Series synopsis
The Long Game: Bigger Than Basketball is an American documentary television series that premiered on Apple TV on April 21, 2022. It ended on April 21, 2022. It stars Makur Maker.
Makur Maker was a five-star NBA prospect headed to the Draft—until an unexpected detour led him to Howard University. This inspiring docuseries follows Makur's journey and his determination to rewrite his story with the help of his family.
Premise
Makur Maker was a five-star NBA prospect headed to the Draft—until an unexpected detour led him to Howard University. This inspiring docuseries follows Makur's journey and his determination to rewrite his story with the help of his family.
Cast and characters
Leading cast
- Makur Maker as Self
Episodes
This series spans 1 season with 5 episodes.
| Season | Episodes | First aired | Last aired |
|---|---|---|---|
| Season 1 | 5 | April 21, 2022 | April 21, 2022 |
| Episode | Title | Air date |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Big Shot When Makur's path to the NBA is derailed by COVID, he enrolls at Howard University to send a powerful message. |
April 21, 2022 |
| 2 |
Crash Course Makur and his Howard coach clash, plus an injury and the pandemic threaten to sideline his plans. A Pistons shake-up stuns Thon, Makur's cousin. |
April 21, 2022 |
| 3 |
Schooled After only a few games into the season, the Howard Bison make a tough call. And in a surprising turn, Thon heads back to the NBA. |
April 21, 2022 |
Production
Release
| Original network/platform | Apple TV |
|---|---|
| First aired | April 21, 2022 |
| Last aired | April 21, 2022 |
| Status | ended |