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00:00:28Malik! Malik!
00:00:30You got it! Draft Combine. Special approval.
00:00:36I did it.
00:00:38Hey, where are you going?
00:00:41Tell my mom!
00:00:51What are you doing?
00:00:53Denise, why isn't your arm healed yet?
00:00:55Did you ever see a doctor?
00:00:57It's fine. I'm used to it.
00:00:59I don't want to waste money on treatment.
00:01:01Malik needs it for his Combine.
00:01:03Well, that's not my problem, is it?
00:01:05Please, Ben. I'm fine. I won't slow the line down.
00:01:07You won't? You're moving at half speed.
00:01:08And this? What the fuck is this?
00:01:10This place isn't a charity.
00:01:12If you can't pull your weight like everyone else, you're out.
00:01:13We clear?
00:01:19Mom!
00:01:21Mom, great news.
00:01:23They officially let me into the NBA Draft Combine.
00:01:25It starts in two days.
00:01:27I'm going to get signed, Mom.
00:01:29I'm going to put Drywell on the mark.
00:01:30I never doubted it, Malik.
00:01:33Not since you were five years old shooting at a milk crane.
00:01:37Malik.
00:01:39Now, listen.
00:01:41How much for the travel?
00:01:42About 800 bucks.
00:01:44I've managed to save her.
00:01:46I'll just skip the team hotel.
00:01:48I'll find a hostel or a couch.
00:01:50It's fine, Mom.
00:01:51No.
00:01:52You aren't sharing a room with strangers.
00:01:55You need real sleep if you're going to play your best.
00:01:58Ma, stop.
00:01:59You're working three jobs.
00:02:01In your arm, I don't want my dream to cost you everything.
00:02:03We only need $200 more.
00:02:06Right?
00:02:06Your uncle, Victor, borrowed $200 last year to get Chase those limited edition sneakers.
00:02:11I'll just get him to pay me back.
00:02:13Let's go find him.
00:02:17Victor?
00:02:18Denise, perfect timing.
00:02:20Chase is heading to the Combine.
00:02:22And as his aunt, the least you can do is pitch in $500 for his new iPhone.
00:02:26He needs to look the part.
00:02:28Vic, I...
00:02:28Come on, Denise!
00:02:30I'll be a win for the whole family!
00:02:32Don't start acting cheap now!
00:02:37Malik's leaving tonight, too, so I was hoping you could pay me back the $200 you borrowed
00:02:40for those shoes.
00:02:43Malik?
00:02:43He didn't even graduate high school.
00:02:46And you think a gutter rat like him's making the NBA?
00:02:48You're fucking delusional!
00:02:50Exactly.
00:02:51The kid hasn't even had a single day of professional training.
00:02:54Why waste money on the Combine when he'll never get drafted?
00:02:57How could you say that?
00:02:58You really think that's all I am?
00:03:00Fine.
00:03:01I'll prove you both wrong.
00:03:02Just watch.
00:03:03I'm going to be the number one pick.
00:03:05The number one pick?
00:03:07You actually believe that crap?
00:03:09You're begging for $200 just to go get laughed off the court?
00:03:13You're shameless!
00:03:14Damn straight.
00:03:15Now pay up!
00:03:23What the hell is wrong with you guys?
00:03:25You could have hurt her!
00:03:26Please, Victor.
00:03:28That's for Malik's Combine trip.
00:03:30He needs it!
00:03:32When you borrow money, you pay it back.
00:03:35Who steals from the same people they're in debt to?
00:03:39That's way out of line!
00:03:41Watch your mouth, you piece of shit!
00:03:47What?
00:03:48Whatever.
00:03:48The money's ours now.
00:03:49Who cares what they think?
00:03:51Come on.
00:03:52Let's go by Chase that new phone.
00:03:57Mom, I'll just not go to the Combine.
00:03:59I'll keep working.
00:04:01Save money to fix your hand.
00:04:02What did you just say?
00:04:13Mom, stop!
00:04:14Stop it!
00:04:15Look at me!
00:04:19Mom.
00:04:20Malik, this world only respects two kinds of people.
00:04:24Those born at the top.
00:04:26And those who fight their way up there.
00:04:28Basketball is your weapon, Malik.
00:04:30So use it!
00:04:31Fight with it!
00:04:32Whatever people say,
00:04:33however hard it gets,
00:04:35you hold on to it and never let it go.
00:04:37But Mom,
00:04:38what about your hand?
00:04:39What are you going to do while I'm gone for three months?
00:04:42Forget my hand.
00:04:43Even if my whole body stops working,
00:04:45I'll make it to the day you come back.
00:04:51Malik!
00:04:58Malik,
00:04:58I've got some cash saved up from washing cars all these years.
00:05:01Take it.
00:05:02Use it for the Combine.
00:05:05Logan,
00:05:06I thought that was for your wedding.
00:05:08Nah, it's alright, man.
00:05:09We can always postpone it.
00:05:10Linda's gonna roll her eyes at me,
00:05:12but she'll understand.
00:05:13I've been saving my tips from waiting tables.
00:05:16But Andre,
00:05:17what about your tuition?
00:05:19Aren't you playing for Boise State next year?
00:05:22Man, my grades suck.
00:05:23And you've got way more game than I do.
00:05:24I'll stay here in drywall.
00:05:26Just go get that number one pick for us.
00:05:28Alright?
00:05:34Here's my share, Malik.
00:05:35Coach, where'd you even get this much?
00:05:37Wait, did you sell your pickup truck?
00:05:41That old truck's been with me for 20 years.
00:05:44Carried me through every chapter of my life.
00:05:46And now it's going to carry you one step closer to your dream.
00:05:49Your mom's right.
00:05:50You've got to go to the Combine.
00:05:51And you've got to show those scouts what you've got.
00:05:53We all believe in you, Malik.
00:05:59Thank you all so much.
00:06:01Thanks, guys.
00:06:02I'm getting that number one to pick.
00:06:04You should get going.
00:06:07Go make us proud, Malik.
00:06:09I'll be here every Sunday praying for you.
00:06:15Malik!
00:06:18Show them how we do it in drywall.
00:06:20Go get them, Malik.
00:06:22We're rooting for you.
00:06:37Oh, my God.
00:06:39Oh, my God.
00:06:53Who is that?
00:06:55That kid's footwork.
00:06:57His hang time.
00:06:58His explosiveness.
00:06:59That's exactly the kind of player we need.
00:07:13How have I not heard anything about this kid?
00:07:15Who is that kid?
00:07:16Why isn't he on the list?
00:07:19Did some other team bribe you just to hide him from me?
00:07:22No, Mrs. Barnes.
00:07:23He's just some high school dropout.
00:07:26A high school dropout?
00:07:33It's almost like he's flying.
00:07:52Find out who he is.
00:07:54Now.
00:07:58Thank you for your patience, Malik.
00:08:00All final evaluations here are closed and confidential.
00:08:03Now that everything's official, congratulations.
00:08:06Welcome to the Lakers.
00:08:08I'm Madeline Barnes.
00:08:09I'm offering you a rookie contract worth 20 millions a year.
00:08:12How does that sound?
00:08:1320 million for a rookie?
00:08:15That's the highest rookie contract in league history.
00:08:20But this is real, right?
00:08:25Of course it is.
00:08:28I've read your full scouting report, Malik.
00:08:30You're not just a generational talent.
00:08:32You're kind, brave, a real character guy.
00:08:36And with that face, heck, your jerseys are going to sell out in minutes.
00:08:41And rest assured, your contract incentives will reflect that.
00:08:45What are you waiting for?
00:08:47Sign with us, Malik.
00:08:48You know, you're not just this year's number one pick.
00:08:51Malik, you're number one in my heart, too.
00:09:07If you've got any other conditions, just name them.
00:09:10Since the whole Lakers team might end up yours with the way things are going.
00:09:15Mrs. Barnes, I want to build an indoor basketball court in my hometown.
00:09:18Back in Drywell, my teammates and I only have a dirt lot by the road to play on.
00:09:23The guys there are full of talent, but since we don't have the resources, they've never had a fair shot.
00:09:31See?
00:09:31The guy's got a heart of gold.
00:09:33Of course, that won't be a problem.
00:09:34Lila, you'll take the lead on the construction of the court.
00:09:37And please, none of this Mrs. Barnes crap.
00:09:40Call me Madeline.
00:09:41Yeah!
00:09:48Thank you, Madeline.
00:09:49But before I report to the team, is it okay if I take a trip home first?
00:09:53I want to tell my mom the good news in person and thank everyone who supported me.
00:09:57Absolutely.
00:09:58You can fly there in my private jet.
00:10:00Only the best for our new star player.
00:10:02Thank you all.
00:10:03I'll be off then.
00:10:03See you later.
00:10:04Mom, we haven't officially drafted him yet.
00:10:07What if another team tries to punch him while he's gone?
00:10:10You're right.
00:10:11I'll have our G-lead coach pick him up and stay by his side the whole time.
00:10:15Oh, and call the construction crew and make sure they start work on that court pronto.
00:10:19All right.
00:10:19If anyone even tries to take Malik from us, I'll tear them apart myself.
00:10:29Miss Barnes, thank you for choosing my company for the project.
00:10:32I assure you we'll build you a professional-grade, state-of-the-art gym.
00:10:36Hold on.
00:10:38You pick my company because I know the guy the gym's being built for?
00:10:48No way.
00:10:49Could it really be?
00:10:55Thanks, Madeline.
00:10:57Oh, and one more thing.
00:10:58Can we donate a new pair of basketball shoes to every family in my hometown?
00:11:02We'll tell them it's a gift from the Lakers team owner.
00:11:04Absolutely.
00:11:05Oh, my people are going to love that.
00:11:08I'll get started on it right now.
00:11:16That's her.
00:11:17Her son went to the city to play basketball, but he ended up getting arrested for male prostitution.
00:11:22Heard he was selling his body to old ladies.
00:11:26God, what a fuck-up.
00:11:28His mom did everything she could to set him up for success, and he still got sent to the slammer.
00:11:42Oh, I knew I smelled something cheap.
00:11:46Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
00:11:50Oh, I knew I smelled things cheap.
00:11:55Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
00:11:58Isn't that Chase Holloway?
00:11:59I heard the Lakers' G League team signed him after the combine, and now they're donating a gym to our
00:12:06town.
00:12:07Naturally, they picked Chase's dad's company to build it.
00:12:11Wow, this Chase kid's got a bright future.
00:12:14Who knows?
00:12:15Maybe he'll be playing for the Lakers soon.
00:12:29Hi, Malik.
00:12:30I'm Eric Coleman, head coach of the Lakers' G League team.
00:12:33Coach Coleman, it's an honor.
00:12:34Thank you so much for picking me up.
00:12:36It's the least I could do.
00:12:37If you're putting dry well on the map, kid, the folks here should be proud of you.
00:12:41Hey, I'm just a guy who loves to hoop.
00:12:45It's about an hour's drive into town.
00:12:46Ready to hit the road?
00:12:54All right, everyone, I've got some great news.
00:12:56Thanks to the generosity of Lakers owner Madeline Barnes, all of you will be getting a new pair of shoes
00:13:02today.
00:13:03And that's not all.
00:13:04She's also putting $3 million into building us a real basketball gym.
00:13:09Imagine that, our kids playing on a sparkling professional court.
00:13:13And plus, this gym will employ more than half of residents in dry well in desperate need of work.
00:13:18Mrs. Barnes has truly blessed us all.
00:13:21Now, let's get to the shoes.
00:13:23Every household gets a pair.
00:13:26I'll read out the names, so come up when you're called.
00:13:29Ethan Alberston, Morgan Belmont, Chad Samperson, Jalen Tate, Connor Westbrook, Marcus Young.
00:13:41That's it.
00:13:45Father, I didn't hear Moutlik's name.
00:13:48Father, she and her son are a disgrace to all of dry well.
00:13:52People like them deserve to be shamed, not rewarded.
00:13:55Father, Father, in the name of the Lord, I beg you, help me.
00:14:02Malik sold his body to old ladies for a quick buck.
00:14:07The prostitution of any form is both illegal and immoral, and is unworthy of the Lord's blessings, let alone a
00:14:14pair of sneakers.
00:14:16Everyone knows he got locked for doing sacks work for old hags.
00:14:20That's right.
00:14:21Meanwhile, Chase here got signed by the Lakers' G League squad.
00:14:24He's the whole reason they're building the gym and giving us these shoes.
00:14:28He's dry well's real hometown hero.
00:14:30Malik's lucky.
00:14:31He doesn't deserve a cousin like him.
00:14:33Damn.
00:14:34Didn't think Malik would stoop that low.
00:14:36My brother gave Malik money when he left.
00:14:39All for him to end up behind bars.
00:14:41Malik's my son.
00:14:43I know him better than anyone, and he's not who you're saying he is.
00:14:47Everyone who went to the Combine stayed a week, ten days at most.
00:14:51Malik's been gone for over a month.
00:14:53What's he still doing there if not rotting away in some jail cell?
00:14:56Your son breaks the law and disgraces this town, and you've still got the nerve to come ask for a
00:15:01free pair of shoes?
00:15:02What if Mrs. Barnes finds out our town produced a delinquent like Malik and pulls the plug on the gym
00:15:07project?
00:15:08Who's going to take the blame then, huh?
00:15:10I just want to get Malik a pair of shoes.
00:15:12He grew up here just like every other kid, and he's always had a good heart.
00:15:17Sure, we might not be the richest family around, but that doesn't make my son a failure or a criminal.
00:15:23Shut your mouth!
00:15:25Defending that vile boy in front of God like this?
00:15:27Truly shameless!
00:15:28I'll throw those shoes in the trash before I give them to your son!
00:15:35You want the shoes? Fine.
00:15:41Then crawl over here and clean them.
00:15:49Chase, I'm your aunt.
00:15:51Don't pull the ant card.
00:15:53My son plays for the Lakers now.
00:15:55The freaking Lakers donated these shoes because of him.
00:15:58If you want something from our family, you're going to have to beg for it.
00:16:02Well, you want these shoes or not, kneel and shine them clean!
00:16:07Kneel!
00:16:07Kneel!
00:16:08L!
00:16:09L!
00:16:09Kneel!
00:16:12Kneel!
00:16:13Kneel!
00:16:14Kneel!
00:16:15Kneel!
00:16:15Kneel!
00:16:16Kneel!
00:16:16Kneel!
00:16:28Kneel!
00:16:35Coach, could you all hang back for a moment?
00:16:37My mom comes here every Sunday to pray for me.
00:16:38I don't want to overwhelm her with all these people.
00:16:41Okay, then.
00:16:41Go ahead.
00:16:58If Malik made mistakes, then I failed him as his mother.
00:17:03It's my fault.
00:17:05All of it.
00:17:11Shake, shake, shake, shake, shake!
00:17:18Shake, shake, shake!
00:17:31Mom!
00:17:32MOM!
00:17:33Who dared to hurt my mom?
00:18:06Come on!
00:18:08Come on!
00:18:14Malik! Malik!
00:18:16You got it! Draft combine.
00:18:18Special approval.
00:18:21I did it.
00:18:24Hey, where are you going?
00:18:27Tell my mom!
00:18:37What are you doing?
00:18:40Denise, why isn't your arm healed yet?
00:18:41Did you ever see a doctor?
00:18:44It's fine. I'm used to it.
00:18:45I don't want to waste money on treatment.
00:18:47Malik needs it for his combine.
00:18:49Well, that's not my problem, is it?
00:18:51Please, Ben. I'm fine. I won't slow the line down.
00:18:53You won't? You're moving at half speed.
00:18:55And this? What the fuck is this?
00:18:56This place isn't a charity.
00:18:58If you can't pull your weight like everyone else, you're out.
00:19:00We clear?
00:19:04Mom!
00:19:07Mom, great news.
00:19:09They officially let me into the NBA Draft Combine.
00:19:11It starts in two days.
00:19:13I'm gonna get signed, Mom.
00:19:15I'm gonna put Drywell on the mark.
00:19:16I never doubted it, Malik.
00:19:19Not since you were five years old shooting at a milk crane.
00:19:23Malik.
00:19:25Now, listen.
00:19:27How much for the travel?
00:19:28About 800 bucks.
00:19:30I managed to save her.
00:19:32I'll just skip the team hotel.
00:19:34I'll find a hostel or a couch. It's fine, Mom.
00:19:37No.
00:19:38You aren't sharing a room with strangers.
00:19:41You need real sleep if you're gonna play your best.
00:19:44Ma, stop.
00:19:45You're working three jobs.
00:19:47And your arm, I don't want my dream to cost you everything.
00:19:50We only need $200 more.
00:19:52Right?
00:19:53Your uncle, Victor, borrowed $200 last year to get Chase those limited edition sneakers.
00:19:57I'll just get him to pay me back.
00:19:59Let's go find him.
00:20:03Victor?
00:20:04Denise, perfect timing.
00:20:06Chase is heading to the Combine.
00:20:08And as his aunt, the least you can do is pitch in $500 for his new iPhone.
00:20:12He needs to look the part.
00:20:14Vic, I-
00:20:14Come on, Denise!
00:20:16I'll be a win for the whole family!
00:20:18Don't start acting cheap now!
00:20:23Malik's leaving tonight, too, so I was hoping you could pay me back the $200 you borrowed for those shoes.
00:20:29Malik?
00:20:29He didn't even graduate high school.
00:20:32And you think a gutter rat like him's making the NBA?
00:20:35You're fucking delusional!
00:20:36Exactly.
00:20:37The kid hasn't even had a single day of professional training.
00:20:40Why waste money on the Combine when he'll never get drafted?
00:20:43How could you say that?
00:20:44You really think that's all I am?
00:20:46Fine.
00:20:47I'll prove you both wrong.
00:20:48Just watch.
00:20:49I'm gonna be the number one pick.
00:20:51The number one pick?
00:20:53You actually believe that crap?
00:20:55You're begging for $200 just to go get laughed off the court?
00:20:59You're shameless!
00:21:00Damn straight.
00:21:01Now pay up!
00:21:09What the hell is wrong with you guys?
00:21:11You could've hurt her!
00:21:12Please, Victor.
00:21:14That's for Malik's Combine trip.
00:21:16He needs it!
00:21:19When you borrow money, you pay it back.
00:21:21Who steals from the same people they're in debt to?
00:21:25That's way out of line!
00:21:27Watch your mouth, you piece of shit!
00:21:33Whatever. The money's ours now.
00:21:36Who cares what they think?
00:21:37Come on.
00:21:38Let's go buy Chase that new phone.
00:21:43Mom, I'll just not go to the Combine.
00:21:45I'll keep working.
00:21:47Save money to fix your hand.
00:21:48What did you just say?
00:21:59Mom, stop! Stop it! Look at me!
00:22:05Mom.
00:22:06Malik, this world only respects two kinds of people.
00:22:10Those born at the top.
00:22:12And those who fight their way up there.
00:22:14Basketball is your weapon, Malik!
00:22:16So use it!
00:22:17Fight with it!
00:22:18Whatever people say,
00:22:20however hard it gets,
00:22:21you hold onto it and never let it go.
00:22:23But Mom,
00:22:24what about your hand?
00:22:26What are you gonna do while I'm gone for three months?
00:22:28Forget my hand.
00:22:29Even if my whole body stops working,
00:22:31I'll make it to the day you come back.
00:22:37Malik!
00:22:44Malik,
00:22:44I've got some cash saved up from washing cars all these years.
00:22:47Take it.
00:22:48Use it for the Combine.
00:22:51Logan,
00:22:52I thought that was for your wedding.
00:22:54Nah, it's alright, man.
00:22:55We can always postpone it.
00:22:56Linda's gonna roll her eyes at me, but she'll understand.
00:22:59I've been saving my tips from waiting tables.
00:23:02But Andre,
00:23:03what about your tuition?
00:23:05Aren't you playing for Boise State next year?
00:23:08Man, my grades suck.
00:23:09And you've got way more game than I do.
00:23:10I'll stay here in Drywell.
00:23:12Just go get that number one pick for us.
00:23:14Alright?
00:23:20Here's my share, Malik.
00:23:21Coach, where'd you even get this much?
00:23:23Wait, did you sell your pickup truck?
00:23:27That old truck's been with me for 20 years.
00:23:30Carried me through every chapter of my life.
00:23:32And now it's gonna carry you one step closer to your dream.
00:23:35Your mom's right.
00:23:36You gotta go to the Combine.
00:23:37And gotta show those scouts what you got.
00:23:39We all believe in you, Malik.
00:23:45Thank you all so much.
00:23:47Thanks, guys.
00:23:48I'm getting that number one to pick.
00:23:50You should get going.
00:23:53Go make us proud, Malik.
00:23:55I'll be here every Sunday praying for you.
00:24:01Malik!
00:24:04Show them how we do it in Drywell!
00:24:06Go get them, Malik!
00:24:08We're rooting for ya!
00:24:34We're rooting for ya!
00:24:36Oh, my God!
00:24:39Who is that?
00:24:41That kid's footwork.
00:24:42His hang time.
00:24:44His explosiveness.
00:24:45That's exactly the kind of player we need.
00:24:59How have I not heard anything about this kid?
00:25:01Who is that kid?
00:25:02Why isn't he on the list?
00:25:05Did some other team bribe you just to hide him from me?
00:25:08No, Mrs. Barnes.
00:25:10He's just some high school dropout.
00:25:12A high school dropout?
00:25:19It's almost like he's flying.
00:25:38Find out who he is.
00:25:40Now.
00:25:44Thank you for your patience, Malik.
00:25:46All final evaluations here are closed and confidential.
00:25:49Now that everything's official, congratulations.
00:25:52Welcome to the Lakers.
00:25:54I'm Madeline Barnes.
00:25:55I'm offering you a rookie contract worth 20 millions a year.
00:25:58How does that sound?
00:25:5920 million for a rookie?
00:26:01That's the highest rookie contract in league history.
00:26:06But this is real, right?
00:26:11Of course it is.
00:26:14I've read your full scouting report, Malik.
00:26:16You're not just a generational talent.
00:26:18You're kind, brave, a real character guy.
00:26:22And with that face?
00:26:24Heck, your jerseys are going to sell out in minutes.
00:26:27And rest assured, your contract incentives will reflect that.
00:26:31What are you waiting for?
00:26:33Sign with us, Malik.
00:26:34You know, you're not just this year's number one pick.
00:26:41You're number one in my heart, too.
00:26:53If you've got any other conditions, just name them.
00:26:56Since the whole Lakers team might end up yours with the way things are going.
00:27:01Mrs. Barnes, I want to build an indoor basketball court in my hometown.
00:27:05Back in Drywell, my teammates and I only have a dirt lot by the road to play on.
00:27:09The guys there are full of talent, but since we don't have the resources, they've never had a fair shot.
00:27:17See? The guy's got a heart of gold.
00:27:19Of course, that won't be a problem.
00:27:20Lila, you'll take the lead on the construction of the court.
00:27:22And please, none of this Mrs. Barnes crap.
00:27:26Call me Madeline.
00:27:34Thank you, Madeline.
00:27:35But before I report to the team, is it okay if I take a trip home first?
00:27:39I want to tell my mom the good news in person and thank everyone who supported me.
00:27:43Absolutely. You can fly there in my private jet.
00:27:46Only the best for our new star player.
00:27:48Thank you all. I'll be off then. See you later.
00:27:50Mom, we haven't officially drafted him yet.
00:27:53What if another team tries to punch him while he's gone?
00:27:57You're right.
00:27:57I'll have our G-lead coach pick him up and stay by his side the whole time.
00:28:01Oh, and call the construction crew and make sure they start work on that court pronto.
00:28:05Alright. If anyone even tries to take Malik from us, I'll tear them apart myself.
00:28:15Ms. Barnes, thank you for choosing my company for Project.
00:28:17I assure you we'll build you a professional-grade, state-of-the-art gym.
00:28:22Hold on.
00:28:24You pick my company because I know the guy the gym's being built for?
00:28:34No way. Could it really be?
00:28:39No way.
00:28:41Thanks, Madeline.
00:28:43Oh, and one more thing.
00:28:44Can we donate a new pair of basketball shoes to every family in my hometown?
00:28:48We'll tell them it's a gift from the Lakers team owner.
00:28:50Absolutely.
00:28:51Oh, my people are going to love that.
00:28:54I'll get started on it right now.
00:29:02That's her.
00:29:03Her son went to the city to play basketball, but he ended up getting arrested for male prostitution.
00:29:08Heard he was selling his body to old ladies.
00:29:12God, what a fuck-up.
00:29:14His mom did everything she could to set him up for success, and he still got sent to the slammer.
00:29:28Ugh, I knew I smelled something cheap.
00:29:32Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
00:29:36Ugh, I knew I smelled things cheap.
00:29:41Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
00:29:44Isn't that Chase Holloway?
00:29:46I heard the Lakers G League team signed him after the combine, and now they're donating a gym to our
00:29:52town.
00:29:53Naturally, they picked Chase's dad's company to build it.
00:29:57Wow, this Chase kid's got a bright future.
00:30:00Who knows? Maybe he'll be playing for the Lakers soon.
00:30:15I'm Malik, I'm Eric Coleman, head coach of the Lakers G League team.
00:30:19Coach Coleman, it's an honor.
00:30:21Thank you so much for picking me up.
00:30:22It's the least I could do.
00:30:23If you're putting dry well on the map, kid, the folks here should be proud of you.
00:30:27Hey, I'm just a guy who loves to hoop.
00:30:31It's about an hour's drive into town.
00:30:32Ready to hit the road?
00:30:40All right, everyone, I've got some great news.
00:30:42Thanks to the generosity of Lakers owner Madeline Barnes, all of you were getting a new pair of shoes today.
00:30:49And that's not all.
00:30:50She's also putting $3,000 into building us a real basketball gym.
00:30:55Imagine that, our kid's playing on a sparkling professional court.
00:30:59And plus, this gym will employ more than half of residents in dry well in desperate need of work.
00:31:04Mrs. Barnes has truly blessed us all.
00:31:08Now let's get to the shoes.
00:31:10Every household gets a pair.
00:31:12I'll read out the names, so come up when you're called.
00:31:15Ethan Alberston, Morgan Belmont, Chad Samperson.
00:31:20Jalen Tate.
00:31:23Connor Westbrook.
00:31:25Marcus Young.
00:31:27That's it.
00:31:31Father, I didn't hear Malik's name.
00:31:35Father, she and her son are a disgrace to all of dry well.
00:31:38People like them deserve to be shamed, not rewarded.
00:31:41Father, in the name of the Lord, I beg you, help me.
00:31:48Malik sold his body to old ladies for a quick buck.
00:31:54The prostitution of any form is both illegal and immoral, and is unworthy of the Lord's blessings, let alone a
00:32:00pair of sneakers.
00:32:02Everyone knows he got locked for doing sax work for old hags.
00:32:06That's right.
00:32:07Meanwhile, Chase here got signed by the Lakers' G League squad.
00:32:11He's the whole reason they're building the gym and giving us these shoes.
00:32:14He's dry well's real hometown hero.
00:32:16Malik's lucky.
00:32:17He doesn't deserve a cousin like him.
00:32:20Damn.
00:32:20Didn't think Malik would stoop that low.
00:32:22My brother gave Malik money when he left.
00:32:25All for him to end up behind bars.
00:32:27Malik's my son.
00:32:29I know him better than anyone, and he's not who you're saying he is!
00:32:33Everyone who went to the Combine stayed a week, ten days at most.
00:32:37Malik's been gone for over a month.
00:32:39What's he still doing there if not rotting away in some jail cell?
00:32:42Your son breaks the law and disgraces this town, and you've still got the nerve to come ask for a
00:32:47free pair of shoes?
00:32:48What if Mrs. Barnes finds out our town produced a delinquent like Malik and pulls the plug on the gym
00:32:53project?
00:32:54Who's going to take the blame then, huh?
00:32:56I just want to get Malik a pair of shoes.
00:32:58He grew up here just like every other kid, and he's always had a good heart.
00:33:03Sure, we might not be the richest family around, but that doesn't make my son a failure or a criminal!
00:33:09Shut your mouth!
00:33:11Defending that vile boy in front of God like this? Truly shameless!
00:33:14I'll throw those shoes in the trash before I give them to your son!
00:33:21You want the shoes? Fine.
00:33:27Then crawl over here and clean them.
00:33:35Chase, I'm your aunt.
00:33:37Don't pull the ant card. My son plays for the Lakers now.
00:33:42The freaking Lakers donated these shoes because of him.
00:33:45If you want something from our family, you're going to have to beg for it.
00:33:48Well, you want these shoes or not?
00:33:51Kneel and shine them clean!
00:33:52Kneel! Kneel! Kneel! Kneel! Kneel! Kneel! Kneel! Kneel! Kneel!
00:34:21Coach, could you all hang back for a moment?
00:34:23My mom comes here every Sunday to pray for me.
00:34:24I don't want to overwhelm her with all these people.
00:34:27Okay, then.
00:34:28Go ahead.
00:34:44If Malik made mistakes, then I failed him as his mother.
00:34:49It's my fault.
00:34:51All of it.
00:34:57Shake!
00:34:59Shake!
00:35:00Shake!
00:35:01Shake!
00:35:04Shake!
00:35:05Shake!
00:35:07Move!
00:35:16Mom!
00:35:19Who dared to hurt my mom?
00:35:22Tom!
00:36:00Malik! Malik! You got it! Draft combine, special approval. I did it. Hey, where are you going? Tell my mom!
00:36:23What are you doing? Denise, why isn't your arm healed yet? Did you ever see a doctor?
00:36:30It's fine. I'm used to it. I don't want to waste money on treatment. Malik needs it for his combine.
00:36:35Well, that's not my problem, is it? Please, Ben. I'm fine. I won't slow the line down.
00:36:39You won't? You're moving at half speed. And this? What the fuck is this? This place isn't a charity.
00:36:44If you can't pull your weight like everyone else, you're out. We clear?
00:36:51Mom! Mom, great news. They officially let me into the NBA Draft Combine. It starts in two days.
00:36:59I'm going to get signed, Mom. I'm going to put Drywell on the mark.
00:37:03I never doubted it, Malik. Not since you were five years old shooting at a milk crane. Malik.
00:37:11Now, listen. How much for the travel?
00:37:14About 800 bucks. I managed to save it. I'll just skip the team hotel. I'll find a hostel or a
00:37:22couch. It's fine, Mom.
00:37:23No. You aren't sharing a room with strangers. You need real sleep if you're going to play your best.
00:37:30Ma, stop. You're working three jobs. In your arm, I don't want my dream to cost you everything.
00:37:35We only need $200 more. Right? Your uncle, Victor, borrowed $200 last year to get Chase those limited edition sneakers.
00:37:43I'll just get him to pay me back. Let's go find him.
00:37:49Victor?
00:37:51Denise, perfect timing. Chase is heading to the Combine.
00:37:54And as his aunt, the least you can do is pitch in $500 for his new iPhone. He needs to
00:37:59look the part.
00:38:00Vic, I...
00:38:01Come on, Denise!
00:38:01I'll be a win for the whole family! Don't start acting cheap now!
00:38:09Malik's leaving tonight, too, so I was hoping you could pay me back the $200 you borrowed for those shoes.
00:38:15Malik? He didn't even graduate high school. And you think a gutter rat like him's making the NBA? You're fucking
00:38:21delusional!
00:38:22Exactly. The kid hasn't even had a single day of professional training. Why waste money on the Combine when he'll
00:38:28never get drafted?
00:38:29How could you say that? You really think that's all I am? Fine. I'll prove you both wrong. Just watch.
00:38:35I'm gonna be the number one pick.
00:38:37The number one pick? You actually believe that crap? You're begging for $200 just to go get laughed off the
00:38:44court?
00:38:45You're shameless!
00:38:46Damn straight. Now pay up!
00:38:55What the hell is wrong with you guys? You could have hurt her!
00:38:58Please, Victor. That's for Malik's Combine trip. He needs it!
00:39:05When you borrow money, you pay it back.
00:39:07Who steals from the same people they're in debt to? That's way out of line!
00:39:13Watch your mouth, you piece of shit!
00:39:19Whatever. The money's ours now. Who cares what they think?
00:39:23Come on. Let's go by Chase that new phone.
00:39:29Mom, I'll just not go to the Combine. I'll keep working. Save money to fix your hand.
00:39:35What did you just say?
00:39:45Mom, stop! Stop it! Look at me!
00:39:51Mom.
00:39:52Malik, this world only respects two kinds of people. Those born at the top. And those who fight their way
00:39:59up there. Basketball is your weapon, Malik. So use it! Fight with it! Whatever people say, however hard it gets,
00:40:07you hold on to it and never let it go.
00:40:09But Mom, what about your hand? What are you going to do while I'm gone for three months?
00:40:14Forget my hand. Even if my whole body stops working. I'll make it to the day you come back.
00:40:23Malik! Malik, I've got some cash saved up from washing cars all these years. Take it. Use it for the
00:40:35Combine.
00:40:38Logan, I thought that was for your wedding.
00:40:40Nah, it's alright, man. We can always postpone it. Linda's going to roll her eyes at me, but she'll understand.
00:40:46I've been saving my tips from waiting tables.
00:40:48But Andre, what about your tuition? Aren't you playing for Boise State next year?
00:40:54Man, my grades suck. And you've got way more game than I do. I'll stay here in Drywall. Just go
00:40:58get that number one pick for us, alright?
00:41:06Here's my share, Malik.
00:41:07Coach, where'd you even get this much? Wait, did you sell your pickup truck?
00:41:13That old truck's been with me for 20 years. Carried me through every chapter of my life.
00:41:18And now it's going to carry you one step closer to your dream.
00:41:21Your mom's right. You've got to go to the Combine. And you've got to show those scouts what you've got.
00:41:26We all believe in you, Malik.
00:41:28Thank you. Thank you all so much.
00:41:33Thanks, guys.
00:41:33I'm getting that number one to pick.
00:41:36You should get going.
00:41:39Go make us proud, Malik.
00:41:41I'll be here every Sunday praying for you.
00:41:47Malik!
00:41:50Show them how we do it in Drywall.
00:41:52Go get them, Malik.
00:41:54We're rooting for you.
00:41:56We're rooting for you.
00:42:22Oh, my God.
00:42:24Who is that?
00:42:26That kid's footwork.
00:42:29His hang time.
00:42:30His explosiveness.
00:42:32That's exactly the kind of player we need.
00:42:45How have I not heard anything about this kid?
00:42:47Who is that kid?
00:42:48Why isn't he on the list?
00:42:51Did some other team bribe you just to hide him from me?
00:42:54No, Mrs. Barnes.
00:42:56He's just some high school dropout.
00:42:58A high school dropout?
00:43:05It's almost like he's flying.
00:43:24Find out who he is.
00:43:26Now.
00:43:30Thank you for your patience, Malik.
00:43:32All final evaluations here are closed and confidential.
00:43:35Now that everything's official, congratulations.
00:43:38Welcome to the Lakers.
00:43:40I'm Madeline Barnes.
00:43:41I'm offering you a rookie contract worth 20 millions a year.
00:43:44How does that sound?
00:43:4520 million for a rookie?
00:43:47That's the highest rookie contract in league history.
00:43:52But this is real, right?
00:43:57Of course it is.
00:44:00I've read your full scouting report, Malik.
00:44:02You're not just a generational talent.
00:44:04You're kind, brave, a real character guy.
00:44:08And with that face?
00:44:10Heck, your jerseys are going to sell out in minutes.
00:44:13And rest assured, your contract incentives will reflect that.
00:44:17What are you waiting for?
00:44:19Sign with us, Malik.
00:44:20You know, you're not just this year's number one pick.
00:44:27You're number one in my heart, too.
00:44:39If you've got any other conditions, just name them.
00:44:42Since the whole Lakers team might end up yours with the way things are going.
00:44:47Mrs. Barnes, I want to build an indoor basketball court in my hometown.
00:44:51Back in Drywell, my teammates and I only have a dirt lot by the road to play on.
00:44:55The guys there are full of talent, but since we don't have the resources, they've never had a fair shot.
00:45:03See? The guy's got a heart of gold.
00:45:05Of course, that won't be a problem.
00:45:07Lila, you'll take the lead on the construction of the court.
00:45:09And please, none of this Mrs. Barnes crap.
00:45:12Call me Madeline.
00:45:20Thank you, Madeline.
00:45:21But before I report to the team, is it okay if I take in a trip home first?
00:45:25I want to tell my mom the good news in person and thank everyone who supported me.
00:45:29Absolutely.
00:45:30You can fly there in my private jet.
00:45:32Only the best for our new star player.
00:45:34Thank you all.
00:45:35I'll be off then.
00:45:35See you later.
00:45:37Mom, we haven't officially drafted him yet.
00:45:39What if another team tries to punch him while he's gone?
00:45:43You're right.
00:45:44I'll have our G-lead coach pick him up and stay by his side the whole time.
00:45:47Oh, and call the construction crew and make sure they start work on that court pronto.
00:45:51All right.
00:45:52If anyone even tries to take Malik from us, I'll tear them apart myself.
00:46:01Miss Barnes, thank you for choosing my company for Project.
00:46:04I assure you we'll build you a professional-grade, state-of-the-art gym.
00:46:08Hold on.
00:46:10You picked my company because I know the guy the gym's being built for?
00:46:20No way.
00:46:21Could it really be?
00:46:27Thanks, Madeline.
00:46:29Oh, and one more thing.
00:46:30Can we donate a new pair of basketball shoes to every family in my hometown?
00:46:34We'll tell them it's a gift from the Lakers team owner.
00:46:36Absolutely.
00:46:37Oh, my people are going to love that.
00:46:40I'll get started on it right now.
00:46:48That's her.
00:46:49Her son went to the city to play basketball, but he ended up getting arrested for male prostitution.
00:46:54Heard he was selling his body to old ladies.
00:46:58God, what a fuck-up.
00:47:00His mom did everything she could to set him up for success, and he still got sent to the slammer.
00:47:14Oh, I knew I smelled something cheap.
00:47:18Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
00:47:22Oh, I knew I smelled things cheap.
00:47:27Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
00:47:30Isn't that Chase Holloway?
00:47:32I heard the Lakers' G League team signed him after the combine, and now they're donating a gym to our
00:47:38town.
00:47:39Naturally, they picked Chase's dad's company to build it.
00:47:43Wow, this Chase kid's got a bright future.
00:47:46Who knows?
00:47:47Maybe he'll be playing for the Lakers soon.
00:48:01Hi, Malik.
00:48:02I'm Eric Coleman, head coach of the Lakers' G League team.
00:48:05Coach Coleman, it's an honor.
00:48:06Thank you so much for picking me up.
00:48:08It's the least I could do.
00:48:09If you're putting dry well on the map, kid, the folks here should be proud of you.
00:48:13Hey, I'm just a guy who loves to hoop.
00:48:17It's about an hour's drive into town.
00:48:19Ready to hit the road?
00:48:26All right, everyone, I've got some great news.
00:48:28Thanks to the generosity of Lakers owner Madeline Barnes, all of you were getting a new pair of shoes today.
00:48:34And that's not all.
00:48:36And that's not all.
00:48:37She's also putting $3 million into building us a real basketball gym.
00:48:41Imagine that, our kids playing on a sparkling professional court.
00:48:44And plus, this gym will employ more than half of residents in dry well in desperate need of work.
00:48:51Mrs. Barnes has truly blessed us all.
00:48:54Now let's get to the shoes.
00:48:56Every household gets a pair.
00:48:58I'll read out the names, so come up when you're called.
00:48:59Ethan Alberston, Morgan Belmont, Chad Samperson, Jalen Tate, Connor Westbrook, Marcus Young.
00:49:13That's it.
00:49:17Father, I didn't hear Malik's name.
00:49:21Father, she and her son are a disgrace to all of dry well.
00:49:24People like them deserve to be shamed, not rewarded.
00:49:27Father, in the name of the Lord, I beg you, help me.
00:49:35Malik sold his body to old ladies for a quick buck.
00:49:40The prostitution of any form is both illegal and immoral, and is unworthy of the Lord's blessings, let alone a
00:49:46pair of sneakers.
00:49:48Everyone knows he got locked for doing sacks work for old hags.
00:49:52That's right.
00:49:53Meanwhile, Chase here got signed by the Lakers' G League squad.
00:49:57He's the whole reason they're building the gym and giving us these shoes.
00:50:00He's dry well's real hometown hero.
00:50:02Malik's lucky.
00:50:03He doesn't deserve a cousin like him.
00:50:05Damn.
00:50:06Didn't think Malik would stoop that low.
00:50:08My brother gave Malik money when he left.
00:50:11All for him to end up behind bars.
00:50:13Malik's my son.
00:50:15I know him better than anyone, and he's not who you're saying he is.
00:50:19Everyone who went to the Combine stayed a week, ten days at most.
00:50:23Malik's been gone for over a month.
00:50:25What's he still doing there if not rotting away in some jail cell?
00:50:28Your son breaks the law and disgraces this town, and you've still got the nerve to come ask for a
00:50:33free pair of shoes?
00:50:34What if Mrs. Barnes finds out our town produced a delinquent like Malik and pulls the plug on the gym
00:50:39project?
00:50:40Who's going to take the blame then, huh?
00:50:42I just want to get Malik a pair of shoes.
00:50:45He grew up here just like every other kid, and he's always had a good heart.
00:50:49Sure, we might not be the richest family around, but that doesn't make my son a failure or a criminal.
00:50:55Shut your mouth!
00:50:57Defending that vile boy in front of God like this?
00:50:59Truly shameless!
00:51:01I'll throw those shoes in the trash before I give them to your son!
00:51:07You want the shoes?
00:51:09Fine.
00:51:13Then crawl over here and clean them.
00:51:21Chase, I'm your aunt.
00:51:24Don't pull the ant card.
00:51:25My son plays for the Lakers now.
00:51:28The freaking Lakers donated these shoes because of him.
00:51:31If you want something from our family, you're going to have to beg for it.
00:51:34Well, you want these shoes or not, kneel and shine them clean!
00:51:39Kneel!
00:51:39Kneel!
00:51:40L-L!
00:51:42Kneel!
00:51:43Kneel!
00:51:45Kneel!
00:51:46Kneel!
00:51:47Kneel!
00:51:47Kneel!
00:52:07Coach, could you all hang back for a moment?
00:52:09My mom comes here every Sunday to pray for me.
00:52:10I don't want to overwhelm her with all these people.
00:52:13Okay then, go ahead.
00:52:21Lick the shoes!
00:52:23Lick the shoes!
00:52:24Lick the shoes!
00:52:26Lick the shoes!
00:52:30If Malik made mistakes, then I failed him as his mother.
00:52:36It's my fault.
00:52:37All of it.
00:52:44Shake!
00:52:45Shake!
00:52:46Shake!
00:52:47Shake!
00:52:49Shake!
00:52:50Shake!
00:52:51Shake!
00:52:52Shake!
00:52:52Shake!
00:52:54Lick the shoes!
00:52:55Lick the shoes!
00:52:57Lick the shoes!
00:53:03Mom!
00:53:05Who dared to hurt my mom?!
00:53:46Malik, Malik, you got it, Draft Combine, special approval, I did it.
00:53:57Hey, where are you going? Tell my mom!
00:54:09What are you doing? Denise, why isn't your arm healed yet? Did you ever see a doctor?
00:54:16It's fine, I'm used to it. I don't want to waste money on treatment. Malik needs it for his Combine.
00:54:21Well, that's not my problem, is it? Please, Ben, I'm fine. I won't slow the line down.
00:54:25If you won't, you're moving at half speed. And this, what the fuck is this?
00:54:28This place isn't a charity. If you can't pull your weight like everyone else, you're out. We clear?
00:54:37Mom!
00:54:40Mom, great news. They officially let me into the NBA Draft Combine. It starts in two days.
00:54:45I'm going to get signed, Mom. I'm going to put Drywell on the mark.
00:54:48I never doubted it, Malik. Not since you were five years old shooting at a milk crane. Malik, now, listen.
00:54:59How much for the travel?
00:55:01About 800 bucks. I managed to save for it. I'll just skip the team hotel. I'll find a hostel or
00:55:07a couch. It's fine, Mom.
00:55:08Mom. No. You aren't sharing a room with strangers. You need real sleep if you're going to play your best.
00:55:16Ma, stop. You're working three jobs. And your arm, I don't want my dream to cost you everything.
00:55:21We only need $200 more. Right? Your uncle, Victor, borrowed $200 last year to get Chase those limited edition sneakers.
00:55:30I'll just get him to pay me back. Let's go find him.
00:55:36Victor?
00:55:37Denise, perfect timing. Chase is heading to the Combine. And as his aunt, the least you can do is pitch
00:55:42in $500 for his new iPhone. He needs to look the part.
00:55:46Vic, I...
00:55:47Come on, Denise!
00:55:48I'll be a win for the whole family! Don't start acting cheap now!
00:55:55Malik's leaving tonight, too, so I was hoping you could pay me back the $200 you borrowed for those shoes.
00:56:01Malik?
00:56:02He didn't even graduate high school. And you think a gutter rat like him's making the NBA? You're fucking delusional!
00:56:08Exactly. The kid hasn't even had a single day of professional training. Why waste money on the Combine when he'll
00:56:14never get drafted?
00:56:15How could you say that? You really think that's all I am? Fine. I'll prove you both wrong. Just watch.
00:56:21I'm going to be the number one pick.
00:56:23The number one pick? You actually believe that crap? You're begging for $200 just to go get laughed off the
00:56:30court?
00:56:30You're shameless!
00:56:32Damn straight. Now pay up!
00:56:42What the hell is wrong with you guys? You could have hurt her!
00:56:44Please, Victor. That's for Malik's Combine trip. He needs it!
00:56:51When you borrow money, you pay it back. Who steals from the same people they're in debt to? That's way
00:56:58out of line.
00:57:00Watch your mouth, you piece of shit!
00:57:06Whatever. The money's ours now. Who cares what they think?
00:57:09Come on. Let's go by Chase that new phone.
00:57:15Mom, I'll just not go to the Combine. I'll keep working. Save money to fix your hand.
00:57:21What did you just say?
00:57:24What did you just say?
00:57:31Mom, stop! Stop it! Look at me!
00:57:37Mom.
00:57:38Malik, this world only respects two kinds of people.
00:57:42Those born at the top.
00:57:44And those who fight their way up there.
00:57:46Basketball is your weapon, Malik.
00:57:48So use it! Fight with it!
00:57:50Whatever people say, however hard it gets, you hold on to it and never let it go.
00:57:55But Mom, what about your hand? What are you going to do while I'm gone for three months?
00:58:00Forget my hand. Even if my whole body stops working, I'll make it to the day you come back.
00:58:10Malik!
00:58:16Malik, I've got some cash saved up from washing cars all these years.
00:58:19Take it. Use it for the Combine.
00:58:24Logan, I thought that was for your wedding.
00:58:26Nah, it's alright, man. We can always postpone it.
00:58:29Linda's going to roll her eyes at me, but she'll understand.
00:58:32I've been saving my tips from waiting tables.
00:58:34But Andre, what about your tuition?
00:58:37Aren't you playing for Boise State next year?
00:58:40Man, my grades suck.
00:58:41And you've got way more game than I do.
00:58:42I'll stay here in Drywell.
00:58:44Just go get that number one pick for us.
00:58:46Alright?
00:58:52Here's my share, Malik.
00:58:53Coach, where'd you even get this much?
00:58:55Wait, did you sell your pickup truck?
00:58:59That old truck's been with me for 20 years.
00:59:02Carried me through every chapter of my life.
00:59:04And now it's going to carry you one step closer to your dream.
00:59:07Your mom's right.
00:59:08You've got to go to the Combine.
00:59:09And you've got to show those scouts what you've got.
00:59:12We all believe in you, Malik.
00:59:17Thank you all so much.
00:59:19Thanks, guys.
00:59:20I'm getting that number one to pick.
00:59:22You should get going.
00:59:25Go make us proud, Malik.
00:59:27I'll be here every Sunday praying for you.
00:59:33Malik!
00:59:36Show them how we do it in Drywell.
00:59:38Go get them, Malik.
00:59:40We're rooting for you.
01:00:06Oh, my God.
01:00:11Who is that?
01:00:13That kid's footwork.
01:00:15His hang time, his explosiveness.
01:00:18That's exactly the kind of player we need.
01:00:31How have I not heard anything about this kid?
01:00:33Who is that kid?
01:00:34Why isn't he on the list?
01:00:37Did some other team bribe you just to hide him from me?
01:00:40No, Mrs. Barnes.
01:00:42He's just some high school dropout.
01:00:44A high school dropout?
01:00:51It's almost like he's flying.
01:01:11Find out who he is.
01:01:12Now.
01:01:16Thank you for your patience, Malik.
01:01:18All final evaluations here are closed and confidential.
01:01:21Now that everything's official, congratulations.
01:01:24Welcome to the Lakers.
01:01:26I'm Madeline Barnes.
01:01:27I'm offering you a rookie contract worth 20 millions a year.
01:01:30How does that sound?
01:01:3120 million for a rookie?
01:01:33That's the highest rookie contract in league history.
01:01:38But this is real, right?
01:01:43Of course it is.
01:01:46I've read your full scouting report, Malik.
01:01:48You're not just a generational talent.
01:01:50You're kind, brave, a real character guy.
01:01:54And with that face, heck, your jerseys are going to sell out in minutes.
01:01:59And rest assured, your contract incentives will reflect that.
01:02:04What are you waiting for?
01:02:05Sign with us, Malik.
01:02:07You know, you're not just this year's number one pick.
01:02:13You're number one in my heart, too.
01:02:25If you've got any other conditions, just name them.
01:02:28Since the whole Lakers team might end up yours with the way things are going.
01:02:33Mrs. Barnes, I want to build an indoor basketball court in my hometown.
01:02:37Back in Drywell, my teammates and I only have a dirt lot by the road to play on.
01:02:41The guys there are full of talent, but since we don't have the resources, they've never had a fair shot.
01:02:49See?
01:02:49The guy's got a heart of gold.
01:02:51Of course, that won't be a problem.
01:02:53Lila, you'll take the lead on the construction of the court.
01:02:55And please, none of this Mrs. Barnes crap.
01:02:58Call me Madeline.
01:03:06Thank you, Madeline.
01:03:07But before I report to the team, is it okay if I take in a trip home first?
01:03:11I want to tell my mom the good news in person and thank everyone who supported me.
01:03:15Absolutely.
01:03:16You can fly there in my private jet.
01:03:18Only the best for our new star player.
01:03:20Thank you all.
01:03:21I'll be off then.
01:03:21See you later.
01:03:23Mom, we haven't officially drafted him yet.
01:03:25What if another team tries to punch him while he's gone?
01:03:29You're right.
01:03:30I'll have our G-lead coach pick him up and stay by his side the whole time.
01:03:33Oh, and call the construction crew and make sure they start work on that court pronto.
01:03:37All right.
01:03:38If anyone even tries to take Malik from us, I'll tear them apart myself.
01:03:47Miss Barnes, thank you for choosing my company for project.
01:03:50I assure you we'll build you a professional-grade, state-of-the-art gym.
01:03:54Hold on.
01:03:56You pick my company because I know the guy the gym's being built for?
01:04:06No way.
01:04:07Could it really be?
01:04:14Thanks, Madeline.
01:04:15Oh, and one more thing.
01:04:16Can we donate a new pair of basketball shoes to every family in my hometown?
01:04:20We'll tell them it's a gift from the Lakers team owner.
01:04:22Absolutely.
01:04:24Oh, my people are going to love that.
01:04:26I'll get started on it right now.
01:04:34That's her.
01:04:35Her son went to the city to play basketball, but he ended up getting arrested for male prostitution.
01:04:40Heard he was selling his body to old ladies.
01:04:45God, what a fuck-up.
01:04:46His mom did everything she could to set him up for success, and he still got sent to the slammer.
01:05:00Oh, I knew I smelled something cheap.
01:05:04Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
01:05:08Oh, I knew I smelled something cheap.
01:05:13Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
01:05:16Isn't that Chase Holloway?
01:05:18I heard the Lakers' G League team signed him after the combine, and now they're donating a gym to our
01:05:24town.
01:05:25Naturally, they picked Chase's dad's company to build it.
01:05:29Wow, this Chase kid's got a bright future.
01:05:32Who knows?
01:05:33Maybe he'll be playing for the Lakers soon.
01:05:47Hi, Malik.
01:05:48I'm Eric Coleman, head coach of the Lakers' G League team.
01:05:51Coach Coleman, it's an honor.
01:05:52Thank you so much for picking me up.
01:05:54It's the least I could do.
01:05:55If you're putting Drywell on the map, kid, the folks here should be proud of you.
01:05:59Hey, I'm just a guy who loves to hoop.
01:06:03It's about an hour's drive into town.
01:06:05Ready to hit the road?
01:06:12All right, everyone, I've got some great news.
01:06:15Thanks to the generosity of Lakers owner Madeline Barnes, all of you were getting a new pair of shoes today.
01:06:20And that's not all.
01:06:22She's also putting $3 million into building us a real basketball gym.
01:06:27Imagine that, our kids playing on a sparkling professional court.
01:06:31And plus, this gym will employ more than half of residents in Drywell in desperate need of work.
01:06:37Mrs. Barnes has truly blessed us all.
01:06:40Now let's get to the shoes.
01:06:42Every household gets a pair.
01:06:44I'll read out the names, so come up when you're called.
01:06:46Ethan Alberston, Morgan Belmont, Chad Samperson, Jalen Tate, Connor Westbrook, Marcus Young.
01:06:59That's it.
01:07:03Father, I didn't hear Malik's name.
01:07:07Father, she and her son are a disgrace to all of Drywell.
01:07:10People like them deserve to be shamed, not rewarded.
01:07:13Father, in the name of the Lord, I beg you, help me.
01:07:21Malik sold his body to old ladies for a quick buck.
01:07:26Malik, prostitution of any form is both illegal and immoral, and is unworthy of the Lord's blessings, let alone a
01:07:32pair of sneakers.
01:07:34Everyone knows he got locked for doing sacks work for old hags.
01:07:38That's right.
01:07:39Meanwhile, Chase here got signed by the Lakers' G League squad.
01:07:43He's the whole reason they're building the gym and giving us these shoes.
01:07:46He's Drywell's real hometown hero.
01:07:48Malik's lucky.
01:07:49He doesn't deserve a cousin like him.
01:07:51Damn, didn't think Malik would stoop that low.
01:07:54My brother gave Malik money when he left.
01:07:57All for him to end up behind bars.
01:08:00Malik's my son.
01:08:01I know him better than anyone, and he's not who you're saying he is.
01:08:05Everyone who went to the Combine stayed a week, ten days at most.
01:08:09Malik's been gone for over a month.
01:08:11What's he still doing there if not rotting away in some jail cell?
01:08:14Your son breaks the law and disgraces this town,
01:08:17and you've still got the nerve to come ask for a free pair of shoes?
01:08:20What if Mrs. Barnes finds out our town produced a delinquent like Malik
01:08:24and pulls the plug on the gym project?
01:08:26Who's going to take the blame then, huh?
01:08:28I just want to get Malik a pair of shoes.
01:08:31He grew up here just like every other kid, and he's always had a good heart.
01:08:35Sure, we might not be the richest family around,
01:08:38but that doesn't make my son a failure or a criminal.
01:08:41Shut your mouth!
01:08:43Defending that vile boy in front of God like this?
01:08:46Truly shameless!
01:08:47I'll throw those shoes in the trash before I give them to your son!
01:08:53You want the shoes?
01:08:55Fine.
01:08:59Then crawl over here and clean them.
01:09:07Chase, I'm your aunt.
01:09:09Don't pull the aunt card.
01:09:11My son plays for the Lakers now.
01:09:13The freaking Lakers donated these shoes because of him.
01:09:17If you want something from our family, you're going to have to beg for it.
01:09:20Well, you want these shoes or not,
01:09:23kneel and shine them clean.
01:09:25Kneel!
01:09:26Kneel!
01:09:26L-L!
01:09:28Kneel!
01:09:29Kneel!
01:09:31Kneel!
01:09:32Kneel!
01:09:33Kneel!
01:09:33Kneel!
01:09:34Kneel!
01:09:38Kneel!
01:09:45Kneel!
01:09:46Kneel!
01:09:47Kneel!
01:09:48Kneel!
01:09:51Kneel!
01:09:52Kneel!
01:09:53Kneel!
01:09:54Coach, could you all hang back for a moment?
01:09:55My mom comes here every Sunday to pray for me.
01:09:56I don't want to overwhelm her with all these people.
01:09:59Okay, then.
01:10:00Go ahead.
01:10:16If Malik made mistakes, then I failed him as his mother.
01:10:22It's my fault.
01:10:24All of it.
01:10:25All of it.
01:10:29Shake!
01:10:31Shake!
01:10:32Shake!
01:10:33Shake!
01:10:36Shake!
01:10:37Shake!
01:10:38Shake!
01:10:49Mom!
01:10:51Who dared to hurt my mom?
01:10:55Mom!
01:11:32Malik! Malik! You got it! Draft Combine. Special approval. I did it. Hey, where are you going? Tell my mom!
01:11:55What are you doing?
01:11:58Denise, why isn't your arm healed yet? Did you ever see a doctor?
01:12:02It's fine. I'm used to it. I don't want to waste money on treatment. Malik needs it for his Combine.
01:12:07Well, that's not my problem, is it?
01:12:09Please, Ben. I'm fine. I won't slow the line down.
01:12:11You won't? You're moving at half speed. And this? What the fuck is this? This place isn't a charity.
01:12:16If you can't pull your weight like everyone else, you're out. We clear?
01:12:18Here? Mom!
01:12:26Mom, great news. They officially let me into the NBA Draft Combine. It starts in two days.
01:12:31I'm going to get signed, Mom. I'm going to put Drywell on the mark.
01:12:34I never doubted it, Malik. Not since you were five years old shooting at a milk crane. Malik.
01:12:43Now, listen. How much for the travel?
01:12:47About 800 bucks. I managed to save it. I'll just skip the team hotel. I'll find a hostel or a
01:12:54couch. It's fine, Mom.
01:12:55Mom. No. You aren't sharing a room with strangers. You need real sleep if you're going to play your best.
01:13:02Ma, stop. You're working three jobs. In your arm, I don't want my dream to cost you everything.
01:13:08We only need $200 more. Right? Your uncle, Victor, borrowed $200 last year to get Chase those limited edition sneakers.
01:13:16I'll just get him to pay me back. Let's go find him.
01:13:22Victor?
01:13:22Victor? Denise. Perfect timing. Chase is heading to the Combine. And as his aunt, the least you can do is
01:13:28pitch in $500 for his new iPhone. He needs to look the part.
01:13:32Vic, I...
01:13:33Come on, Denise!
01:13:34I'll be a win for the whole family! Don't start acting cheap now!
01:13:41Malik's leaving tonight, too, so I was hoping you could pay me back the $200 you borrowed for those shoes.
01:13:47Malik? He didn't even graduate high school.
01:13:50And you think a gutter rat like him's making the NBA? You're fucking delusional!
01:13:55Exactly. The kid hasn't even had a single day of professional training.
01:13:58Why waste money on the Combine when he'll never get drafted?
01:14:02How could you say that? You really think that's all I am?
01:14:04Fine. I'll prove you both wrong. Just watch. I'm gonna be the number one pick.
01:14:09The number one pick? You actually believe that crap?
01:14:13You're begging for $200 just to go get laughed off the court?
01:14:17You're shameless!
01:14:18Damn straight. Now pay up!
01:14:28What the hell is wrong with you guys? You could have hurt her!
01:14:30Please, Victor. That's for Malik's Combine trip. He needs it!
01:14:37When you borrow money, you pay it back.
01:14:39Who steals from the same people they're in debt to?
01:14:44That's way out of line.
01:14:46Watch your mouth, you piece of shit.
01:14:52Whatever. The money's ours now.
01:14:54Who cares what they think?
01:14:55Come on. Let's go by Chase that new phone.
01:15:02Mom, I'll just not go to the Combine.
01:15:04I'll keep working.
01:15:05Save money to fix your hand.
01:15:07What did you just say?
01:15:17Mom, stop! Stop it! Look at me!
01:15:23Mom.
01:15:25Malik, this world only respects two kinds of people.
01:15:28Those born at the top.
01:15:30And those who fight their way up there.
01:15:32Basketball is your weapon, Malik.
01:15:34So use it! Fight with it!
01:15:36Whatever people say, however hard it gets, you hold on to it and never let it go.
01:15:41But mom, what about your hand?
01:15:44What are you going to do while I'm gone for three months?
01:15:46Forget my hand.
01:15:47Even if my whole body stops working, I'll make it to the day you come back.
01:15:56Malik!
01:16:02Malik!
01:16:02I've got some cash saved up from washing cars all these years.
01:16:05Take it.
01:16:06Use it for the Combine.
01:16:09Logan.
01:16:10I thought that was for your wedding.
01:16:12Nah, it's alright, man.
01:16:13We can always postpone it.
01:16:15Linda's going to roll her eyes at me, but she'll understand.
01:16:18I've been saving my tips from waiting tables.
01:16:20But Andre, what about your tuition?
01:16:23Aren't you playing for Boise State next year?
01:16:26Man, my grades suck.
01:16:27And you've got way more game than I do.
01:16:29I'll stay here in drywall.
01:16:30Just go get that number one pick for us.
01:16:32Alright?
01:16:38Here's my share, Malik.
01:16:39Coach, where'd you even get this much?
01:16:41Wait, did you stall your pickup truck?
01:16:45That old truck's been with me for 20 years.
01:16:48Carried me through every chapter of my life.
01:16:50And now it's going to carry you one step closer to your dream.
01:16:53Your mom's right.
01:16:54You've got to go to the Combine.
01:16:56And you've got to show those scouts what you've got.
01:16:58We all believe in you, Malik.
01:17:03Thank you all so much.
01:17:05Thanks, guys.
01:17:06I'm getting that number one to pick.
01:17:08Malik, you should get going.
01:17:11Go make us proud, Malik.
01:17:13I'll be here every Sunday, praying for you.
01:17:19Malik!
01:17:22Show them how we do it in drywall.
01:17:25Go get them, Malik.
01:17:26We're rooting for you.
01:17:53Oh, my God.
01:17:56Who is that?
01:17:59That kid's footwork, his hang time, his explosiveness.
01:18:04That's exactly the kind of player we need.
01:18:17How have I not heard anything about this kid?
01:18:19Who is that kid?
01:18:20Why isn't he on the list?
01:18:23Did some other team bribe you just to hide him from me?
01:18:26No, Mrs. Barnes, he's just some high school dropout.
01:18:30A high school dropout?
01:18:37It's almost like he's flying.
01:18:57Find out who he is.
01:18:58Now.
01:19:02Thank you for your patience, Malik.
01:19:04All final evaluations here are closed and confidential.
01:19:07Now that everything's official, congratulations.
01:19:10Welcome to the Lakers.
01:19:12I'm Madeline Barnes.
01:19:13I'm offering you a rookie contract worth 20 millions a year.
01:19:16How does that sound?
01:19:1720 million for a rookie?
01:19:19That's the highest rookie contract in league history.
01:19:22Thank you, but this is real, right?
01:19:29Of course it is.
01:19:32I've read your full scouting report, Malik.
01:19:34You're not just a generational talent.
01:19:37You're kind, brave, a real character guy.
01:19:40And with that face, heck, your jerseys are going to sell out in minutes.
01:19:45And rest assured, your contract incentives will reflect that.
01:19:50What are you waiting for?
01:19:51Sign with us, Malik.
01:19:53You know, you're not just this year's number one pick.
01:19:59You're number one in my heart, too.
01:20:11If you've got any other conditions, just name them.
01:20:14Since the whole Lakers team might end up yours with the way things are going.
01:20:20Mrs. Barnes, I want to build an indoor basketball court in my hometown.
01:20:23Back in Drywell, my teammates and I only have a dirt lot by the road to play on.
01:20:27The guys there are full of talent, but since we don't have the resources, they've never had a fair shot.
01:20:35See, the guy's got a heart of gold.
01:20:37Of course, that won't be a problem.
01:20:39Lila, you'll take the lead on the construction of the court.
01:20:41And please, none of this Mrs. Barnes crap.
01:20:44Call me Madeline.
01:20:52Thank you Madeline, but before I report to the team, is it okay if I take a trip home first?
01:20:57I want to tell my mom the good news in person and thank everyone who supported me.
01:21:01Absolutely.
01:21:02You can fly there in my private jet.
01:21:04Only the best for our new star player.
01:21:07Thank you all.
01:21:07I'll be off then.
01:21:08See you later.
01:21:09Mom, we haven't officially drafted him yet.
01:21:11What if another team tries to punch him while he's gone?
01:21:13No.
01:21:15You're right.
01:21:16I'll have our G-lead coach pick him up and stay by his side the whole time.
01:21:19Oh, and call the construction crew and make sure they start work on that court pronto.
01:21:23Alright.
01:21:24If anyone even tries to take Malik from us, I'll tear them apart myself.
01:21:33Ms. Barnes, thank you for choosing my company for project.
01:21:36I assure you we'll build you a professional-grade, state-of-the-art gym.
01:21:41Hold on.
01:21:42You pick my company because I know the guy the gym's being built for?
01:21:52No way.
01:21:53Could it really be?
01:22:00Thanks, Madeline.
01:22:01Oh, and one more thing.
01:22:02Can we donate a new pair of basketball shoes to every family in my hometown?
01:22:06We'll tell them it's a gift from the Lakers' team owner.
01:22:08Absolutely.
01:22:10Oh, my people are going to love that.
01:22:12I'll get started on it right now.
01:22:20That's her.
01:22:21Her son went to the city to play basketball, but he ended up getting arrested for male prostitution.
01:22:26Heard he was selling his body to old ladies.
01:22:31God, what a fuck-up.
01:22:32His mom did everything she could to set him up for success, and he still got sent to the slammer.
01:22:47I knew I smelled something cheap.
01:22:50Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
01:23:02Isn't that Chase Holloway?
01:23:04I heard the Lakers' G League team signed him after the combine, and now they're donating a gym to our
01:23:10town.
01:23:11Naturally, they picked Chase's dad's company to build it.
01:23:15Wow, this Chase kid's got a bright future.
01:23:18Who knows? Maybe he'll be playing for the Lakers soon.
01:23:33Hi, Malik. I'm Eric Coleman, head coach of the Lakers' G League team.
01:23:37Coach Coleman, it's an honor.
01:23:38Thank you so much for picking me up.
01:23:40It's the least I could do.
01:23:41If you're putting Drywell on the map, kid, the folks here should be proud of you.
01:23:45Hey, I'm just a guy who loves to hoop.
01:23:49It's about an hour's drive into town.
01:23:51Ready to hit the road?
01:23:58All right, everyone, I've got some great news.
01:24:01Thanks to the generosity of Lakers owner Madeline Barnes,
01:24:04all of you were getting a new pair of shoes today.
01:24:06And that's not all.
01:24:09She's also putting three mil dollars into building us a real basketball gym.
01:24:13Imagine that, our kids playing on a sparkling professional court.
01:24:17And plus, this gym will employ more than half of residents in Drywell in desperate need of work.
01:24:22Mrs. Barnes has truly blessed us all.
01:24:26Now, let's get to the shoes.
01:24:28Every household gets a pair.
01:24:30I'll read out the names, so come up when you're called.
01:24:33Ethan Alberston,
01:24:35Morgan Belmont,
01:24:36Chad Samperson,
01:24:38Jalen Tate,
01:24:41Connor Westbrook,
01:24:43Marcus Young.
01:24:45That's it.
01:24:49Father, I didn't hear Malik's name.
01:24:53Father, she and her son are a disgrace to all of Drywell.
01:24:56People like them deserve to be shamed, not rewarded.
01:24:59Father.
01:25:00Father, in the name of the Lord, I beg you.
01:25:03Help me.
01:25:07Malik sold his body to old ladies for a quick buck.
01:25:12The prostitution of any form is both illegal and immoral,
01:25:15and is unworthy of the Lord's blessings, let alone a pair of sneakers.
01:25:20Everyone knows he got locked for doing sax work for old hags.
01:25:24That's right.
01:25:26Meanwhile, Chase here got signed by the Lakers' G League squad.
01:25:29He's the whole reason they're building the gym and giving us these shoes.
01:25:32He's Drywell's real hometown hero.
01:25:34Malik's lucky.
01:25:35He doesn't deserve a cousin like him.
01:25:38Damn.
01:25:38Didn't think Malik would stoop that low.
01:25:40My brother gave Malik money when he left.
01:25:43All for him to end up behind bars.
01:25:46Malik's my son.
01:25:47I know him better than anyone,
01:25:48and he's not who you're saying he is.
01:25:51Everyone who went to the Combine stayed a week, ten days at most.
01:25:55Malik's been gone for over a month.
01:25:57What's he still doing there if not rotting away in some jail cell?
01:26:00Your son breaks the law and disgraces this town,
01:26:03and you've still got the nerve to come ask for a free pair of shoes?
01:26:06What if Mrs. Barnes finds out our town produced a delinquent like Malik
01:26:10and pulls the plug on the gym project?
01:26:12Who's going to take the blame then, huh?
01:26:14I just want to get Malik a pair of shoes.
01:26:17He grew up here just like every other kid, and he's always had a good heart.
01:26:21Sure, we might not be the richest family around,
01:26:24but that doesn't make my son a failure or a criminal!
01:26:27Shut your mouth!
01:26:29Defending that vile boy in front of God like this?
01:26:32Truly shameless!
01:26:33I'll throw those shoes in the trash before I give them to your son!
01:26:39You want the shoes? Fine.
01:26:45Then crawl over here and clean them.
01:26:54Chase, I'm your aunt.
01:26:56Don't pull the ant card.
01:26:57My son plays for the Lakers now.
01:27:00The freaking Lakers donated these shoes because of him.
01:27:03If you want something from our family, you're going to have to beg for it.
01:27:06Well?
01:27:07You want these shoes or not?
01:27:09Kneel and shine them clean!
01:27:11Kneel!
01:27:12Kneel!
01:27:15Kneel!
01:27:16Kneel!
01:27:17Kneel!
01:27:18Kneel!
01:27:19Kneel!
01:27:19Kneel!
01:27:20Kneel!
01:27:20Kneel!
01:27:35Kneel!
01:27:37Kneel!
01:27:39coach could you all hang back for a moment?
01:27:41my mom comes here every Sunday to pray for me.
01:27:43I don't want to overwhelm her with all these people.
01:27:45Ok then. Go ahead.
01:27:53Lick the shoes!
01:27:55Lick the shoes!
01:27:56Lick the shoes!
01:27:58Lick the shoes!
01:28:02If Malik made mistakes,
01:28:05Then I failed him as his mother.
01:28:08It's my fault.
01:28:10All of it.
01:28:16Shame! Shame! Shame! Shame! Shame!
01:28:22Shame! Shame! Shame!
01:28:35Mom!
01:28:38Who dared to hurt my mom?