Basketball movies are back in season with Ben Affleck’s The Way Back, which comes out later this March. And from the looks of the official trailer, it’s going to be a welcome addition to the sports drama canon. It follows the story of a former basketball star (played by Affleck) who loses his family foundation to addiction. He receives a shot at redemption when given the opportunity to coach basketball at his alma mater. While quite a few sports dramas follow this formula, committed performances and a cinematic score can go a long way in making a standout basketball flick. Here are ten movies that capture the spirit and heart of the game of basketball.

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