Netflix’s comedy series “Running Point” returns for a second season, offering a sharp, behind-the-scenes glimpse into the high-stakes world of professional basketball management through the lens of Jeanie Buss, the Los Angeles Lakers executive who co-produces the show. Loosely based on Buss’s real-life experiences, the series blends the workplace dynamics of a corporate environment with the pressure-cooker atmosphere of an NBA franchise, drawing comparisons to the beloved sitcom ‘The Office’ but set against the glitzy, cutthroat backdrop of the Lakers.
The timing of Season 2 couldn’t be more poignant. Both Buss and the Lakers are navigating a period of significant change and uncertainty. With the team undergoing roster shake-ups and front-office strategy shifts, the show’s narrative captures the tension and resilience required to lead one of the NBA’s most storied franchises. For New Yorkers and basketball fans nationwide, the series offers a rare, dramatized peek into the complexities of managing an elite sports team — a world often obscured by the glamour of game day.
Shot in Los Angeles but resonating with viewers across the country, “Running Point” underscores the universal challenges of leadership, teamwork, and ambition. The show’s balance of humor and heart, combined with Buss’s unique perspective as a female executive in a male-dominated industry, gives it a distinct voice in the crowded landscape of sports-themed entertainment.
As New Yorkers continue to engage with basketball culture—whether at a Knicks game in Madison Square Garden or a streetball court in Brooklyn—“Running Point” invites audiences into the executive suites, where the decisions shaping the sport’s future are made. Season 2 promises to deepen that exploration, charting Buss’s journey as she strives to keep the Lakers competitive while navigating the evolving dynamics of both her personal and professional life.