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* Iverson (movie) Love him or hate him, Allen Iverson did things his way. Iverson paints an intimate portrait of one of the most influential players of his generation. From his humble beginnings to the infamous "Practice?!" press conference, this documentary doesn’t spare any details on the quick-crossing, cornrowed NBA guard. Available on: Netflix, Showtime Available on: Netflix, WatchESPN Available on: WatchESPN Available on: Netflix, WatchESPN Available on: Netflix Available on: HBO Available on: Amazon Prime, Hulu Available on: Netflix
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* Iverson (movie) Love him or hate him, Allen Iverson did things his way. Iverson paints an intimate portrait of one of the most influential players of his generation. From his humble beginnings to the infamous "Practice?!" press conference, this documentary doesn’t spare any details on the quick-crossing, cornrowed NBA guard. Available on: Netflix, Showtime
* Fantastic Lies (film) Sometimes, a story gets so big, the truth gets lost. This 30 for 30 explores the Duke lacrosse scandal, and the media coverage that exploded in the aftermath. Not only is it a great story about the power of false accusation, but it’s a cautionary tale for aspiring journalists in search of a story and not the truth. Available on: Netflix, WatchESPN
* O.J. Simpson: Made in America (film) This is the best documentary of the year. Period. There is nothing I can say to overhype this seven-and-a-half hour series on the downfall of one of the most beloved sports figures in America. Not only does it look at the troubling history of Simpson and the stomach-churning details of his murder trial, the documentary connects him to the race and class issues that were plaguing the country then and now. Available on: WatchESPN
* Trojan War (film) Hollywood and football have always been a match made in heaven, but not a lot of teams have taken those dream scripts and put them on the field. That is, until the Pete Carroll era at USC. Relive the rise and fall of one of the most exciting college football dynasties and the town that ate it all up. Available on: Netflix, WatchESPN
* Resurrection of Jake the Snake (movie) Wrestling is fake, but the struggle is real. Jake “the Snake” Roberts was one of the then-WWF’s biggest superstars before alcohol derailed his career and strained every relationship he had. This doc follows Roberts on his journey to sobriety and attempts to get back in the good graces of wrestling fans. Available on: Netflix
* Back on the Board: Greg Louganis (film) Not all that glitters is gold. You would think four Olympic gold medals would translate into financial security for Greg Louganis. However, money struggles are just the latest challenge he faces after dealing HIV and homophobic teammates in Team USA. Join him as he fights to keep his mortgage and find his place post-diving career. Available on: HBO
* Sonicsgate: Requiem for a Team (movie) The most bang for your buck in terms of information to time invested. This short, 45-minute documentary goes into the Seattle Supersonics and their controversial departure from the Emerald City. In a relatively short amount of time, this award-winning documentary chronicles the history of the team from an expansion team to the backdoor deals that resulted in the team’s relocation to Oklahoma City. If you don’t know why Seattle is still stinging from the move, this doc will give you a couple reasons. Available on: Amazon Prime, Hulu
* I Am Ali (film) Even before his death, Muhammad Ali was a legend amongst mere mortals. While there are other Ali docs, this one includes intimate tapes that he recorded with his children as well as interviews with family members to give a full picture of the Greatest. Don’t miss out on this doc that not only revisits the almost mythological athlete and activist, but also looks at the human being behind the scenes. Available on: Netflix
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