About the Show

Two fans' lives change dramatically over 12 years, as LeBron James transforms the Cavaliers.

The Cleveland Cavaliers' future looks bright with LeBron James, basketball’s biggest star, joining the team. Superfan Matt, however, faces a setback when his business fails, forcing him to sell his cherished Cavs season tickets. New writer Shawn, excited to watch the Cavaliers live for the first time, buys the tickets. As they navigate the next 12 years together, their lives mirror the dramatic and sometimes heart-wrenching journey of the Cavs and LeBron James.

Critic Reviews (6)

"King James ends up more airball than slam dunk."
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“Strong chemistry”
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"The writing and the acting both prove slam dunks in this fascinating character study"
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" It is a lean, keen-eyed and compelling piece "
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"the understanding of sports as a gateway to rich, nuanced relationships is undeniable."
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For a previous production

"This isn’t a play with a tidily happy ending, but it’s also a hopeful one."
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