Inside the rise of Toronto basketball
True North S1 E1
Toronto is at the epicentre of Canada’s NBA talent boom. Meet the pioneers who have grown the game of basketball and get to know a group of young hopefuls chasing their own hoop dreams.
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Inside the rise of Toronto basketball
23 min
Meet basketball pioneers who've grown the game and get to know a group of young hopefuls chasing their dreams.
Elijah I: just a kid
15 min
See how the family of a young basketball phenom manage with raising a child in the spotlight.
King Nation I: play small, win big
23 min
King Nation AAU are on the rise and need a floor general. The responsibility falls on 15-year-old Keone Davis.
Cordell I: trust the process
15 min
Time is ticking for Cordell Veira to land a Division 1 scholarship offer.
King Nation II: the north’s American dream
15 min
Inspired by his father and the NBA players from his suburb, Jalen Celestine knows the NBA is within reach.
Elijah II: defend your crown
15 min
Elijah Fisher is set to defend his title as the best in the class of 2023.
King Nation III: bright lights
23 min
The King Nation trilogy closes with Malachi Ndur, 15, who has gone from small-town kid to major prospect.
Cordell II: for my family
15 min
A slate of big games offers Cordell Veira one last chance to catch the eye of a Division 1 coach.
Finale: making it
15 min
Catch up with each player in the midst of their journey pursuing their hoop dreams.
