The Best NBA Voice Over Moments

A compilation of the best NBA voice over moments from the 2017-2018 season

Michael Jordan’s voice-over in Nike’s “Frozen Moment” ad

Michael Jordan’s voice-over in Nike’s “Frozen Moment” ad is one of the best NBA voice over moments. The ad features Jordan and other Nike athletes in a game of H-O-R-S-E. The ad was released in 1997 and is still considered one of the best basketball commercials ever made.

Kobe Bryant’s voice-over in Nike’s “Rise” ad

Bryant’s voice-over in Nike’s “Rise” ad is one of the most iconic NBA voice-over moments. The ad, which debuted in 2003, features Bryant talking about his love for the game of basketball and how he plans to “rise” to the top. The ad is widely considered to be one of the best basketball commercials ever made.

Kevin Durant’s voice-over in Nike’s “Battle Cry” ad

“Battle Cry” is a commercial that Nike released during the 2016 NBA Finals The commercial features Kevin Durant along with a number of other Nike-sponsored NBA players narrating in voice-over as they prepare for and play in the Finals.

The commercial was widely praised for its use of Durant’s voice, which was both powerful and emotive. In particular, Durant’s delivery of the line “I’m not here to talk trash, I’m here to back it up” was singled out as being particularly effective.

LeBron James’ voice-over in Nike’s “Witness” ad

Nike released a commercial during the 2016 NBA Finals called “Witness” which starred Lebron James The ad included a voice-over by LeBron, which quickly became one of the most iconic voice-over moments in sports history.

Dwyane Wade’s voice-over in Nike’s “The Moment” ad

In 2012, Nike released an ad called “The Moment” as part of its “Handle This” campaign. The ad featured Dwyane Wade’s voice-over narrating a story about how he became one of the best basketball players in the world. The voice-over was powerful and inspirational, and it helped make the ad one of the most memorable Nike commercials of all time.

Carmelo Anthony’s voice-over in Nike’s “My Game” ad

Watching Carmelo Anthony in Nike’s “My Game” ad is like listening to a symphony – every note is perfect.His voice-over is deep, yet gentle and measured. His enunciation is flawless and his diction is clear. Carmelo knows how to deliver a line with feeling, without overselling it.

Chris Paul’s voice-over in Nike’s “Start Something” ad

Chris Paul’s voice-over in Nike’s “Start Something” ad is one of the best NBA voice over moments. In the ad, Paul speaks over highlights of himself and other Nike athletes, including Lebron James and Serena Williams Paul’s narration is inspirational and motivating, and it perfectly matches the energy of the highlights.

Blake Griffin’s voice-over in Nike’s “Unbelievable” ad

In Nike’s “Unbelievable” ad, Chicago Bulls All-Star Power Forward Blake Griffin does a voice-over of film clips of other players making unbelievable catches, dunks and other plays.

“I’ve seen a lot of unbelievable things in my life. But this… this is something else.” -Blake Griffin

Derrick Rose’s voice-over in Adidas’ “The Return” ad

In 2012, Adidas released a commercial called “The Return” to mark Derrick Rose’s comeback from injury. The ad was voiced by Rose himself, and it quickly became one of the most iconic NBA voice-over moments of all time.

Steve Nash’s voice-over in Nike’s “Parallel World” ad

Steve Nash’s voice-over in Nike’s “Parallel World” ad is one of the best NBA voice-over moments. The ad features Nash walking through a black-and-white world, with his voice narrating the action. Nash’s narration is funny, insightful, and motivating, and it really makes the ad special.