Netflix Teams Up with NBA Stars for 'Starting 5' — Release Date Revealed

Behind-the-Scenes Access: Starting 5 offers an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at the 2023-24 NBA season, focusing on five major players.

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Premiering October 9, 2024: The 10-episode series will debut on Netflix, chronicling the journeys of top NBA stars throughout the season.

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Featured Players: The series will follow LeBron James (Los Angeles Lakers), Anthony Edwards (Minnesota Timberwolves), Jimmy Butler (Miami Heat), Domantas Sabonis (Sacramento Kings), and Jayson Tatum (Boston Celtics).

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LeBron's 21st Season: The series captures LeBron James pushing harder than ever to maintain his health and dominance in his 21st NBA season.

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Anthony Edwards' Rise: Starting 5 showcases Edwards’ electrifying rise as one of the NBA’s brightest young stars.

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Jimmy Butler's Drive: The show highlights Butler’s relentless pursuit of success and his role as the leader of the Miami Heat.

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Sabonis' Versatility: Domantas Sabonis anchors the Sacramento Kings with his all-around play, balancing family and professional demands.

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Tatum's Quest for History: Jayson Tatum’s leadership of the Boston Celtics in their pursuit of a record 18th NBA championship is a central theme of the series.

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Parineeti Chopra and Raghav Chadha's Romantic Timeline