Now streaming on Netflix, the series focuses on Isla Gordon (Hudson), as she’s unexpectedly given control of her family’s basketball team, the Waves. Though a fictional team and story, “Running Point” is loosely based on Lakers president Jeanie Buss.
Inspired loosely by the life of Jeanie Buss, the Netflix series counts Mindy Kaling among its creators and Kate Hudson among its stacked cast.
Real life Los Angeles Lakers exec Jeanie Buss, an admired, larger than life figure, inspired Thursday’s “Running Point,” Netflix’s 10-episode sports comedy series.
For a show hellbent on whitewashing the clearly sociopathic behaviors of sports team owners, “Running Point” is frequently funny.
Mindy Kaling's new sports comedy with Netflix and Warner Bros. Entertainment is making waves at Pepperdine University — but not for a good reason.
Running Point' follows Kate Hudson as the new president of a basketball franchise who tries to save the season, her family, and her job. [REVIEW]
Netflix's new show "Running Point" ends with a cliffhanger, leaving the door open for more. Here's what we know about a potential second season.