welcomed the move, calling it “a monumental moment for the league,” and praising Jordan’s “unmatched basketball mind and commitment to excellence.”
Fans and former players have exploded with excitement, with LeBron James, Magic Johnson, and Stephen Curry among those applauding the return.
With Las Vegas rapidly becoming a major sports hub, Jordan’s involvement is expected to boost the new franchise’s visibility, attract elite talent, and reshape the business of basketball once again.
**The GOAT is back — and this time, he’s building his legacy from the boardroom.**
