JULY 17-19, 2025 | STRIP VIEW PAVILION

Join us for an extraordinary showcase of sports, film and culture at the 2025 Summer League Film Festival, held during the annual NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, NV. Daily screenings will originate at the Strip View Pavilion from inside the Thomas & Mack Center.

This festival showcases projects from all aspects of life and the impact sports has on our society.

2025 SUMMER LEAGUE FILM FESTIVAL ACCEPTED FILMS

  • Tony Allen: The Grindfather

    This documentary chronicles Allen’s journey from his childhood in Chicago, to his collegiate career in Stillwater, Okla., to his time in Boston and finally his home in Memphis, showcasing the moments that defined the Grit & Grind era and shaped the Grizzlies and Allen himself.

    Thursday, July 17, 8:00PM

    Zouk at Resort Worlds

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  • DRAŽEN

    The film follows the life of Dražen Petrović, a basketball genius who grew up in Šibenik and went on to conquer Europe and the USA. Through the lens of his most significant life moments, the film explores Dražen’s relentless determination, deep connection with his family, and immense passion for basketball–the sport that led him to [...]

    Friday, July 18, 6:00PM

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  • Kings of Vegas

    UNLV: Kings of Vegas is a four-part documentary event that finally tells the untold story of one of the most dominant, polarizing, and culturally transformative teams in college basketball history — the UNLV Runnin’ Rebels. For decades, outsiders have speculated, debated, and dissected their rise. Now, for the first time, the players who lived it [...]

    Saturday, July 19, 7:25PM

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  • Sweetwater

    Hall of Famer, Nat 'Sweetwater' Clifton, makes history as the first African American to sign an NBA contract, forever changing the game of basketball. The story follows Nat “Sweetwater” Clifton, a Globetrotter and the best “unknown” basketball player of that era, navigating through tough times and changing the game of basketball forever when he becomes [...]

    Thursday, July 17, 7:05PM

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  • Nate Robinson: To Inspire

    Facing the reality of living only a week or two without dialysis, Nate Robinson shares his fears and the emotional toll of his condition. His story took a hopeful turn when Shane Cleveland, inspired by his wife's previous kidney donation, decided to help.

    Thursday, July 17, 3:35PM

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  • Montréal-Nord: A Place to Dream

    From the streets of Montréal-North to becoming a defensive force in the NBA with The Oklahoma City Thunder, basketball has been Luguentz Dort's lifelong journey. His Haitian roots, the grit of Parc Saint-Laurent, the founding of Maizon Dort and the unwavering spirit of his community have shaped him into everything he is today. A Buckets [...]

    Thursday, July 17, 4:35PM

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  • A MOMENT IN MILAN

    Jaime Jaquez Jr.’s trip to Milan and Como—his first time in Europe—was full of self-discovery. Joined by his father, the Miami Heat rising star took another incredible step on a journey that started for his family back in Guadalajara, Mexico.

    Thursday, July 17, 4:10PM

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  • The Asylum

    Frank Martin and Miami High welcome three-time NBA champion Udonis Haslem, a young kid from one of Miami’s roughest neighborhoods who was as hungry to win as he was to learn about the game. Their story has never been told, and it’s a crazy one, which is why it could only happen in one place: The Asylum.

    Thursday, July 17, 4:55PM

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  • Dialing Scottie

    In 2014, Bulls legend and NBA Hall of Famer Scottie Pippen changed his phone number. Shortly after, George - a then 14-year old middle school student with no ties to the Chicago Bulls or Scottie Pippen - unknowingly claimed Pippen's old phone number. In the years following, George has had plenty of people reaching out [...]

    Saturday, July 19, 6:10PM

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  • Pros and Cons

    Pros and Cons is a film, produced with Keyon Dooling, exploring life after sports, on a journey through federal prison with Dooling, the first Vice President of the NBA Players’ Association, and one of the 18 former NBA players arrested for defrauding the NBA’s Healthcare Policy. This film serves as an investigation into the case, [...]

    Saturday, July 19th, 5:30PM

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  • Streetball: The Untold Stories of Basketball Stars

    On the asphalt courts of America, legends are born outside the spotlight. STREETBALL is a raw, high-energy documentary series uncovering ten untold stories of players who traded arenas for blacktops — and built empires from grit, swagger, and social media. From coast to coast, the East and West Coast Squads clash in a culture where [...]

    Thursday, July 17th, 3:00 PM

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  • Groupies

    In this comedic tale, a group of ambitious but minimally educated millennials set out on a mission to transform their lives by pursuing wealthy athletes, hoping to secure a lavish lifestyle through relationships with successful ballers. Their ultimate goal? To snag a baller and, if possible, his luxurious Bentley.

    Saturday, July 19th, 6:45 PM

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  • Bust!

    Kameron Richards' professional basketball career ended so terribly, he took on the name "Bust". When he's offered a chance at a comeback through a fledgling sportswear company, he must return home and confront all that he's left behind. From basketball legend and Executive Producer Greg Oden, comes a tale of redemption that aims to humanize [...]

    Saturday, July 19th, 4:50 PM

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  • Chinese Destiny

    Several years ago, Miami Heat veteran Kyle Anderson and his mom, Suzanne, made an amazing discovery: they had family roots in China. That led to them meeting their long-lost relatives for the first time in 2018 in a small village in Shenzhen, where his great grandfather was born.

    Thursday, July 17th, 3:55 PM

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  • Three Point Revolution

    The documentary revisits the thriller gold medal matchup in the 1987 Pan American Games in Indianapolis and draws a parallel between style and stats seen in the Brazilian way of playing then and the NBA now.

    Saturday, July 19th, 1:30 PM

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  • Basketball Stories: Bay Area Hoops

    After 25 years, NBA All-Star Weekend returns to the Bay Area. Basketball Stories: Bay Area Hoops celebrates how this community has shaped the basketball legends honored at the league’s annual showcase. Hear from Warriors superstar Stephen Curry, whose revolutionary impact on the game perfectly reflects the Bay Area’s culture of innovation and resilience, along with [...]

    Thursday, July 17th, 2:10 PM

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  • Hoop Like This – Sneak Peek

    The best Indian basketball players from around the globe join forces to compete in the world's highest stakes basketball tournament on ESPN to prove to the world that brown men can jump. Note* This project is a Work In Progress and will only be a Short Excerpt Screening.

    Thursday, July 17th, 6:20 PM

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  • Hoops of Heritage

    Hoops of Heritage shows how Serbia’s turbulent past—wars, sanctions, and hardship—forged a national identity around basketball. From street-corner hoops to packed arenas, the game unites the country’s seven million people and fuels a talent pipeline that produced NBA stars like three-time MVP Nikola Jokić.

    Friday, July 18th, 5:15 PM

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  • Winter Park – Ten Years Later

    A documentary following NBA player Austin Rivers' illustrious basketball career at Winter Park High School where he was able to step out of his father, Doc Rivers', shadow and into the spotlight as the nation's #1 recruit and back-to-back state champion.

    Thursday, July 17th, 5:30 PM

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  • The Education of Lucky Lloyd Walton

    Lucky Lloyd Walton, a former Milwaukee Bucks point guard and Marquette All American, went from receiving five fails his senior year in high school, recovering from drug addiction to becoming the third player in NBA history to receive his doctorate degree…. in Education. However, Lloyd’s real education came long before his doctorate degree. The Education [...]

    Saturday, July 19th, 2:45 PM

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  • Dreams Beyond Borders

    Tucked away in the far eastern outskirts of Europe lies the Republic of Georgia. Rarely has the country seen basketball success outside of its borders. Now, San Antonio Spurs forward Sandro Mamukelashvili is leading Georgian basketball's historic path in FIBA competition.

    Friday, July 18th, 4:55 PM

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  • Fatherless No More

    A former Super Bowl Champion turned Orlando pastor follows a divine calling to live in an RV on Rikers Island, risking everything to bring hope, healing, and redemption to one of America’s most notorious jails.

    Saturday, July 19th, 3:20 PM

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  • Bulletproof: The Christyn Williams Story

    Bulletproof chronicles the powerful journey of an elite athlete fighting her way back from the sidelines. From long days in rehab to unfamiliar courts overseas, Christyn rebuilds her confidence, her game, and her identity. Through setbacks, solitude, and the relentless grind of proving she still belongs, her story unfolds as a raw and intimate portrait [...]

    Friday, July 18th, 1:30 PM

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  • Train: The Dick “Night Train” Lane Story

    "Train: The Night Train Lane Story" is a captivating documentary that follows the remarkable life of Dick "Night Train" Lane, a pioneering figure in professional football. From his challenging beginnings as an abandoned infant to his rise as a dominant player on the field and in the world of Madden football, Lane's journey epitomizes resilience, [...]

    Friday, July 18th, 4:10 PM

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  • Bitcoin Season

    Bitcoin Season profiles the first-ever "Bitcoin-only" partnerships with an NBA franchise (the Cleveland Cavaliers) and a player representation agency (Klutch Sports). These landmark deals signal a powerful new era of financial strategy for both athletes and organizations. 

    Friday, July 18th, 2:00 PM

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  • Beyond The Destroyer

    In the feature-length documentary Beyond the Destroyer, filmmaker Al Attles III steps behind the camera to tell the story of his father, Al Attles, a trailblazing, Hall of Fame, NBA player, coach and executive, whose legacy helped shape the soul; of the Golden State Warriors. Known as the Destroyer for his fierce play and unshakable [...]

    Thursday, July 17th, 2:45 PM

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  • Rebound

    Sebastien Bellin, a former professional basketball player, is on his way to New York, leaving from Brussels Airport. When he receives his boarding pass a bomb goes off in Brussels Airport. He runs towards security when a second bomb explodes only a few feet away. Bellin nearly dies on March 22nd, 2016 in a terrorist [...]

    Friday, July 18th, 3:45 PM

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  • Hoop Portraits

    Hoop Portraits showcases what one must sacrifice to the game of basketball in order to make it professionally. From AAU to high school to college to the pros, this vérité documentary weaves together portraits of a diverse cast of hoopers whose shared dream is to be drafted into the NBA or WNBA.

    Friday, July 18th, 3:05 PM

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  • Beyond The Court

    Take a look behind the scenes of Sports Business Classroom, the program training a new generation of passionate sports professionals. The experiences of past participants, graduates, and instructors show what really goes into working for the NBA and how their hopes and dreams are forged here in Las Vegas.

    Friday, July 18th, 2:35 PM

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  • A TIME TO YELL: MORE THAN A STATUE

    We have all seen the violence and despicable rhetoric that came out of the “Unite the Right” rally in Charlottesville, Virginia on August 12th, 2017. But if you think you know how we got there and what happened that day, think again. “A Time to Yell: More Than a Statue” is the untold story from [...]

    Saturday, July 19th, 3:55 PM

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  • No Mistakes

    In order to remedy a game-ending mistake, a volleyball player must face off against a different type of opponent - his own subconscious.

    Saturday, July 19th, 2:25 PM

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  • One Handed Fighter

    Raised in a military family and born with one hand, a Mexican-American jiu‑jitsu fighter found belonging on the mat. But when he’s suddenly fired, he must grapple with adversity and face the greatest challenge of all: becoming the coach he never had.

    Saturday, July 19th, 2:00 PM

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  • Surrender To The Sound

    Surrender to the Sound is about Angel City FC’s unrivaled women’s soccer supporter groups, dubbed ‘La Fortaleza,’ as they devotedly take on their second inaugural season. In particular, this film focuses on one main character, Lesly Vanessa, as she navigates her personal struggles through her second family, AC Pandemonium, one of Angel City FC’s official [...]

    Friday, July 18th, 3:55 PM

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  • The First World Basketball Day

    “The First World Basketball Day” — a mini-documentary by Bristol Studio that takes you behind the scenes of a historic journey—how World Basketball Day was conceptualized, championed, and ultimately recognized as an international holiday by the United Nations General Assembly in 2023.

    Friday, July 18th, 3:50 PM

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A MESSAGE FROM KG

We’re back – Year Two! 2025 marks 21 years of NBA Summer League. That vision came to life and now we’re making history again with the second annual NBA Summer League Film Festival.

Big shoutout to Albert, Warren, and the entire Summer League crew for continuing to push the culture forward. What started as a hoop dream has grown into something even bigger – a space where basketball and storytelling collide. Last year blew up. This year? We’re taking it even further. We’ve got short docs, feature films, streaming projects, and more. It all comes from the minds of hoopers – current players, ex-players – the whole fraternity.

The Summer League Film Festival is a platform for athletes to flex off the court – to show the world their creativity, vision, and hustle in a whole new way. This ain’t just about basketball, it’s about expanding the game’s cultural impact through film, TV, and media.

Welcome to the movement. You’re not just watching history – you’re part of it. Let’s get it!

SHOWCASE YOUR FILM AT THE 2025 VEGAS SUMMER LEAGUE FILM FESTIVAL

Calling All Sports Film Directors & Storytellers:
Applications are now open to submit your project to showcase at the 2025 Vegas Summer League Film Festival.

We are seeking films which offer originality, fresh perspectives and untold stories within the sports world. Whether it’s an underdog’s journey to triumph, an exploration of the cultural impact of sports on communities, or a deep dive into the personal struggles and victories of athletes off the field, we want narratives that resonate on a human level.

We anticipate several studios and decision makers on site, and all selected filmmakers will receive an invite to a private SLFF Tip Off event, attended by top athletes, agents, and industry professionals.

For more information on event details, rules, submission requirements, submission fees and deadlines, please click the button below:

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VEGAS SUMMER LEAGUE FILM FESTIVAL CATEGORIES

Narrative Shorts (Max. Runtime: 20 min.)

Documentary Shorts (Max. Runtime: 20 min.)

Narrative Feature (Max. Runtime: 120 min.)

Documentary Feature (Max Runtime: 120 min.)

VEGAS SUMMER LEAGUE FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS & PRIZES

Best Narrative Feature

Best Documentary Feature

Best Narrative Short

Best Documentary Short

Audience Choice Award

VEGAS SUMMER LEAGUE FILM FESTIVAL CATEGORIES

Narrative Shorts (Max. Runtime: 20 min.)

Documentary Shorts (Max. Runtime: 20 min.)

Narrative Feature (Max. Runtime: 120 min.)

Documentary Feature (Max Runtime: 120 min.)

VEGAS SUMMER LEAGUE FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS & PRIZES

Best Narrative Feature

Best Documentary Feature

Best Narrative Short

Best Documentary Short

Audience Choice Award

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

SHOWCASE YOUR FILM AT THE 2025 VEGAS SUMMER LEAGUE FILM FESTIVAL

Calling All Sports Film Directors & Storytellers:
Applications are now open to submit your project to showcase at the 2025 Vegas Summer League Film Festival.

We are seeking films which offer originality, fresh perspectives and untold stories within the sports world. Whether it’s an underdog’s journey to triumph, an exploration of the cultural impact of sports on communities, or a deep dive into the personal struggles and victories of athletes off the field, we want narratives that resonate on a human level.

We anticipate several studios and decision makers on site, and all selected filmmakers will receive an invite to a private SLFF Tip Off event, attended by top athletes, agents, and industry professionals.

For more information on event details, rules, submission requirements, submission fees and deadlines, please click the button below:

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE

VEGAS SUMMER LEAGUE FILM FESTIVAL CATEGORIES

Narrative Shorts (Max. Runtime: 20 min.)

Documentary Shorts (Max. Runtime: 20 min.)

Narrative Feature (Max. Runtime: 120 min.)

Documentary Feature (Max Runtime: 120 min.)

VEGAS SUMMER LEAGUE FILM FESTIVAL AWARDS & PRIZES

Best Narrative Feature

Best Documentary Feature

Best Narrative Short

Best Documentary Short

Audience Choice Award

CLICK HERE TO LEARN MORE