Legendary Knicks announcer Marv Albert, 84, declined an opportunity to call an NBA game for NBC due to voice issues, despite the network’s interest in reviving nostalgia for NBA games. With a long history covering Knicks basketball since 1963, including their championship runs in 1970 and 1973, Albert remains engaged with the team’s success as they reach the NBA Finals against the Spurs. He anticipates a massive celebration in New York City if the Knicks win, recalling the excitement of past victories. Albert’s broadcasting career spans decades, earning him a place in the National Sportscasters and Sportswriters Association Hall of Fame.
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Marv Albert declined NBA on NBC offer due to voice issues
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