Kevin Durant's latest film celebrates New York’s rich basketball history, focusing on stylistic influence and cultural impact rather than on NBA accomplishments.
But the 12-time all-star ventured onto the red carpet in Manhattan on Tuesday to promote his new Showtime film, “NYC Point Gods.” After the rare summer public appearance, Durant sent a text message to Cam’ron to thank him for his contributions to the documentary, which traces the history of New York point guards from Tiny Archibald and Pearl Washington to Mark Jackson, Kenny Smith and Stephon Marbury.
“The challenge was trying to separate yourself in a city with so many people doing the same thing that you’re doing,” said Smith, a 10-year NBA veteran who is now a TNT commentator. “If I lived in Idaho, I don’t really have to work as hard to be noticed.” Left mostly unsaid by the film: Anderson, Marbury and others didn’t quite make the transition from playground legends to NBA legends. “NYC Point Gods” acknowledges that city point guards often get labeled as poor shooters, and it hints that strong-willed personalities can be a blessing and a curse.
This lasting influence has become fertile ground for filmmakers. Marbury was the subject of a 2019 film “A Kid from Coney Island,” and Netflix recently announced plans for a new documentary about “AND1,” a brash clothing and sneaker brand that rose to prominence in the early 2000s and later launched a worldwide basketball tour.
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