Apple TV+ Launches Basketball Documentary The Long Game: Bigger Than Basketball

Apple TV+ Launches Basketball Documentary The Long Game: Bigger Than Basketball

Apple TV+’s New Slam Dunk on the Small Screen

The Long Game – Because Basketball is More Than Just a Game

Got popcorn? Because Apple TV+ is about to drop a deep‑cut documentary that will make you feel the sweat, the hope, and the jump‑shot despair of Makur Maker, the fierce NBA hopeful.

  • Makur’s Mission – He’s not just chasing a championship; he wants to shine a light on HBCUs and put them in the spotlight.
  • Drama & COVID – The story unfolds against a backdrop of a global pandemic that turned practice courts into the ghostly arena of social distancing.
  • Rough Rips & Physical Obstacles – The powerhouse faced unexpected injuries and real‑life setbacks that tested his resolve.
  • Title Twist – Initially called “Big Man on Campus,” the film changed its name to better capture Makur’s bigger‑than‑life journey.

Watch as he travels from college hoops to the possibility of the NBA while balancing his dream of boosting HBCUs. You’ll leave the sofa heart‑broken, laughing, and maybe inspired to give your own dreams a shot. Stay tuned.

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Apple TV+ Drops Two Hot Basketball Docuseries on April 22

“The Long Game: Bigger Than Basketball”

  • Directed & executive‑produced by Seth Gordon (back from For All Mankind).
  • Goes beyond hoops, diving into the heartbeat of the sport.
  • “They Call Me Magic”

  • Four‑part saga chronicling the life of Earvin “Magic” Johnson.
  • Packed with the highs, lows, and legendary charisma that made him a legend.
  • Both series hit streaming screens on April 22, 2025—a perfect pairing for fans ready to dive deep into basketball lore.
    Subscription InfoIf you’re new to Apple TV+, it’s just $4.99/month. One small price for a front‑row seat to some of the sport’s most compelling stories.Enjoy the binge‑watching!