By Eurohoops team / info@eurohoops.net
Following the launch of a vertical documentary on the men’s basketball tournament during the Olympic Games in 2025, Netflix revealed another basketball show that will be aired on October 9.
It’s called “Starting 5”, and in ten episodes will tell about how five NBA superstars lived differently during the 2023-24 season, each and every one with their individual and team goals. Former United States President Barack Obama and his wife Michelle Obama are among the executive producers.
The protagonists are Los Angeles Lakers’ LeBron James, Sacramento Kings’ Domantas Sabonis, Boston Celtics’ Jayson Tatum, Minnesota Timberwolves’ Anthony Edwards, and Miami Heat’s Jimmy Butler.
“Though they share a common goal of winning the NBA championship, each athlete is at a different point in their career, trying to lead their teams to victory while navigating their own respective journey”, the official announcement says.
“The series”, Netflix adds, “captures all five athletes in their battles on and off the court as they chase greatness, push through injuries, and balance the demands of family and legacy”, it continues. “[LeBron] James exerts himself harder than ever to stay healthy – and dominant – in his 21st season, while [Anthony] Edwards electrifies with his rapid rise”, the official announcement follows.
“[Jimmy] Butler’s relentless drive propels the Heat, [Domantas] Sabonis anchors the Kings with his versatile play, and [Jaysum] Tatum leads the Celtics in their quest for a record 18th championship. Starting 5 delivers an unfiltered view of life at the pinnacle of professional basketball”, it ends.
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