There are millions of basketball lovers around the world, passionate and sometimes aggressive fans who will do anything to watch behind the scenes of their favorite player’s life. They want to know their rituals, practice, and private lifestyle. It’s what makes them joyous and motivated.
So, if you are interested in taking a peek into their lives and discovering the unstable nature of their career, you should go to the movies. There are hundreds of documentaries and amazing movies on Netflix about basketball.
To make the decision easy for you, we have listed down 8 of the best and must-watch Netflix movies for basketball lovers! Without any further ado, let’s start the list.
1. Last Chance U: Basketball
Ever since one can recall, there has only been one debate in basketball history, and it’s this: Who is better? MJ or LeBron. The Last Dance is going to solve all the mysteries and give you a fresh and brand new perspective that not only we need but deserve because of closure. This documentary will show you a much deeper analysis of the most influential basketball player in history: Michael Jordan.
Okay, yes, it is not exactly a movie-movie, but it is on Netflix and a documentary that is much bigger and more explosive than a feature film. There is captivating footage of his personal time and a much closer look at his career. Well, who is the GOAT in the basketball arena? Michael Jordan.
2. Giants Of Africa
It may seem like it from the title, but it’s not what you think; a film about mythical creatures. It’s actually a poignant story about the infamous Masai Ujiri, mostly known as Toronto Raptors General Manager. Masai is known for being a risk-taker and assembling teams that come on a smaller budget but just know how to wipe the game clean. This movie is about the Giants of Africa; how young talent come and go but there are certain gifted names who have stuck and found stardom like no other. This movie will make you appreciate athletes, their lifestyle, and their passion even more.
3. Basketball Or Nothing
Basketball has, of course, different coaching styles. On the one hand, you have the obvious slow pace, and on the other hand, there is sprinting and shooting. This movie tackles that theme superbly and shows how for the Chinle basketball team, it’s basketball or nothing. The team and Navajo Nation try their best to win the competition and become a formidable name on the basketball court.
Again, this one is a documentary where you see the drive each and every basketball player possesses. It’s all heart, and you can go in with high expectations because it’s THAT good.
4. The Carter Effect
In the last few years, we have seen remarkable growth in the Canadian basketball league. Great football players have come to rise and become the second-highest number of active players in the NBA. But was this always the case? Not really. Canada was known to dominate hockey. The Carter Effect is about the rise of basketball in the city of Toronto and how it got picked up from there and became the rage that it is in Canada today.
5. Space Jam
We are going to talk about Michael Jordan again, but this one is hilarious. Space Jam can be deemed a classic as you see the greatest basketball player of all time team up with an animated Buggs Bunny and beat an army of mutant aliens. Of course, there are other basketball players too, like Charles Barkley, Muggsy Bogues, David Robinson, Larry Bird, but no one can be as important as MJ. It’s a total entertainer and so go watch this movie on a nice Saturday night with lots of caramel popcorn and a nice company of friends.
6. Juwanna Man
We have discussed all the movies that have men at the forefront, not that it’s a bad thing. But hey, we have female basketball players as well, and we must not shrug away from their incredible talent. This movie tackles how a male team of basketball players beats the women’s team and how a man dresses up as a female to revert and show that women are also capable of achieving the feat. Obviously, the story is funny and a mixed riot of fun and one-liners.
7. Amateur
We all know that professional athletes make a lot of money, and everyone desires to be at the top to have their pay be the biggest and highest of all. Amateur is a story about a teenager who rises to stardom much too soon, and he does so by using social media and, of course, elevating his game and skill. Hence, if you are someone who is sitting behind a laptop screen hoping to someday be the next big thing, this movie is for you as it shows you how to make it possible. One thing that you will take away from this film is this: you need to work hard to reap success.
8. High Flying Bird
Hundreds of contracts are signed every now and then, and sneakers are being sold at the fastest and most progressive pace, but why? Basketball is growing, that’s why. But what happened in the lockdown? This is a story about an athlete who finds himself in a bit of a rough patch once the season ends. How does one secure his financial future and establish security in his lifetime? What happens once the media labels you? Does negativity ruin your game? Watch this incredible gem on Netflix.
In Conclusion
And that was the list, folks! We certainly hope you liked the list. Do let us know your favorite of the lost and if you have already seen any of the movies mentioned in the list.
