5 NBA Documentaries You Must See
Whether you’re a diehard Basketball Fan or just enjoy a good sports documentary, these five NBA films are a must-see. From intimate profiles of legendary players to the stories of entire teams, these docs offer a fascinating look at the world of Professional Basketball
“Hoop Dreams”
“Hoop Dreams” is a 1994 American documentary film directed by Steve James and produced by Frederick Marx, with Kartemquin Films. Hoop Dreams follows the lives of two African-American teenage basketball players Arthur Agee and William Gates who together with their families, aspire to become Professional Basketball Players in the National Basketball Association (NBA). The film chronicles their experience as they navigate High School college recruiting, and competitive athletics while dealing with family economic hardship.
“More Than a Game”
More Than a Game is a 2009 documentary film directed by Kris Belman. The film follows the lives of five young men from Akron, Ohio who were teammates on a high school basketball team The film chronicles their journey from high school to college to the NBA. More Than a Game is an inspirational story about friendship, sacrifice and redemption.
“The Dream Team”
In 1992, the United States sent its first-ever Dream Team to the Summer Olympics in Barcelona. The team was made up of NBA superstars such as Michael Jordan Magic Johnson and Larry Bird and is considered by many to be the greatest Sports Team ever assembled. This documentary chronicles their journey to the gold medal and features never-before-seen footage and interviews with the players.
“Once Brothers”
“Once Brothers” is a 2010 NBA documentary that tells the story of former NBA Stars Drazen Petrovic and Vlade Divac. The film chronicles the rise of the two players from their humble beginnings in Yugoslavia to their successful NBA careers. “Once Brothers” also details the tragic events that transpired during the Bosnian War, which ultimately led to the deaths of many innocent people, including Divac’s wife and child. This emotionally charged documentary is a must-see for any basketball fan
“Brothers in Arms”
In “Brothers in Arms,” former NBA players and brothers Adonal Foyle and Major League Baseball player Bret Boone explore the unique relationship between athletes who are also siblings. The film features interviews with other well-known sports siblings, including Serena and Venus Williams Eli and Peyton Manning, and Shawn and Grant Hill
