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This captivating sports series follows Jimmy Butler, Anthony Edwards, LeBron James, Domantas Sabonis and Jayson Tatum throughout the 2023-24 NBA season.
Seasons
1. Meet the Hoopers (1)
Air Date: 2024-10-09
LeBron faces a minutes restriction, Jayson aims to cement his legacy with a championship, and Jimmy taps into his diverse interests for an on-court edge.
2. Meet the Hoopers (2)
Air Date: 2024-10-09
Anthony stays focused on competing amid buzz about his bright future, while Domantas strives to balance family life with his demanding road schedule.
3. Survival of the Fittest
Air Date: 2024-10-09
Rest and recovery regimens are especially vital for the players as the league's first In-Season Tournament brings playoff-level intensity — and injuries.
4. Father Christmas
Air Date: 2024-10-09
The players enjoy a festive morning with their families before the Christmas Day games, where Jayson and LeBron go head-to-head in a holiday showdown.
5. The Struggle Is Real
Air Date: 2024-10-09
Jimmy works on a country music project, Domantas learns of his All-Star snub, and Jayson faces backlash after losing to a shorthanded Lakers squad.
6. All Star, Baby
Air Date: 2024-10-09
LeBron achieves a historic milestone post-All-Star break, Jimmy plays through grief, and Anthony prepares to welcome his firstborn.
7. Push
Air Date: 2024-10-09
The players reflect on fatherhood as Anthony embraces his new role as a dad. On the court, the teams battle to secure top seeds and playoff berths.
8. I'm Here!
Air Date: 2024-10-09
The season ends for Domantas as Jimmy and the Heat take on the 76ers in the Play-In Tournament. Anthony shines in a game against his idol, Kevin Durant.
9. Passing the Torch
Air Date: 2024-10-09
With LeBron facing elimination, debates over the next face of the league intensify. The Celtics stay on top, and Anthony aims to end the Nuggets' reign.
10. Just Be Yourself
Air Date: 2024-10-09
Anthony's playoff run stalls in Dallas. The Celtics advance to the NBA Finals, where Jayson lays it all on the line for a shot at his first championship.
1. Play to Win
Air Date: 2025-10-16
As the road to the NBA Finals begins, Tyrese, Jaylen, Kevin, James and Shai reawaken rivalries and their relentless pursuit of basketball immortality.
2. Love & Basketball
Air Date: 2025-10-16
Shai silences last year's champions while juggling fatherhood and fame. James rewrites his personal playbook. A tough loss tests Tyrese's confidence.
3. Time Keeps on Slippin'
Air Date: 2025-10-16
As the basketball season barrels ahead, our five superstars face different crossroads. But greatness is on the clock — and the grind is unrelenting.
4. Mama's Boys
Air Date: 2025-10-16
Jaylen reflects on his roots. Shai visits his hometown of Toronto. As the holidays bring joy, a high-stakes clash on the court sparks wild trade rumors.
5. Ring Chasing
Air Date: 2025-10-16
A blockbuster trade rocks the league. Through rumors and doubt, Kevin chases milestones. In Paris, pressure mounts on and off the court for Tyrese.
6. Changing of the Guards
Air Date: 2025-10-16
Tyrese and Shai face off in a potential Finals preview. Jaylen stays grounded as Boston finishes near the top of the league. Kevin suffers a setback.
7. What the Hali
Air Date: 2025-10-16
The NBA playoff gauntlet begins. Heartbreak comes for Jaylen and the Celtics as Tyrese leads the Pacers on a red-hot run. Shai dominates against Denver.
8. Collision Course
Air Date: 2025-10-16
All the blood, sweat and ice baths have led to this. With legacy on the line, Tyrese and Shai lead their teams on a collision course for the NBA crown.
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Rating
7.2/10
Release Date
2024-10-09
Episodes
18 (2 seasons)
Status
Returning Series
Cast
Videos
Production Companies
UNINTERRUPTED
Higher Ground
Omaha Productions