risingthermal

Really enjoying the show! How much work did the actors put in to actually playing like their real life counterparts? Quincy Isaiah does an absolutely amazing job as Magic in that regard I think, as does Solomon Hughes as Kareem. I thought it was a little interesting that the show seems to create an image of Cooper as one of the high scorers on the team, when in reality he was always mainly a defensive specialist. Was that a decision due to your own (or your stunt double’s) experience/ athleticism? It does make for exciting tv!

Haha, I see how my question was a little unclear, as “playing like” could mean either “acting like” or “playing basketball in the style of” as I’d intended. It goes without saying that you all put a lot of work into “acting like” your characters! The casting for this show is very impressive.

Thanks for the answer. Your performance is definitely a highlight, and what you wrote makes a lot of sense regarding Cooper’s character arc.