Netflix Drops Official ‘Starting 5’ Trailer

As a lifelong basketball enthusiast who has spent countless hours on the court and evenings glued to my television screen watching the NBA, I am absolutely thrilled about Netflix’s upcoming docuseries, “Starting 5“. The fact that it delves deeper into the lives of some of the league’s most captivating figures – LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, Jimmy Butler, Anthony Edwards, and Domantas Sabonis – has me on the edge of my seat.

Netflix has now released the trailer for their upcoming NBA-centric documentary series titled “Starting 5“. This series delves into the lives of five prominent NBA figures, namely LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, Jimmy Butler, Anthony Edwards, and Domantas Sabonis.

This documentary series offers fans an intimate view into the daily routines of five prominent NBA players, revealing aspects like their training methods, inspirations, and paths to success despite challenges such as injuries. Notably, it delves into their personal lives and their quest for creating a lasting legacy while maintaining family values. The series is jointly produced by Susan Ansman, Trishtan Williams, Peter J. Scalettar, with Maverick Carter, Jamal Henderson, Philip Byron, and Randy Mims from UNINTERRUPTED; President Barack Obama, Michelle Obama, Vinnie Malhotra, and Ethan Lewis from Higher Ground; and Peyton Manning, Jamie Horowitz, and Sam Pepper from Omaha Productions.

In his 21st season, James puts in extra effort to maintain his fitness and remain top-tier, while Edwards shines as a rising star. Butler’s tenacity powers the Heat, Sabonis stabilizes the Kings with his multi-faceted game, and Tatum guides the Celtics in their pursuit of an 18th title. Starting 5 offers a raw perspective on life at the peak of professional basketball.

The docuseries arrives in 10, 45 minute episodes and is set to premiere on October 9 on Netflix. Watch the official trailer above.

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