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NBA players in movies

It’s no secret that NBA players love movies. Many of them have even appeared in films themselves. Here are just a few examples of NBA players who have had roles in movies.

Shaquille O’Neal has appeared in many movies, including “Blue Chips ” “Kazaam,” and “Steel.” He also had a cameo appearance in “Space Jam ”

Michael Jordan starred in the 1996 film “Space Jam” alongside Bugs Bunny and other Looney Tunes characters. He also appeared in the 1989 film “Do the Right Thing” and the 2001 film “Like Mike.”

LeBron James has appeared in a number of films, including “Trainwreck,” “Smallfoot,” and “Space Jam A New Legacy.” He is also set to star in an upcoming film called “Space Jam 2.”

Carmelo Anthony has had roles in films such as “Think Like a Man Too,” “Entourage,” and “ Creed. He will also be appearing in an upcoming movie led basketball drama film titled Uncle Drew.

Movies with an NBA theme

There are many movies with an NBA theme Here are some popular ones:

--Space Jam A basketball player played by Michael Jordan is recruited by aliens to help them win a basketball game against other aliens.
-He Got Game: A young man played by Ray Allen is trying to earn a college basketball scholarship so he can get out of his tough life. His father, played by Denzel Washington is in prison and is also trying to earn his son’s love and forgiveness.
-Like Mike: A young orphan, played by Lil’ Bow Wow finds a pair of magical sneakers that belonged to Michael Jordan He then starts playing for the NBA.

Movies featuring NBA players

Though not every successful basketball player has what it takes to become a movie star, there have been some noteworthy films featuring NBA talent over the years. Here are 10 of the best.

1. “Space Jam” (1996) – Michael Jordan stars in this classic animated/live-action hybrid alongside Bugs Bunny and other Looney Tunes characters.

2. “He Got Game” (1998) – Denzel Washington earned a Golden Globe nomination for his role as a convict who is released on parole so he can persuade his estranged son, a top High School basketball prospect to play for the governor’s alma mater.

3. ” Like Mike” (2002) – Lil’ Bow Wow plays a young orphan who finds a pair of magic sneakers that enable him to play like his hero, NBA legend Michael Jordan

4. “Hoosiers” (1986) – Gene Hackman stars as a small-town Indiana basketball coach who leads his team on an underdog run to the state championship game.

5. “Hoop Dreams” (1994) – This acclaimed documentary follows two inner-city Chicago teens who aspire to become professional basketball players as they navigate the challenges of high school and AAU ball.

6. “One on One” (1977) – Robby Benson stars as a talented but unpopular high schooler who gets into an unlikely one-on-one matchup with superstar NBA playerConnie Hawkins .

7.”Blue Chips” (1994) – Nick Nolte plays a hard-nosed college basketball coach who must decide whether to recruit a talented but troubled player (played by Shaquille O’Neal). 8.”Glory Road” (2006) – Josh Lucas stars as Texas Western Head Coach Don Haskins, whose all-black starting lineup made history by winning the 1966 NCAA championship game against an all-white Kentucky team. 9.”Semi-Pro” (2008) – Will Ferrell stars as Jackie Moon, the owner/coach/player of the Flint Tropics, a small-time 1970s basketball team fighting for survival in the obscure ABA League 10.”The Air Up There” (1994) – Kevin Bacon stars as an American College Coach who travels to Africa in search of talented players, and ends up finding much more than he bargained for.

Movies set during the NBA season

May
-The Coach
-Space Jam

June
-Hoosiers
-Semi-Pro
-He Got Game

July
-Blue chips

Movies about the NBA draft

The NBA draft is an annual event in which the National Basketball Association (NBA) teams select new players for their rosters. The draft is held every summer, usually in June. In this heading, we will recommend some good movies about the NBA Draft

“One and Done” is a documentary about the one-and-done rule in the NBA. The rule requires that players must be at least 19 years old and one year removed from their high school graduation to be eligible for the NBA Draft “One and Done” follows former Kentucky Wildcats star center Nerlens Noel as he goes through the pre-draft process leading up to the 2013 NBA draft

“ivoty League” is a documentary about four high school basketball players who were drafted in the first round of the 2010 NBA draft The film follows each player through their rookie season in the NBA as they try to make an impact on their new teams. “Ivory League” is an insightful look at what it takes to make it in the NBA.

“Going Big” is a documentary about 7’6″ basketball star Mamadou N’Diaye. The film follows N’Diaye as he moves from his native Senegal to America to play high school basketball and eventually pursue his dream of being drafted by an NBA team “Going Big” is an inspiring story about following your dreams against all odds.”

Movies based on NBA games

There are many great movies based on NBA games Here are some of the best:

-The Fish That Saved Pittsburgh: This film is based on the true story of the Pittsburgh Piranhas, a team that overcame huge odds to win the NBA Championship
-Hoosiers: This film is based on the true story of the 1954 Indiana state championship team.
--White Men Can’t Jump: This movie is about two men who team up to play Street Basketball
-Inside Out: This Pixar film tells the story of a girl who must come to terms with her family moving from her childhood home.
-Love & Basketball: This film tells the story of two friends who fall in love while playing basketball

NBA players in movie cameos

Many famous NBA players have made cameo appearances in movies over the years. Some of the most popular examples include:

--Michael Jordan in Space Jam (1996)
– Shaquille O’Neal in Blue Chips (1994)
– Charles Barkley in Forget Paris (1995)
– Kobe Bryant in slam dunk Ernest (1995)
– Lebron James in Trainwreck (2015)

Movies with NBA players as consultants

You might not know it, but plenty of movies feature NBA players in consultant roles. While some actors might just play a pick-up game to better understand their character, other actors receive in-depth coaching from former players to make sure their on-screen performance is convincing. Here are some notable examples.

Space Jam (1996)
Michael Jordan stars in this live action/animated movie about a group of Looney Tunes characters who enlist his help to win a basketball game against a group of aliens. In addition to Jordan, the movie features several other NBA Stars as themselves, including Larry Bird Charles Barkley and Patrick Ewing Professional basketball coach Phil Jackson served as an adviser on the film.

He Got Game (1998)
In this Spike Lee joint, Denzel Washington plays Jake Shuttlesworth, a convict serving time for killing his wife. His estranged son Jesus (Ray Allen) is one of the top high school basketball prospects in the country and is being recruited by several colleges. Jake is released from prison on parole for one week so that he can try to convince his son to go to the governor’s alma mater in exchange for a reduced sentence. Many of the basketball scenes were shot at Rucker Park in Harlem and featured several streetball legends. Allen Iverson makes a cameo appearance as Jesus’ friend Booger.

Like Mike (2002)
In this movie about a young orphan who finds a pair of magic sneakers and becomes an overnight sensation in the NBA, Lil’ Bow Wow plays Calvin Cambridge Former NBA All-Star Grant Hill served as a technical advisor on the film and appears as himself. Other real-life NBA players who appear in the movie include Jason Kidd Steve Nash Kevin Garnett, Tracy McGrady Alonzo Mourning, and Marcus Camby.

Movies set during the NBA offseason

It’s the offseason for the NBA, and that means plenty of time for players to relax and unwind. But it also means that there are plenty of movies set during the NBA offseason! Here are some of our favorites:

--Space Jam Michael Jordan teams up with Bugs Bunny and other Looney Tunes characters to take on an evil alien team in a game of basketball
– like Mike: A young orphaned street kid discovers he has the uncanny ability to play like his childhood hero, Michael Jordan He is then drafted by the NBA’s Charlotte Hornets
-He Got Game: A father tries to persuade his extremely talented but highly recruitment-resistant son to play college basketball for the school he coaches.

Movies about the NBA Finals

Movies about the NBA Finals are some of the most popular films in the sports genre. Every year, millions of people around the world tune in to watch the drama unfold on the big screen. Here are some of the best movies about the NBA Finals

1. Hoosiers (1986)

This classic film is based on the true story of a small-town Indiana Basketball team that made an unlikely run to the State Championships in 1954. Despite being massive underdogs, the team manages to win game after game, culminating in a thrilling finale against a much more powerful opponent.

2. Space Jam (1996)

In this iconic movie, Michael Jordan teams up with Bugs Bunny and other Looney Tunes characters to take on a group of aliens in a game of basketball The movie is a fun and imaginative take on the sport, and features some of the most memorable basketball scenes ever put on film.

3. White Men Can’t Jump (1992)

This classic film stars Wesley Snipes and Woody Harrelson as two streetball players who compete against each other in a series of games. The trash-talking and competitive nature of the pair makes for some very Ning Basketball scenes, and their final showdown is one of the most memorable in movie history.