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New ESPN documentary explores basketball's impact in racial injustice, gender equality and other key moments of history

ABC News(NEW YORK) — A new film series is exploring the impact of basketball — both on the court and off — and through the eyes of those closest to the game.

ESPN’s epic 20-hour documentary Basketball: A Love Story, from director Dan Klores and co-producer, retired NBA player Earl “The Pearl” Monroe, features the game’s most influential figures.

“It’s just such a beautiful story. Pro, college, women, Olympics, 62 short stories,” Klores told ABC News’ Nightline. “This is my passion, and I think it’s a passion of hundreds of millions of people around the world.”

The series chronicles key moments of

 

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