Dream Team: Birth of the Modern Athlete

S01E01 Redemption of a League

Magic Johnson, Charles Barkley, and Michael Jordan step into a league that just a few years earlier was on the brink of failure. Set against the vibrant backdrop of the 1980s, a wave of talent revitalizes the NBA, turning it into both a financial juggernaut and a cultural icon. As the decade shifts into the 1990s, these athletes rise to fame, becoming not only sports legends but also pop culture sensations. Leading up to the 1992 Olympic Games in Barcelona, friendships are forged, rivalries heat up, and personal connections are put to the test.