Promiseland

Name: Promiseland
Released: 2021-06-03T00:00:00.000Z
Cast: Ja Morant, Taylor Jenkins, Jaren Jackson Jr.

TV Show · Documentary · Sports

An intimate journey with NBA rookie Ja Morant as he navigates the 2019/2020 season; apart from the suspension of his sport, the young point guard grapples with a world transformed by a global pandemic and the urgent call for racial justice.

2021 · 28m

Starring Ja Morant, Taylor Jenkins, Jaren Jackson Jr.

Director Dexton Deboree

EPISODE 1

Underdog

Ja Morant shares what went through his head the moment before his name was called in the 2019 NBA draft and dives into his backstory, including his relationships with family, coaches and close friends.
EPISODE 2

New Kid in Town

It's the Grizzlies' home opener and Ja's family is in town to witness him for the first time on the NBA court. In Memphis, Ja shares the pressures of being the face of a franchise while becoming a new father.
EPISODE 3

The Chi

Ja heads to Chicago for his first All-Star weekend. While juggling his time between a Nike shoe launch and meeting with President Obama, Ja reflects on these new experiences. Carmelo Anthony and A'ja Wilson discuss the pressures of their leagues.
EPISODE 4

The Curveball

When the NBA suspends the season to halt the spread of COVID-19, Ja does what he can to keep his mind sharp and body strong during lockdown. After George Floyd is murdered in Minneapolis, Ja grapples with the racial issues in the country.
EPISODE 5

Champions Mindset

Ja goes to Orlando and bonds with his brothers on and off the court. The Grizzlies season comes to a climactic head as Ja vows to play his best game, win or lose.
EPISODE 6

Beyond the Ball

After his team's playoff hopes are cut short, Ja and his family, friends, teammates and coaches reflect on the season, his Rookie of the Year award and the young superstar's dazzling future.