If last month the streaming platform Netflix triumphed with the documentary Simone Biles flies againNow he just surprised us with the announcement of the premiere of 5 pathsa new documentary series that will premiere on October 9 in which the big stars of the NBA are followed during a season. Basketball fans will be able to see the daily life of five great figures of the American league such as LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, Anthony Edwards, Sabonis and Butler during the course of NBA 23/24. An original documentary series that has a structure very similar to the series Strategist on American football from the production company itself. The most interesting thing about this production is that it will not only focus on what happened on the basketball court, but also wants to give it a more personal touch, showing the personal stories of the protagonists.
5 paths is a perfect documentary series for fans of this sport since Basketball player LeBron James is directly involved in this new docuseries. Indeed, LeBron James’ production company, Omaha Productions, which belongs to Peyton Mannin, and Barack Obama’s Higher Ground, are responsible for this documentary series that will premiere on Netflix. It therefore has their supervision which is a guarantee of quality. A must-see production for anyone who wants to know the daily life of NBA players from the inside.
What is the documentary series about? 5 Ways to Netflix?
Although we don’t have much information about this project yet, this new documentary series promises an intimate and detailed approach similar to that of The Last Dancethat captivated basketball fans around the world. This documentary series focused on the 1997-98 NBA Chicago Bulls season.
The documentary series 5 paths It was directed by Susan Ansman and Trishtan Williams.. It also emerged that ten 45-minute episodes would follow players like LeBron James, Jayson Tatum, Anthony Edwards, Domantas Sabonis and Jimmy Butler as they take on the most competitive league in world basketball. The series explores both the moments of glory and the personal obstacles these athletes face.
In this documentary series LeBron James, in his 21st season, shows his struggle to remain dominantAnthony Edwards is proving to be an electrifying force in the league, Sacramento Kings mainstay Sabonis is showing off his all-around game, and Tatum is leading the charge for the Celtics in their quest for the franchise’s 18th championship.
In this documentary series you can see the struggles and efforts of each team member to stay on topbut also the way to face the season in each of the families. 5 paths tries in each episode to approach the most human side of these superstars. This documentary series goes beyond statistics and games.
The Last Danceanother documentary series about basketball
This documentary miniseries was produced by ESPN and premiered on Netflix in April 2020 on the Netflix streaming platform. The Last Dancer is directed by Jason Hehir and consists of 10 interesting and focuses on the 1997-98 Chicago Bulls season.
The interest of this documentary series lies in the fact that It was the last season of famous basketball player Michael Jordan. in the Illinois franchise. The Last Dance He looks back on the season in which the Bulls won their sixth title and faces doubts from the team and coaching staff regarding Michael Jordan’s imminent departure the following season.
What was surprising about this documentary series was its structure since it follows two different timelines which end up coming together. The first timeline begins during the preseason of the 1997/98 season and ends with the finals of that season. The second timeline begins with Michael Jordan’s debut in the sport in high school and college. He then made his career with the Bulls and finally joined the first team in 1997.
In addition to the documentary series The Last Dancealso on Netflix you can see another one about basketball: The Carter Effect. This documentary focuses on the figure of Vince Carter and his impact on Canadian basketball. You can also watch other documentary series like Lenny Cooke, The Year of Yao, Whatever Happened to Michael Ray?, Gunnin’ For That #1 Spot either Insanity. All of these documentary series, including 5 Caminos, are a good opportunity to learn the ins and outs of this complex sport.
