Starting 5
“Five journeys. One season. All access.”
Follows 5 NBA players throughout an entire NBA series, delving into their on-court performance and off-court personal lives.
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Seasons
Season 1 follows LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers, Jimmy Butler of the Miami Heat, Anthony Edwards of the Minnesota Timberwolves, Domantas Sabonis of the Sacramento Kings, and Jayson Tatum of the Boston Celtics, through the 2023-24 season.
1.Meet the Hoopers (1)
7.909-10-202444mLeBron 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)
5.009-10-202447mAnthony 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
7.509-10-202445mRest 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
5.009-10-202447mThe 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
5.009-10-202446mJimmy 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
5.009-10-202440mLeBron achieves a historic milestone post-All-Star break, Jimmy plays through grief, and Anthony prepares to welcome his firstborn.
7.Push
5.009-10-202440mThe 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!
5.009-10-202440mThe 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
5.009-10-202452mWith 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
5.009-10-202462mAnthony'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.
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