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A series of short stories that feature interviews with basketball's most prominent figures and explores the complex nature of love as it relates to the game. With insights and perspectives about race, politics, media, business, and entertainment.
"Title IX: Immaculata"
Title IX gives rise to the women's game at the college level, and Immaculata University emerges as the first great team, winning three consecutive NCAA Titles from 1972-1974.
"Portland's One Year Dynasty"
A potential new dynasty arrives with the Trail Blazers' 1977 NBA Finals victory, but continuous injuries Bill Walton in subsequent seasons derail any future chances of titles.
"Triangle: Kobe, Shaq, and Phil"
Phil Jackson joins the Los Angeles Lakers, Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant and dynasty is born.
"College Coaches: The Changing of the Guard"
The success stories of Jim Valvano at NC State, Rollie Massimino at Villanova, and Denny Crum at Louisville open the door for other unique styles of coaching that supplant the success and star power of their predecessors.