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Netflix Announces New NBA Series Featuring 5 Stars

Originally posted on The Forkball | By Abdullah Imran | Last updated Aug 28, 2024 4:52 PM ET

Netflix has officially announced its upcoming sports docuseries titled “Starting 5,” set to premiere on October 9, 2024. This highly anticipated series by Netflix will provide an exclusive, behind-the-scenes look at the 2023-2024 NBA season featuring 5 Stars: LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, Anthony Edwards, Jimmy Butler, and Domantas Sabonis.

A Deep Dive into the NBA Experience

“Starting 5” will consist of ten episodes, each approximately 45 minutes long, capturing the intense journey of these players as they go through the challenges of professional basketball. The series will highlight their battles both on and off the court, showcasing their pursuit of greatness, the impact of injuries, and the balance they strive to maintain between family life and their legacies.

The synopsis provided by Netflix emphasizes the personal and professional struggles faced by the featuring 5 Stars. LeBron James, in his 21st season, pushes himself harder than ever to remain dominant. Meanwhile, Anthony Edwards rises rapidly in the league, Jimmy Butler propels the Miami Heat with his relentless drive, Domantas Sabonis anchors the Sacramento Kings with his versatile gameplay, and Jayson Tatum leads the Boston Celtics in their quest for a record 18th championship.

Production and Executive Team

UNINTERRUPTED, which LeBron James and Maverick Carter co-founded, produces the series in collaboration with Higher Ground Productions, which Barack and Michelle Obama founded, and Omaha Productions, which Peyton Manning leads. This star-studded production team includes notable executive producers such as Maverick Carter, Jamal Henderson, Philip Byron, Randy Mims, Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Vinnie Malhotra, Ethan Lewis, Peyton Manning, Jamie Horowitz, and Sam Pepper.The showrunner for “Starting 5” is Peter J. Scalettar, who also directed some episodes alongside directors Susan Ansman and Trishtan Williams.

The Impact of “Starting 5”

Netflix has been expanding its library of sports documentaries, following the success of series like “Formula 1: Drive to Survive” and “The Last Dance.” With “Starting 5,” the streaming giant aims to provide fans with an unfiltered view of life at the pinnacle of professional basketball, allowing viewers to connect with these athletes on a deeper level.

Conclusion

With its star-studded cast and impressive production team, ‘Starting 5’ is set to capture the attention of basketball fans and sports enthusiasts alike. As the premiere date approaches, anticipation builds for what promises to be an insightful exploration of the lives of five of the NBA’s biggest stars during an important season.

This article first appeared on The Forkball and was syndicated with permission.

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