Sportscasting history was brought alive this week, as Kevin Harlan, celebrated voice behind some of the most popular sports events etched two game-winners under his belt on back-to-back nights.
His calls commented not only on our national pastime, but also the miraculous plays of spirited athletes. As the national NFL radio play-by-play man for Westwood One, Harlan was charged with the task of relaying Monday Night Football to homes across the country.
The game, taking place in Seattle, featured Drew Lock, backup quarterback of the Seahawks guiding his team to victory with a late touchdown pass.
“Touchdown, touchdown, Seattle touchdown,” Harlan belted over the roar of the 12th man. “The Seahawks have taken the lead, 28 seconds to go!”
Kevin Harlan’s radio call of the Seahawks’ game-winning touchdown last night is ELECTRIC ⚡pic.twitter.com/VSKNvC3Cne
— ClutchPoints (@ClutchPoints) December 19, 2023
Fast forward less than 24 hours, and Kevin Harlan was in San Francisco, calling the NBA game on TNT. And this was no ordinary game.
It brought about another golden moment in sports history courtesy of the legendary Stephen Curry of the Golden State Warriors. In the dying seconds of the overtime, Curry launched a spectacular three-pointer.
Harlan wasted no time and punctuated the magical moment with a ringing declaration, “Curry three, WHAT A SHOT!”
My only issue
They shoulda let Kevin Harlan cook with the call 😭😭😭pic.twitter.com/12OHxdzWtM
— WarriorsMuse (@WarriorsMuse) December 20, 2023
This unforgettable call will be forever etched in NBA memory and certainly added another feather to Harlan’s broadcasting cap.
Perhaps Harlan’s ability to deliver such memorable calls stems from his experience as a versatile broadcaster. A hidden gem in the sports broadcasting world, Harlan’s commitment and passion are unmatched.
his NFL duties for Westwood One and CBS, Harlan also serves as the voice of the Super Bowl and calls the top NBA game each week for TNT.
While his NFL calls draw attention, Harlan simultaneously gives basketball fans an exceptional commentary experience alongside the legendary team at Inside the NBA.
Harlan’s tenacious energy and insightful outlook heighten the fervor of the top NBA game every week, making for a memorable viewing experience.
Harlan’s prowess transcends NFL and NBA. He also narrates for the NCAA tournament, a testament to his versatile broadcasting portfolio, thanks to Warner Bros.
Discovery’s partnership with Paramount Global. His broadcasting talent was underscored when he received an Awfulie from Awful Announcing for his narration of Furman’s dramatic win over Virginia last spring, which was listed as the second-best announcing moment of 2023.
