Doris Burke Poised to Make Her Final NBA Finals Broadcast for ESPN

The esteemed ESPN trio of Mike Breen, Doris Burke, and Richard Jefferson is set to cover the 2025 NBA Finals, where the Oklahoma City Thunder will face off against the Indiana Pacers, starting Thursday, June 5. According to Andrew Marchand from The Athletic, this may be their final Finals assignment together. Marchand suggested that while Jefferson is expected to renew his contract—having succeeded current Lakers coach JJ Redick—Burke's role remains uncertain. He noted, “Burke’s spot is not guaranteed for next season.” Although Breen, a Hall of Famer, is secure with a longstanding contract, ESPN is poised to review its roster. Discussions may explore whether Burke thrives better in a duo rather than a trio format. Burke, an ESPN cornerstone since 1991, broke ground as the first female major men’s championship analyst in 2023.