Basketball Man (2007): cast, story & where to watch
2007 · Film · ★ 2
Released in 2007, Basketball Man is a documentary and history film directed by Burt Kearns, running about 103 minutes.
What it’s about. Basketball legends including Michael Jordan, Steve Nash, Red Auerbach and John Wooden tell the amazing life story of Dr. James Naismith, the man who invented the game and inspired generations of players to reach for the rim. The athletes share their perspectives on the game and explain how Naismith developed the basic rules of the sport in just two weeks in 1891. Historical clips also feature the first-ever b-ball instructional film, from 1927.
Who’s in it. Basketball Man stars Carmelo Anthony as Self, Red Auerbach as Self, Rick Barry as Self and Jerry Colangelo as Self, among others.
How it landed. With an audience score of 2.0/10, Basketball Man has proved divisive with audiences.
Where to watch. Streaming options change often. See the full, country-by-country breakdown on our where to watch Basketball Man page.
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Frequently asked
- Where can I watch Basketball Man (2007)?
- Streaming, rental and purchase options for Basketball Man change frequently. Check our where-to-watch page for the latest availability in your country.
- Is Basketball Man worth watching?
- Basketball Man holds an audience score of 2.0 out of 10, and is a strong pick if you enjoy documentary and history. Reactions are mixed, so it may depend on taste.
- Who stars in Basketball Man?
- Basketball Man stars Carmelo Anthony, Red Auerbach, Rick Barry, Jerry Colangelo and Bob Cousy.
- When was Basketball Man released?
- Basketball Man was released in 2007, with a runtime of about 103 minutes.