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00:00:40Malik! Malik! You got it! Draft combine. Special approval. I did it. Hey, where are you going? Tell my mom!
00:01:03What are you doing? Denise, why isn't your arm healed yet? Did you ever see a doctor?
00:01:09It's fine. I'm used to it. I don't want to waste money on treatment. Malik needs it for his combine.
00:01:15Well, that's not my problem, is it? Please, Ben. I'm fine. I won't slow the line down.
00:01:19You won't? You're moving at half speed. And this? What the fuck is this? This place isn't a charity.
00:01:23If you can't pull your weight like everyone else, you're out. We clear? Mom!
00:01:33Mom, great news. They officially let me into the NBA draft combine. It starts in two days.
00:01:39I'm going to get signed, Mom. I'm going to put dry well on the mark.
00:01:42I never doubted it, Malik. Not since you were five years old shooting at a milk crane. Malik.
00:01:50Now, listen. How much for the travel?
00:01:54About 800 bucks. I managed to save for it.
00:01:58I'll just skip the team hotel. I'll find a hostel or a couch. It's fine, Mom.
00:02:02Mom. No. You aren't sharing a room with strangers. You need real sleep if you're going to play your best.
00:02:09Ma, stop. You're working three jobs. In your arm, I don't want my dream to cost you everything.
00:02:15We only need $200 more. Right? Your uncle, Victor, borrowed $200 last year to get Chase those limited edition sneakers.
00:02:23I'll just get him to pay me back. Let's go find him.
00:02:29Victor?
00:02:29Victor? Denise. Perfect timing. Chase is heading to the Combine.
00:02:34And as his aunt, the least you can do is pitch in $500 for his new iPhone. He needs to
00:02:38look the part.
00:02:39Vic, I...
00:02:40Come on, Denise!
00:02:41I'll be a win for the whole family! Don't start acting cheap now!
00:02:48Malik's leaving tonight, too, so I was hoping you could pay me back the $200 you borrowed for those shoes.
00:02:54Malik? He didn't even graduate high school.
00:02:57And you think a gutter rat like him's making the NBA? You're fucking delusional!
00:03:02Exactly. The kid hasn't even had a single day of professional training.
00:03:06Why waste money on the Combine when he'll never get drafted?
00:03:09How could you say that? You really think that's all I am?
00:03:12Fine. I'll prove you both wrong. Just watch. I'm gonna be the number one pick.
00:03:17The number one pick? You actually believe that crap?
00:03:20You're begging for $200 just to go get laughed off the court?
00:03:24You're shameless!
00:03:26Damn straight. Now pay up!
00:03:35What the hell is wrong with you guys? You could have hurt her!
00:03:37Please, Victor. That's for Malik's Combine trip. He needs it!
00:03:44When you borrow money, you pay it back.
00:03:47Who steals from the same people they're in debt to?
00:03:51That's way out of line!
00:03:53Watch your mouth, you piece of shit!
00:03:59Whatever. The money's ours now. Who cares what they think?
00:04:03Come on. Let's go by Chase that new phone.
00:04:09Mom, I'll just not go to the Combine.
00:04:11I'll keep working. Save money to fix your hand.
00:04:14What did you just say?
00:04:25Mom, stop! Stop it! Look at me!
00:04:30Mom.
00:04:32Malik, this world only respects two kinds of people.
00:04:36Those born at the top.
00:04:37And those who fight their way up there.
00:04:40Basketball is your weapon, Malik.
00:04:41So use it! Fight with it!
00:04:44Whatever people say,
00:04:45however hard it gets,
00:04:46you hold on to it and never let it go.
00:04:48But Mom,
00:04:50what about your hand?
00:04:51What are you gonna do while I'm gone for three months?
00:04:53Forget my hand.
00:04:54Even if my whole body stops working,
00:04:57I'll make it to the day you come back.
00:05:03Malik!
00:05:09Malik,
00:05:10I've got some cash saved up from washing cars all these years.
00:05:13Take it.
00:05:14Use it for the Combine.
00:05:16Logan,
00:05:18I thought that was for your wedding.
00:05:19Nah, it's alright, man.
00:05:20We can always postpone it.
00:05:22Linda's gonna roll her eyes at me,
00:05:24but she'll understand.
00:05:25I've been saving my tips from waiting tables.
00:05:28But Andre,
00:05:29what about your tuition?
00:05:30Aren't you playing for Boise State next year?
00:05:33Man, my grades suck.
00:05:35And you've got way more game than I do.
00:05:36I'll stay here in Drywell.
00:05:37Just go get that number one pick for us.
00:05:39Alright?
00:05:46Here's my share, Malik.
00:05:47Coach, where'd you even get this much?
00:05:49Wait, did you sell your pickup truck?
00:05:53That old truck's been with me for 20 years.
00:05:55Carried me through every chapter of my life.
00:05:58And now it's gonna carry you one step closer to your dream.
00:06:00Your mom's right.
00:06:01You gotta go to the Combine.
00:06:03And gotta show those scouts what you got.
00:06:05We all believe in you, Malik.
00:06:11Thank you all so much.
00:06:12Thanks, guys.
00:06:13I'm getting that number one to pick.
00:06:16You should get going.
00:06:19Go make us proud, Malik.
00:06:20I'll be here every Sunday praying for you.
00:06:27Malik!
00:06:29Show them how we do it in Drywell.
00:06:32Go get them, Malik.
00:06:33We're rooting for you.
00:07:00Oh, my God.
00:07:04Who is that?
00:07:06That kid's footwork.
00:07:08His hang time.
00:07:10His explosiveness.
00:07:11That's exactly the kind of player we need.
00:07:25How have I not heard anything about this kid?
00:07:27Who is that kid?
00:07:28Why isn't he on the list?
00:07:30Did some other team bribe you just to hide him from me?
00:07:33No, Mrs. Barnes.
00:07:35He's just some high school dropout.
00:07:38A high school dropout?
00:07:45It's almost like he's flying.
00:08:04Find out who he is.
00:08:06Now.
00:08:09Thank you for your patience, Malik.
00:08:11All final evaluations here are closed and confidential.
00:08:14Now that everything's official, congratulations.
00:08:18Welcome to the Lakers.
00:08:19I'm Madeline Barnes.
00:08:21I'm offering you a rookie contract worth 20 millions a year.
00:08:23How does that sound?
00:08:2520 million for a rookie?
00:08:26That's the highest rookie contract in league history.
00:08:32But this is real, right?
00:08:36Of course it is.
00:08:40I've read your full scouting report, Malik.
00:08:42You're not just a generational talent.
00:08:44You're kind, brave, a real character guy.
00:08:48And with that face, heck, your jerseys are going to sell out in minutes.
00:08:53And rest assured, your contract incentives will reflect that.
00:08:57What are you waiting for?
00:08:59Sign with us, Malik.
00:09:00Like, you know, you're not just this year's number one pick.
00:09:06You're number one in my heart, too.
00:09:19If you've got any other conditions, just name them.
00:09:22Since the whole Lakers team might end up yours with the way things are going.
00:09:27Mrs. Barnes, I want to build an indoor basketball court in my hometown.
00:09:30Back in Drywell, my teammates and I only have a dirt lot by the road to play on.
00:09:35The guys there are full of talent, but since we don't have the resources, they've never had a fair shot.
00:09:42See?
00:09:43The guy's got a heart of gold.
00:09:45Of course, that won't be a problem.
00:09:46Lila, you'll take the lead on the construction of the court.
00:09:48And please, none of this Mrs. Barnes crap.
00:09:51Call me Madeline.
00:09:59Thank you, Madeline.
00:10:01But before I report to the team, is it okay if I take a trip home first?
00:10:05I want to tell my mom the good news in person and thank everyone who supported me.
00:10:09Absolutely.
00:10:09You can fly there in my private jet.
00:10:11Only the best for our new star player.
00:10:14Thank you all.
00:10:14I'll be off then.
00:10:15See you later.
00:10:16Mom, we haven't officially drafted him yet.
00:10:19What if another team tries to punch him while he's gone?
00:10:22You're right.
00:10:23I'll have our G-lead coach pick him up and stay by his side the whole time.
00:10:26Oh, and call the construction crew and make sure they start work on that court pronto.
00:10:30All right.
00:10:31If anyone even tries to take Malik from us, I'll tear them apart myself.
00:10:40Miss Barnes, thank you for choosing my company for the project.
00:10:43I assure you we'll build you a professional-grade, state-of-the-art gym.
00:10:48Hold on.
00:10:49You pick my company because I know the guy the gym's being built for?
00:10:59No way.
00:11:00Could it really be?
00:11:07Thanks, Madeline.
00:11:09Oh, and one more thing.
00:11:10Can we donate a new pair of basketball shoes to every family in my hometown?
00:11:13We'll tell them it's a gift from the Lakers team owner.
00:11:16Absolutely.
00:11:17Oh, my people are going to love that.
00:11:19I'll get started on it right now.
00:11:27That's her.
00:11:28Her son went to the city to play basketball,
00:11:31but he ended up getting arrested for male prostitution.
00:11:34Heard he was selling his body to old ladies.
00:11:38God, what a fuck-up.
00:11:40His mom did everything she could to set him up for success,
00:11:43and he still got sent to the slammer.
00:11:53Ugh, I knew I smelled something cheap.
00:11:57Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
00:12:02Ugh, I knew I smelled things cheap.
00:12:06Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
00:12:09Isn't that Chase Holloway?
00:12:11I heard the Lakers' G League team signed him after the combine,
00:12:15and now they're donating a gym to our town.
00:12:18Naturally, they picked Chase's dad's company to build it.
00:12:23Wow, this Chase kid's got a bright future.
00:12:25Who knows?
00:12:26Maybe he'll be playing for the Lakers soon.
00:12:41Hi, Malik.
00:12:41I'm Eric Coleman, head coach of the Lakers' G League team.
00:12:45Coach Coleman, it's an honor.
00:12:46Thank you so much for picking me up.
00:12:47It's the least I could do.
00:12:49You're putting dry well on the map, kid.
00:12:50The folks here should be proud of you.
00:12:53Hey, I'm just a guy who loves to hoop.
00:12:56It's about an hour's drive into town.
00:12:58Ready to hit the road?
00:13:05All right, everyone, I've got some great news.
00:13:08Thanks to the generosity of Lakers owner Madeline Barnes,
00:13:11all of you will be getting a new pair of shoes today.
00:13:14And that's not all.
00:13:16She's also putting $3 million into building us a real basketball gym.
00:13:20Imagine that, our kids playing on a sparkling professional court.
00:13:24And plus, this gym will employ more than half of residents in dry well in desperate need of work.
00:13:30Mrs. Barnes has truly blessed us all.
00:13:33Now, let's get to the shoes.
00:13:36Every household gets a pair.
00:13:37I'll read out the names, so come up when you're called.
00:13:39Ethan Alberston, Morgan Belmont, Chad Samperson, Jalen Tate, Connor Westbrook, Marcus Young.
00:13:51And then, that's it.
00:13:57Father, I didn't hear Malik's name.
00:14:00Father, she and her son are a disgrace to all of dry well.
00:14:04People like them deserve to be shamed, not rewarded.
00:14:06Father, in the name of the Lord, I beg you, help me.
00:14:14Malik sold his body to old ladies for a quick buck.
00:14:19The prostitution of any form is both illegal and immoral,
00:14:23and is unworthy of the Lord's blessings, let alone a pair of sneakers.
00:14:27Everyone knows he got locked for doing sax work for old hags.
00:14:32That's right.
00:14:33Meanwhile, Chase here got signed by the Lakers' G League squad.
00:14:36He's the whole reason they're building the gym and giving us these shoes.
00:14:39He's Drywell's real hometown hero.
00:14:42Malik's lucky.
00:14:43He doesn't deserve a cousin like him.
00:14:45Damn.
00:14:46Didn't think Malik would stoop that low.
00:14:48My brother gave Malik money when he left.
00:14:51All for him to end up behind bars.
00:14:53Malik's my son.
00:14:54I know him better than anyone, and he's not who you're saying he is.
00:14:58Everyone who went to the Combine stayed a week, ten days at most.
00:15:02Malik's been gone for over a month.
00:15:04What's he still doing there if not rotting away in some jail cell?
00:15:07Your son breaks the law and disgraces this town,
00:15:10and you've still got the nerve to come ask for a free pair of shoes?
00:15:13What if Mrs. Barnes finds out our town produced a delinquent like Malik
00:15:17and pulls the plug on the gym project?
00:15:20Who's going to take the blame then, huh?
00:15:22I just want to get Malik a pair of shoes.
00:15:24He grew up here just like every other kid, and he's always had a good heart.
00:15:29Sure, we might not be the richest family around,
00:15:31but that doesn't make my son a failure or a criminal.
00:15:34Shut your mouth!
00:15:36Defending that vile boy in front of God like this?
00:15:39Truly shameless!
00:15:41I'll throw those shoes in the trash before I give them to your son!
00:15:47You want the shoes?
00:15:48Fine.
00:15:53Then crawl over here and clean them.
00:16:01Chase, I'm your aunt.
00:16:03Don't pull the ant card.
00:16:05My son plays for the Lakers now.
00:16:07The freaking Lakers donated these shoes because of him.
00:16:10If you want something from our family, you're going to have to beg for it.
00:16:14Well, you want these shoes or not,
00:16:16kneel and shine them clean!
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00:16:47Coach, could you all hang back for a moment? My mom comes here every Sunday to pray for me.
00:16:50I don't want to overwhelm her with all these people.
00:16:52Okay, then. Go ahead.
00:17:10If Malik made mistakes, then I failed him as his mother.
00:17:15It's my fault.
00:17:17All of it.
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00:18:14Malik! Malik!
00:18:15You got it! Draft Combine. Special approval.
00:18:21I did it.
00:18:24Hey, where are you going?
00:18:27Tell my mom!
00:18:37What are you doing?
00:18:39Denise, why isn't your arm healed yet?
00:18:41Did you ever see a doctor?
00:18:43It'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.
00:18:54And this? What the fuck is this?
00:18:56This place isn't a charity.
00:18:57If you can't pull your weight like everyone else, you're out. We clear?
00:19:04Mom!
00:19:07Mom!
00:19:08Great news. They officially let me into the NBA Draft Combine. It starts in two days. I'm going to get
00:19:13signed, Mom. I'm going to put Drywell on the mark.
00:19:16I never doubted it, Malik. Not since you were five years old shooting at a milk crane. Malik. Now, listen.
00:19:27How much for the travel?
00:19:28About 800 bucks. I managed to save for it. I'll just skip the team hotel. I'll find a hostel or
00:19:35a couch. It's fine, Mom.
00:19:37No. You aren't sharing a room with strangers. You need real sleep if you're going to play your best.
00:19:44Ma, stop. You're working three jobs. In your arm, I don't want my dream to cost you everything.
00:19:49We only need $200 more. Right? Your uncle, Victor, borrowed $200 last year to get Chase those limited edition sneakers.
00:19:57I'll just get him to pay me back. Let's go find him.
00:20:03Victor?
00:20:04Denise, perfect timing. Chase is heading to the Combine. And as his aunt, the least you can do is pitch
00:20:10in $500 for his new iPhone. He needs to look the part.
00:20:14Vic, I...
00:20:14Come on, Denise. I'll be a win for the whole family. Don't start acting cheap now.
00:20:22Malik's leaving tonight, too, so I was hoping you could pay me back the $200 you borrowed for those shoes.
00:20:29Malik? He didn't even graduate high school. And you think a gutter rat like him's making the NBA? You're fucking
00:20:35delusional.
00:20:36Exactly. The kid hasn't even had a single day of professional training. Why waste money on the Combine when he'll
00:20:42never get drafted?
00:20:43How could you say that? You really think that's all I am? Fine. I'll prove you both wrong. Just watch.
00:20:49I'm going to be the number one pick.
00:20:51The number one pick? You actually believe that crap? You're begging for $200 just to go get laughed off the
00:20:58court? You're shameless!
00:21:00Damn straight. Now pay up!
00:21:09What the hell is wrong with you guys? You could have hurt her!
00:21:12Please, Victor. That's for Malik's Combine trip. He needs it!
00:21:18When 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. Who cares what they think?
00:21:37Come on. Let's go by Chase that new phone.
00:21:43Mom, I'll just not go to the Combine. I'll keep working. Save money to fix your hand.
00:21:48What did you just say?
00:21:59Mom, stop! Stop it! Look at me!
00:22:04Mom.
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! Fight with it!
00:22:18Whatever people say, however hard it gets, you hold on to it and never let it go.
00:22:23But Mom, what about your hand?
00:22:25What are you going to do while I'm gone for three months?
00:22:28Forget my hand.
00:22:29Even if my whole body stops working, I'll make it to the day you come back.
00:22:37Malik!
00:22:43Malik, I'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, I thought that was for your wedding.
00:22:54Nah, it's alright, man.
00:22:55We can always postpone it.
00:22:56Linda's going to roll her eyes at me, but she'll understand.
00:22:59I've been saving my tips from waiting tables.
00:23:02But Andre, what about your tuition?
00:23:04Aren't you playing for Boise State next year?
00:23:07Man, my grades suck.
00:23:09And you've got way more game than I do.
00:23:10I'll stay here in Drywell.
00:23:11Just go get that number one pick for us.
00:23:13Alright?
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.
00:23:29Carried me through every chapter of my life.
00:23:32And now it's going to carry you one step closer to your dream.
00:23:34Your mom's right.
00:23:35You've got to go to the Combine.
00:23:37And you've got to show those scouts what you've got.
00:23:39We all believe in you, Malik.
00:23:45Thank you all so much.
00:23:46Thanks, guys.
00:23:47I'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.
00:24:07We're rooting for you.
00:24:13Go!
00:24:15Go!
00:24:20Go!
00:24:22Go!
00:24:24Go!
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00:24:33Go!
00:24:36Oh, my God!
00:24:38Who is that?
00:24:40That kid's footwork.
00:24:42His hang time, his 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?
00:25:04Did some other team bribe you just to hide him from me?
00:25:08No, Mrs. Barnes.
00:25:09He'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.
00:25:45All final evaluations here are closed and confidential.
00:25:48Now that everything's official, congratulations.
00:25:52Welcome to the Lakers.
00:25:53I'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, heck, 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.
00:26:40You'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.
00:27:16See? 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.
00:27:23And please, none of this Mrs. Barnes crap.
00:27:25Call me Madeline.
00:27:33Thank you, Madeline.
00:27:35But before I report to the team, is it okay if I take in 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.
00:27:43You 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?
00:27:55Mom, you'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.
00:28:04All right.
00:28:05If anyone even tries to take Malik from us, I'll tear them apart myself.
00:28:15Miss Barnes, thank you for choosing my company for the project.
00:28:18I 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?
00:28:33No way. Could it really be?
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?
00:28:47We'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.
00:29:02Her 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.
00:29:28Oh, I knew I smelled something cheap.
00:29:32Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
00:29:36Oh, I knew I smelled things cheap.
00:29:40Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
00:29:44Isn't that Chase Holloway?
00:29:45I heard the Lakers' G League team signed him after the combine, and now they're donating a gym to our
00:29:51town.
00:29:52Naturally, they picked Chase's dad's company to build it.
00:29:57Wow, this Chase kid's got a bright future.
00:29:59Who knows? Maybe he'll be playing for the Lakers soon.
00:30:15Hi, Malik. I'm Eric Coleman, head coach of the Lakers' G League team.
00:30:19Coach Coleman, it's an honor. Thank you so much for picking me up.
00:30:21It's the least I could do.
00:30:23You'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.
00:30:30It's about an hour's drive into town.
00:30:32Ready to hit the road?
00:30:39All 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 million into building us a real basketball gym.
00:30:55Imagine that, our kids playing on a sparkling professional court.
00:30:58And 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.
00:31:11I'll read out the names, so come up when you're called.
00:31:13Ethan Alberston, Morgan Belmont, Chad Samperson, Jalen Tate, Connor Westbrook, Marcus Young.
00:31:25And that's it.
00:31:31Father, I didn't hear Malik's name.
00:31:34Father, 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.
00:31:42Father, in the name of the Lord, I beg you, help me.
00:31:48Malik sold his body to old ladies for a quick buck.
00:31:53The 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.
00:32:01Everyone 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.
00:32:10He's the whole reason they're building the gym and giving us these shoes.
00:32:13He's dry well's real hometown hero.
00:32:16Malik's lucky.
00:32:17He doesn't deserve a cousin like him.
00:32:19Damn.
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.
00:32:28I know him better than anyone.
00:32:30And he's not who you're saying he is.
00:32:32Everyone who went to the Combine stayed a week, ten days at most.
00:32:36Malik's been gone for over a month.
00:32:38What's he still doing there if not rotting away in some jail cell?
00:32:41Your 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.
00:33:02Sure, 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!
00:33:10Defending that vile boy in front of God like this?
00:33:13Truly shameless!
00:33:15I'll throw those shoes in the trash before I give them to your son!
00:33:21You want the shoes?
00:33:23Fine.
00:33:27Then crawl over here and clean them.
00:33:35Chase, I'm your aunt.
00:33:37Don't pull the ant card.
00:33:39My son plays for the Lakers now.
00:33:41The freaking Lakers donated these shoes because of him.
00:33:44If you want something from our family, you're going to have to beg for it.
00:33:48Well, you want these shoes or not?
00:33:50Kneel and shine them clean!
00:33:52Kneel!
00:33:53Kneel!
00:33:54Neil!
00:33:56Neil!
00:33:57Neil!
00:33:58Kneel!
00:33:59Kneel!
00:34:00Kneel!
00:34:01Kneel!
00:34:16Kneel!
00:34:21Coach, could you all hang back for a moment?
00:34:22My 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. Go ahead.
00:34:44If Malik made mistakes,
00:34:46then I failed him as his mother.
00:34:49It's my fault.
00:34:51All of it.
00:34:57Shake! Shake! Shake! Shake! Shake! Shake!
00:35:05Shake! Shake! Shake! Shake!
00:35:16Mom!
00:35:19Who dared to hurt my mom?
00:35:48Malik! Malik! You got it! Draft combine. Special approval.
00:35:55I did it.
00:35:58Hey, where are you going?
00:36:01Tell my mom!
00:36:11What are you doing?
00:36:13Denise, why isn't your arm healed yet? Did you ever see a doctor?
00:36:18It's fine. I'm used to it. I don't want to waste money on treatment. Malik needs it for his combine.
00:36:23Well, that's not my problem, is it?
00:36:25Please, Ben. I'm fine. I won't slow the line down. I promise.
00:36:27You won't? You're moving at half speed. And this? What the fuck is this?
00:36:30This place isn't a charity. If you can't pull your weight like everyone else, you're out. We clear?
00:36:38Mom!
00:36:41Mom, great news. They officially let me into the NBA Draft Combine. It starts in two days.
00:36:47I'm gonna get signed, Mom. I'm gonna put Drywell on the mark.
00:36:50I never doubted it, Malik. Not since you were five years old shooting at a milk crane. Malik.
00:36:59Now, listen. How much for the travel?
00:37:02About 800 bucks. I managed to save it. I'll just skip the team hotel. I'll find a hostel or a
00:37:09couch. It's fine, Mom.
00:37:11No. You aren't sharing a room with strangers. You need real sleep if you're gonna play your best.
00:37:17Ma, stop. You're working three jobs. And your arm, I don't want my dream to cost you everything.
00:37:23We only need $200 more. Right? Your uncle, Victor, borrowed $200 last year to get Chase those limited edition sneakers.
00:37:31I'll just get him to pay me back. Let's go find him.
00:37:37Victor?
00:37:38Denise, perfect timing. Chase is heading to the Combine. And as his aunt, the least you can do is pitch
00:37:44in $500 for his new iPhone. He needs to look the part.
00:37:48Vic, I- Come on, Denise!
00:37:50I'll be a win for the whole family! Don't start acting cheap now!
00:37:57Malik's leaving tonight, too, so I was hoping you could pay me back the $200 you borrowed for those shoes.
00:38:03Malik? He didn't even graduate high school. And you think a gutter rat like him's making the NBA? You're fucking
00:38:09delusional!
00:38:10Exactly. The kid hasn't even had a single day of professional training. Why waste money on the Combine when he'll
00:38:16never get drafted?
00:38:17How could you say that? You really think that's all I am? Fine. I'll prove you both wrong. Just watch.
00:38:23I'm gonna be the number one pick.
00:38:25The number one pick? You actually believe that crap? You're begging for $200 just to go get laughed off the
00:38:32court? You're shameless!
00:38:34Damn straight. Now pay up!
00:38:43What the hell is wrong with you guys? You could've hurt her!
00:38:46Please, Victor. That's for Malik's Combine trip. He needs it!
00:38:52When you borrow money, you pay it back.
00:38:55Who steals from the same people they're in debt to? That's way out of line!
00:39:01Watch your mouth, you piece of shit!
00:39:07Whatever. The money's ours now. Who cares what they think?
00:39:11Come on. Let's go by Chase that new phone.
00:39:17Mom, I'll just not go to the Combine. I'll keep working. Save money to fix your hand.
00:39:22What did you just say?
00:39:33Mom, stop! Stop it! Look at me!
00:39:39Mom.
00:39:40Malik, this world only respects two kinds of people.
00:39:44Those born at the top. And those who fight their way up there.
00:39:48Basketball is your weapon, Malik. So use it! Fight with it!
00:39:52Whatever people say, however hard it gets, you hold on to it and never let it go.
00:39:57But Mom, what about your hand? What are you gonna do while I'm gone for three months?
00:40:02Forget my hand. Even if my whole body stops working, I'll make it to the day you come back.
00:40:11Malik!
00:40:18Malik, I've got some cash saved up from washing cars all these years. Take it. Use it for the Combine.
00:40:26Logan, I thought that was for your wedding.
00:40:28Nah, it's alright, man. We can always postpone it. Linda's gonna roll her eyes at me, but she'll understand.
00:40:33I've been saving my tips from waiting tables.
00:40:36But Andre, what about your tuition? Aren't you playing for Boise State next year?
00:40:41Man, my grades suck. And you've got way more game than I do. I'll stay here in Drywell.
00:40:46Just go get that number one pick for us, alright?
00:40:54Here's my share, Malik.
00:40:55Coach, where'd you even get this much? Wait, did you stall your pickup truck?
00:41:01That old truck's been with me for 20 years. Carried me through every chapter of my life.
00:41:06And now it's gonna carry you one step closer to your dream.
00:41:09Your mom's right. You gotta go to the Combine.
00:41:11And gotta show those scouts what you got. We all believe in you, Malik.
00:41:19Thank you all so much.
00:41:21Thanks, guys. I'm getting that number one to pick.
00:41:24You should get going.
00:41:27Go make us proud, Malik. I'll be here every Sunday, praying for you.
00:41:35Malik!
00:41:38Show them how we do it in Drywell!
00:41:40Go get em, Malik! We're rooting for ya!
00:42:10Oh my god!
00:42:12Who is that?
00:42:15That kid's footwork, his hang time, his explosiveness, that's exactly the kind of player we need.
00:42:33How have I not heard anything about this kid?
00:42:35Who is that kid?
00:42:36Why isn't he on the list?
00:42:39Did some other team bribe you just to hide him from me?
00:42:42No, Mrs. Barnes, he's just some high school dropout.
00:42:46A high school dropout?
00:42:53It's almost like he's flying.
00:43:12Find out who he is.
00:43:14Now.
00:43:18Thank you for your patience, Malik.
00:43:20All final evaluations here are closed and confidential.
00:43:23Now that everything's official, congratulations.
00:43:26Welcome to the Lakers.
00:43:28I'm Madeline Barnes.
00:43:29I'm offering you a rookie contract worth 20 millions a year.
00:43:32How does that sound?
00:43:3320 million for a rookie?
00:43:35That's the highest rookie contract in league history.
00:43:40But this is real, right?
00:43:45Of course it is.
00:43:48I've read your full scouting report, Malik.
00:43:50You're not just a generational talent.
00:43:52You're kind, brave, a real character guy.
00:43:56And with that face?
00:43:58Heck, your jerseys are going to sell out in minutes.
00:44:01And rest assured, your contract incentives will reflect that.
00:44:05What are you waiting for?
00:44:07Sign with us, Malik.
00:44:08You know, you're not just this year's number one pick.
00:44:14You're number one in my heart, too.
00:44:27If you've got any other conditions, just name them.
00:44:30Since the whole Lakers team might end up yours
00:44:33with the way things are going.
00:44:35Mrs. Barnes, I want to build an indoor basketball court
00:44:38in my hometown.
00:44:39Back in Drywell, my teammates and I only have a dirt lot
00:44:41by the road to play on.
00:44:43The guys there are full of talent,
00:44:45but since we don't have the resources,
00:44:46they've never had a fair shot.
00:44:50See?
00:44:51The guy's got a heart of gold.
00:44:53Of course, that won't be a problem.
00:44:54Lila, you'll take the lead on the construction of the court.
00:44:57And please, none of this Mrs. Barnes crap.
00:45:00Call me Madeline.
00:45:08Thank you, Madeline.
00:45:09But before I report to the team,
00:45:11is it okay if I take in a trip home first?
00:45:13I want to tell my mom the good news in person
00:45:15and thank everyone who supported me.
00:45:17Absolutely.
00:45:18You can fly there in my private jet.
00:45:20Only the best for our new star player.
00:45:22Thank you all.
00:45:23I'll be off then.
00:45:23See you later.
00:45:24Mom, we haven't officially drafted him yet.
00:45:27What if another team tries to punch him
00:45:28while he's gone?
00:45:30You're right.
00:45:31I'll have our G-lead coach pick him up
00:45:33and stay by his side the whole time.
00:45:35Oh, and call the construction crew
00:45:37and make sure they start work on that court pronto.
00:45:39All right.
00:45:39If anyone even tries to take Malik from us,
00:45:42I'll tear them apart myself.
00:45:49Miss Barnes, thank you for choosing my company for the project.
00:45:52I assure you we'll build you a professional-grade,
00:45:54state-of-the-art gym.
00:45:56Hold on.
00:45:58You pick my company because I know the guy the gym's being built for?
00:46:08No way.
00:46:09Could it really be?
00:46:15Thanks, Madeline.
00:46:17Oh, and one more thing.
00:46:18Can we donate a new pair of basketball shoes
00:46:20to every family in my hometown?
00:46:22We'll tell them it's a gift from the Lakers team owner.
00:46:24Absolutely.
00:46:25Oh, my people are going to love that.
00:46:28I'll get started on it right now.
00:46:36That's her.
00:46:37Her son went to the city to play basketball,
00:46:39but he ended up getting arrested for male prostitution.
00:46:42Heard he was selling his body to old ladies.
00:46:46God, what a fuck-up.
00:46:48His mom did everything she could to set him up for success,
00:46:51and he still got sent to the slammer.
00:47:02Ugh, I knew I smelled something cheap.
00:47:06Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
00:47:10Ugh, I knew I smelled things cheap.
00:47:15Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
00:47:18Isn't that Chase Holloway?
00:47:19I heard the Lakers' G League team signed him after the combine,
00:47:23and now they're donating a gym to our town.
00:47:26Naturally, they picked Chase's dad's company to build it.
00:47:31Wow, this Chase kid's got a bright future.
00:47:34Who knows?
00:47:34Maybe he'll be playing for the Lakers soon.
00:47:49Hi, Malik.
00:47:50I'm Eric Coleman, head coach of the Lakers' G League team.
00:47:53Coach Coleman, it's an honor.
00:47:54Thank you so much for picking me up.
00:47:56It's the least I could do.
00:47:57If you're putting dry well on the map, kid,
00:47:59the folks here should be proud of you.
00:48:01Hey, I'm just a guy who loves to hoop.
00:48:05It's about an hour's drive into town.
00:48:06Ready to hit the road?
00:48:14All right, everyone, I've got some great news.
00:48:16Thanks to the generosity of Lakers owner Madeline Barnes,
00:48:20all of you were getting a new pair of shoes today.
00:48:23And that's not all.
00:48:24She's also putting $3 million into building us a real basketball gym.
00:48:29Imagine that, our kid's playing on a sparkling professional court.
00:48:33And plus, this gym will employ more than half of residents in dry well
00:48:37in desperate need of work.
00:48:38Mrs. Barnes has truly blessed us all.
00:48:42Now let's get to the shoes.
00:48:44Every household gets a pair.
00:48:45I'll read out the names, so come up when you're called.
00:48:49Ethan Alberston, Morgan Belmont, Chad Samperson.
00:48:54Jalen Tate.
00:48:56Connor Westbrook.
00:48:59Marcus Young.
00:49:01That's it.
00:49:05Father, I didn't hear Malik's name.
00:49:08Father, she and her son are a disgrace to all of dry well.
00:49:12People like them deserve to be shamed, not rewarded.
00:49:15Father.
00:49:16Father, in the name of the Lord, I beg you, help me.
00:49:22Malik sold his body to old ladies for a quick buck.
00:49:27The prostitution of any form is both illegal and immoral, and is unworthy of the Lord's
00:49:33blessings, let alone a pair of sneakers.
00:49:35Everyone knows he got locked for doing sax work for old hags.
00:49:40That's right.
00:49:41Meanwhile, Chase here got signed by the Lakers' G League squad.
00:49:44He's the whole reason they're building the gym and giving us these shoes.
00:49:47He's dry well's real hometown hero.
00:49:50Malik's lucky.
00:49:51He doesn't deserve a cousin like him.
00:49:53Damn.
00:49:54Didn't think Malik would stoop that low.
00:49:56My brother gave Malik money when he left.
00:49:59All for him to end up behind bars.
00:50:01Malik's my son.
00:50:03I know him better than anyone, and he's not who you're saying he is.
00:50:06Everyone who went to the Combine stayed a week, ten days at most.
00:50:11Malik's been gone for over a month.
00:50:13What's he still doing there if not rotting away in some jail cell?
00:50:15Your son breaks the law and disgraces this town, and you've still got the nerve to come
00:50:20ask for a free pair of shoes?
00:50:22What if Mrs. Barnes finds out our town produced a delinquent like Malik and pulls the plug
00:50:26on the gym project?
00:50:28Who's going to take the blame then, huh?
00:50:30I just want to get Malik a pair of shoes.
00:50:32He grew up here just like every other kid, and he's always had a good heart.
00:50:36Sure, we might not be the richest family around, but that doesn't make my son a failure or
00:50:42a criminal!
00:50:43Shut your mouth!
00:50:44Defending that vile boy in front of God like this?
00:50:47Truly shameless!
00:50:49I'll throw those shoes in the trash before I give them to your son!
00:50:55You want the shoes?
00:50:57Fine.
00:51:01Then crawl over here and clean them.
00:51:09Chase, I'm your aunt.
00:51:11Don't pull the ant card.
00:51:13My son plays for the Lakers now.
00:51:15The freaking Lakers donated these shoes because of him.
00:51:18If you want something from our family, you're going to have to beg for it.
00:51:22Well, you want these shoes or not, kneel and shine them clean!
00:51:26Kneel!
00:51:28Kneel!
00:51:30Kneel!
00:51:31Kneel!
00:51:32Kneel!
00:51:34Kneel!
00:51:35Kneel!
00:51:36Kneel!
00:51:36Kneel!
00:51:37Kneel!
00:51:37Kneel!
00:51:37Kneel!
00:51:38Kneel!
00:51:38Kneel!
00:51:39Kneel!
00:51:39Kneel!
00:51:40Kneel!
00:51:41Kneel!
00:51:42Kneel!
00:51:42Kneel!
00:51:43Kneel!
00:51:44Kneel!
00:51:48Kneel!
00:51:51Kneel!
00:51:52Kneel!
00:51:55Kneel!
00:51:56for a moment. My mom comes here every Sunday to pray for me. I don't want to overwhelm her with
00:51:59all these people. Okay, then. Go ahead.
00:52:18If Malik made mistakes, then I failed him as his mother. It's my fault.
00:52:25All of it.
00:52:31Shake! Shake! Shake! Shake! Shake!
00:52:38Shake! Shake! Shake!
00:52:51MOM!
00:52:53Who dared to hurt my mom?
00:53:17Let's go!
00:53:22Malik! Malik! You got it!
00:53:25Draft combine. Special approval.
00:53:29I did it.
00:53:32Hey, where are you going?
00:53:35Tell my mom!
00:53:45What are you doing?
00:53:48Denise, why isn't your arm healed yet?
00:53:49Did you ever see a doctor?
00:53:52It's fine. I'm used to it.
00:53:53I don't want to waste money on treatment.
00:53:55Malik needs it for his combine.
00:53:57Well, that's not my problem, is it?
00:53:59Please, Ben. I'm fine. I won't slow the line down.
00:54:01You won't? You're moving at half speed.
00:54:03And this? What the fuck is this?
00:54:04This place isn't a charity.
00:54:05If you can't pull your weight like everyone else, you're out.
00:54:08We clear?
00:54:13Mom!
00:54:16Mom, great news.
00:54:17They officially let me into the NBA Draft Combine.
00:54:19It starts in two days.
00:54:21I'm going to get signed, Mom.
00:54:23I'm going to put Drywell on the mark.
00:54:24I never doubted it, Malik.
00:54:27Not since you were five years old shooting at a milk crane.
00:54:31Malik.
00:54:33Now, listen.
00:54:35How much for the travel?
00:54:36About 800 bucks.
00:54:38I managed to save her.
00:54:40I'll just skip the team hotel.
00:54:42I'll find a hostel or a couch. It's fine, Mom.
00:54:44No.
00:54:46You aren't sharing a room with strangers.
00:54:49You need real sleep if you're going to play your best.
00:54:52Ma, stop.
00:54:53You're working three jobs.
00:54:55And your arm, I don't want my dream to cost you everything.
00:54:57We only need $200 more.
00:55:00Right?
00:55:01Your uncle, Victor, borrowed $200 last year to get Chase those limited edition sneakers.
00:55:05I'll just get him to pay me back.
00:55:07Let's go find him.
00:55:11Victor?
00:55:12Denise, perfect timing.
00:55:14Chase is heading to the Combine.
00:55:16And as his aunt, the least you can do is pitch in $500 for his new iPhone.
00:55:20He needs to look the part.
00:55:22Vic, I-
00:55:22Come on, Denise!
00:55:24I'll be a win for the whole family!
00:55:26Don't start acting cheap now!
00:55:31Malik's leaving tonight, too,
00:55:32so I was hoping you could pay me back the $200 you borrowed for those shoes.
00:55:37Malik?
00:55:37He didn't even graduate high school!
00:55:40And you think a gutter rat like him's making the NBA?
00:55:43You're fucking delusional!
00:55:44Exactly.
00:55:45The kid hasn't even had a single day of professional training.
00:55:48Why waste money on the Combine when he'll never get drafted?
00:55:51How could you say that?
00:55:52You really think that's all I am?
00:55:54Fine.
00:55:55I'll prove you both wrong.
00:55:56Just watch.
00:55:57I'm gonna be the number one pick.
00:55:59The number one pick?
00:56:00Malik?
00:56:01You actually believe that crap?
00:56:03You're begging for $200 just to go get laughed off the court?
00:56:07You're shameless!
00:56:08Damn straight.
00:56:09Now pay up!
00:56:17What the hell is wrong with you guys?
00:56:19You could've hurt her!
00:56:20Please, Victor.
00:56:22That's for Malik's Combine trip.
00:56:24He needs it!
00:56:26When you borrow money, you pay it back.
00:56:29Who steals from the same people they're in debt to?
00:56:33That's way out of line!
00:56:35Watch your mouth, you piece of shit!
00:56:41Whatever.
00:56:42The money's ours now.
00:56:43Who cares what they think?
00:56:45Come on.
00:56:46Let's go by Chase that new phone.
00:56:51Mom, I'll just not go to the Combine.
00:56:53I'll keep working.
00:56:55Save money to fix your hand.
00:56:57What did you just say?
00:57:07Mom, stop! Stop it! Look at me!
00:57:13Mom.
00:57:14Malik, this world only respects two kinds of people.
00:57:18Those born at the top.
00:57:20And those who fight their way up there.
00:57:22Basketball is your weapon, Malik.
00:57:24So use it!
00:57:25Fight with it!
00:57:26Whatever people say,
00:57:28however hard it gets,
00:57:29you hold on to it and never let it go.
00:57:31But Mom,
00:57:32what about your hand?
00:57:33What are you gonna do while I'm gone for three months?
00:57:36Forget my hand.
00:57:37Even if my whole body stops working.
00:57:39I'll make it to the day you come back.
00:57:46Malik!
00:57:52Malik, I've got some cash saved up from washing cars all these years.
00:57:55Take it.
00:57:56Use it for the Combine.
00:57:59Logan,
00:58:00I thought that was for your wedding.
00:58:02Nah, it's alright, man.
00:58:03We can always postpone it.
00:58:04Linda's gonna roll her eyes at me,
00:58:06but she'll understand.
00:58:07I've been saving my tips from waiting tables.
00:58:10But Andre,
00:58:11what about your tuition?
00:58:13Aren't you playing for Boise State next year?
00:58:16Man, my grades suck.
00:58:17And you've got way more game than I do.
00:58:18I'll stay here in drywall.
00:58:20Just go get that number one pick for us.
00:58:22Alright?
00:58:28Here's my share, Malik.
00:58:29Coach, where'd you even get this much?
00:58:31Wait, did you sell your pickup truck?
00:58:35That old truck's been with me for 20 years.
00:58:38Carried me through every chapter of my life.
00:58:40And now it's gonna carry you one step closer to your dream.
00:58:42Your mom's right.
00:58:44You gotta go to the Combine.
00:58:45You gotta show those scouts what you got.
00:58:47We all believe in you, Malik.
00:58:53Thank you all so much.
00:58:55Thanks, guys.
00:58:56I'm getting that number one to pick.
00:58:58You should get going.
00:59:01Go make us proud, Malik.
00:59:02I'll be here every Sunday praying for you.
00:59:09Malik!
00:59:12Show them how we do it in drywall.
00:59:14Go get them, Malik.
00:59:16We're rooting for you.
00:59:43Oh, my God.
00:59:46Who is that?
00:59:49That kid's footwork.
00:59:50His hang time, his explosiveness.
00:59:53That's exactly the kind of player we need.
01:00:07How have I not heard anything about this kid?
01:00:09Who is that kid?
01:00:10Why isn't he on the list?
01:00:13Did some other team bribe you just to hide him from me?
01:00:16No, Mrs. Barnes.
01:00:18He's just some high school dropout.
01:00:20A high school dropout?
01:00:27It's almost like he's flying.
01:00:34Yeah!
01:00:46Find out who he is.
01:00:48Now.
01:00:52Thank you for your patience, Malik.
01:00:54All final evaluations here are closed and confidential.
01:00:57Now that everything's official, congratulations.
01:01:00Welcome to the Lakers.
01:01:01I'm Madeline Barnes.
01:01:03I'm offering you a rookie contract worth 20 millions a year.
01:01:06How does that sound?
01:01:0720 million for a rookie?
01:01:09That's the highest rookie contract in league history.
01:01:14But this is real, right?
01:01:19Of course it is.
01:01:22I've read your full scouting report, Malik.
01:01:24You're not just a generational talent.
01:01:26You're kind, brave, a real character guy.
01:01:30And with that face?
01:01:32Heck, your jerseys are going to sell out in minutes.
01:01:35And rest assured, your contract incentives will reflect that.
01:01:39What are you waiting for?
01:01:41Sign with us, Malik.
01:01:42You know, you're not just this year's number one pick.
01:01:49You're number one in my heart, too.
01:01:56You're number one in my heart, too.
01:01:56If you've got any other conditions, just name them, since the whole Lakers team might end up yours with the
01:02:08way things are going.
01:02:09Mrs. Barnes, I want to build an indoor basketball court in my hometown.
01:02:13Back in Drywell, my teammates and I only have a dirt lot by the road to play on.
01:02:17The guys there are full of talent, but since we don't have the resources, they've never had a fair shot.
01:02:25See? The guy's got a heart of gold.
01:02:27Of course, that won't be a problem.
01:02:28Lila, you'll take the lead on the construction of the court.
01:02:31And please, none of this Mrs. Barnes crap.
01:02:34Call me Madeline.
01:02:35Yeah!
01:02:42Thank you, Madeline.
01:02:43But before I report to the team, is it okay if I take in a trip home first?
01:02:47I want to tell my mom the good news in person and thank everyone who supported me.
01:02:51Absolutely.
01:02:52You can fly there in my private jet.
01:02:54Only the best for our new star player.
01:02:56Thank you all. I'll be off then. See you later.
01:02:58Mom, we haven't officially drafted him yet.
01:03:01What if another team tries to punch him while he's gone?
01:03:05You're right.
01:03:05I'll have our G-lead coach pick him up and stay by his side the whole time.
01:03:09Oh, and call the construction crew and make sure they start work on that court pronto.
01:03:13Alright.
01:03:14If anyone even tries to take Malik from us, I'll tear them apart myself.
01:03:23Ms. Barnes, thank you for choosing my company for the project.
01:03:26I assure you we'll build you a professional-grade, state-of-the-art gym.
01:03:30Hold on.
01:03:32You pick my company because I know the guy the gym's being built for?
01:03:42No way. Could it really be?
01:03:44Me?
01:03:49Thanks, Madeline.
01:03:51Oh, and one more thing.
01:03:52Can we donate a new pair of basketball shoes to every family in my hometown?
01:03:56We'll tell them it's a gift from the Lakers team owner.
01:03:58Absolutely.
01:03:59Oh, my people are going to love that.
01:04:02I'll get started on it right now.
01:04:10That's her.
01:04:11Her son went to the city to play basketball, but he ended up getting arrested for male prostitution.
01:04:16Heard he was selling his body to old ladies.
01:04:20God, what a fuck-up.
01:04:22His mom did everything she could to set him up for success, and he still got sent to the slammer.
01:04:36Ugh, I knew I smelled something cheap.
01:04:40Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
01:04:44Ugh, I knew I smelled something cheap.
01:04:49Looks like the poorest woman in town made it after all.
01:04:52Isn't that Chase Holloway?
01:04:54I heard the Lakers G League team signed him after the combine, and now they're donating a gym to our
01:05:00town.
01:05:01Naturally, they picked Chase's dad's company to build it.
01:05:05Wow, this Chase kid's got a bright future.
01:05:08Who knows, maybe he'll be playing for the Lakers soon.
01:05:23I'm Malik, I'm Eric Coleman, head coach of the Lakers G League team.
01:05:27Coach Coleman, it's an honor.
01:05:28Thank you so much for picking me up.
01:05:30It's the least I could do.
01:05:31If you're putting dry well on the map, kid, the folks here should be proud of you.
01:05:35Hey, I'm just a guy who loves to hoop.
01:05:39It's about an hour's drive into town.
01:05:40Ready to hit the road?
01:05:48All right, everyone, I've got some great news.
01:05:50Thanks to the generosity of Lakers owner Madeline Barnes, all of you were getting a new pair of shoes today.
01:05:57And that's not all.
01:05:58She's also putting $3 million into building us a real basketball gym.
01:06:03Imagine that, our kids playing on a sparkling professional court.
01:06:07And plus, this gym will employ more than half of residents in dry well in desperate need of work.
01:06:12Mrs. Barnes has truly blessed us all.
01:06:16Now let's get to the shoes.
01:06:18Every household gets a pair.
01:06:20I'll read out the names, so come up when you're called.
01:06:23Ethan Alberston, Morgan Belmont, Chad Samperson.
01:06:28Jalen Tate, Connor Westbrook, Marcus Young.
01:06:35That's it.
01:06:39Father, I didn't hear Malik's name.
01:06:43Father, she and her son are a disgrace to all of dry well.
01:06:46People like them deserve to be shamed, not rewarded.
01:06:49Father, in the name of the Lord, I beg you, help me.
01:06:56Malik sold his body to old ladies for a quick buck.
01:07:02The prostitution of any form is both illegal and immoral, and is unworthy of the Lord's blessings, let alone a
01:07:08pair of sneakers.
01:07:10Everyone knows he got locked for doing sax work for old hags.
01:07:14That's right.
01:07:15Meanwhile, Chase here got signed by the Lakers' G League squad.
01:07:18He's the whole reason they're building the gym and giving us these shoes.
01:07:22He's dry well's real hometown hero.
01:07:24Malik's lucky.
01:07:25He doesn't deserve a cousin like him.
01:07:27Damn.
01:07:28Didn't think Malik would stoop that low.
01:07:30My brother gave Malik money when he left, all for him to end up behind bars.
01:07:35Malik's my son.
01:07:37I know him better than anyone, and he's not who you're saying he is!
01:07:41Everyone who went to the Combine stayed a week, ten days at most.
01:07:45Malik's been gone for over a month.
01:07:47What's he still doing there if not rotting away in some jail cell?
01:07:49Your son breaks the law and disgraces this town, and you've still got the nerve to come ask for a
01:07:55free pair of shoes?
01:07:56What if Mrs. Barnes finds out our town produced a delinquent like Malik and pulls the plug on the gym
01:08:01project?
01:08:02Who's going to take the blame then, huh?
01:08:04I just want to get Malik a pair of shoes.
01:08:06He grew up here just like every other kid, and he's always had a good heart.
01:08:11Sure, we might not be the richest family around, but that doesn't make my son a failure or a criminal!
01:08:17Shut your mouth!
01:08:18Defending that vile boy in front of God like this, truly shameless!
01:08:23I'll throw those shoes in the trash before I give them to your son!
01:08:29You want the shoes? Fine.
01:08:35Then crawl over here and clean them.
01:08:43Chase, I'm your aunt.
01:08:45What?
01:08:45Don't pull the aunt card.
01:08:47My son plays for the Lakers now.
01:08:49The freaking Lakers donated these shoes because of him.
01:08:52If you want something from our family, you're going to have to beg for it.
01:08:56Well, you want these shoes or not, kneel and shine them clean!
01:09:00Kneel!
01:09:01Kneel!
01:09:04Kneel!
01:09:05Kneel!
01:09:07Kneel!
01:09:08Kneel!
01:09:09Kneel!
01:09:09Kneel!
01:09:10Kneel!
01:09:10Kneel!
01:09:11Kneel!
01:09:11Kneel!
01:09:12Kneel!
01:09:12Kneel!
01:09:12Kneel!
01:09:12Kneel!
01:09:13Kneel!
01:09:14Kneel!
01:09:14Kneel!
01:09:15Kneel!
01:09:15Kneel!
01:09:16Kneel!
01:09:17Kneel!
01:09:19Kneel!
01:09:23Kneel!
01:09:27Kneel!
01:09:29Kneel!
01:09:30Coach, could you all hang back for a moment?
01:09:31My mom comes here every Sunday to pray for me.
01:09:32I don't want to overwhelm her with all these people.
01:09:35Okay, then. Go ahead.
01:09:52If Malik made mistakes,
01:09:55then I failed him as his mother.
01:09:58It's my fault.
01:10:00All of it.
01:10:06Shake! Shake! Shake! Shake! Shake!
01:10:13Shake! Shake! Shake!
01:10:25Mom!
01:10:26Mom!
01:10:28Who dared to hurt my mom?
01:10:31Mom!
01:10:31Mom!
01:10:31Yeah!
01:10:32What did you do?
01:10:37That was really neat.
01:10:37That was still a good thing.
01:10:37I couldn't see there.
01:10:39I thought I could have been.
01:10:39I was amazed.
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