Shut Up and Dribble
Overview
"Shut Up and Dribble" offers a compelling exploration of how athletes navigate the complex intersections of culture and politics, particularly within the NBA. This documentary series examines the evolving influence of basketball players as they become vocal advocates and change-makers in society. By delving into their personal stories and the challenges they face, it highlights the significance of sports as a platform for social commentary and activism in today's turbulent landscape.
Episodes
-
1
Part 1
In response to Laura Ingraham’s criticisms of LeBron James and fellow NBA stars for their political activism, the inaugural episode delves into the...
-
1
Pilot
Chris and Rita delve into the murder of a model found dead in her apartment. The primary suspect is her husband, Gator Ramsey, who was preparing to fi...
-
2
Part 2
In 1984, the legendary Michael Jordan emerges, making waves with his infamous phrase, “Republicans buy sneakers too,” which resonates with a new ...
-
2
Going to Babylon
After a man is discovered lifeless by the roadside, initial assessments suggest a heart attack, but detectives Chris and Rita are unconvinced. They su...
-
3
Part 3
The infamous altercation dubbed “Malice in the Palace” sparks a wave of new regulations within the NBA. Simultaneously, it empowers players to ta...
-
3
S.O.B.
-
4
In the Name of Love
During a ransom drop for his abducted daughter, a man tragically meets his end when a bale hook strikes him. As Chris and Rita delve into the case, th...
-
5
Men Seeking Women
Chris and Rita look into the murder of a young woman and quickly uncover that it’s linked to a series of killings committed by a man who targets vic...
-
6
Dirty Laundry
When a congressman is discovered dead and unclothed by the ocean, Chris and Rita take on the investigation. They begin by interviewing the victim's fa...
-
7
Hard Copy
Lorenzo and Lance delve into the murder of a despised publisher. Chris interviews the victim's wife, who was on the verge of revealing her desire for ...
-
8
Curtain Call
A neighbor discovers a woman’s lifeless body in her pool, leading to an investigation that uncovers a mysterious woman who may have been the victim'...
-
9
The Brotherhood
A schoolmate discovers the lifeless body of a young girl while out jogging, prompting Chris and Rita to suspect foul play, dubbing it a “silver plat...
-
10
Blo-Dri
In a barber shop, a mob lawyer and his stylist find themselves caught in a deadly situation when gunfire erupts, leading to their shocking demise.
-
11
Intensive Care
Chris and Rita look into the murder of a surgeon who was killed with a scalpel. All signs point to a fellow doctor who lost a promotion to the victim....
-
12
Squeeze Play
The owner of a baseball team is murdered with a baseball bat, as his wife desperately dials 911. The primary suspect in the case is a player named DJ ...
-
13
Shock Jock
A woman is discovered dead from a gunshot wound in her shower. The person who stumbles upon the scene is her boyfriend, a host of a "Shock Radio" prog...
-
14
The Sock Drawer
A woman shrouded in mystery contacts the police, warning them of an impending murder at Ocean Park by the carousel. When Lorenzo and Lance arrive on t...
-
15
Internal Affair
Responding to a burglary in progress, Chris shoots and kills one of the fleeing delinquents. The second criminal escapes, taking with him the weapon t...
-
16
Witness
Initially, a man fantasizes about watching his wife with another man, but his feelings quickly turn to jealousy, leading him to murder the man. As he ...
-
17
Domestic Agenda
Chris and Rita look into the mysterious death of a young nanny. Their main suspect is a wife who claims she was asleep when the murder occurred, despi...
-
18
Lady Luck
When Chris and Rita discover a realtor’s card in the wallet of a deceased man, they track down the woman for answers. In return for immunity, she ag...
-
19
Working Girl
Chris and Rita delve into the murder of a call girl, with their sole suspect being her most recent client, a judge facing reelection. As they piece to...
-
20
Powder Burn
Hutch assumes the role of a Jamaican drug dealer to infiltrate the operations of a notorious gun-runner and drug lord. At the same time, Rita navigate...
-
1
Baser Instincts
Rita and Chris pose as film executives on a movie set when they discover that a local film crew may be under threat from militants.
-
2
Goodtime Charlie
After being imprisoned due to Chris's testimony, a rapist is released and begins to torment him. As the threat looms closer, Chris must confront his p...
-
3
Social Call
In Palm Beach, a societal pariah is killed just as he is about to disclose a shocking revelation that could shake the community. Determined to uncover...
-
4
Wild Card
Rita and Chris find themselves drawn into a tangled situation when a rich, hedonistic businessman from Palm Beach places a hit on a petty criminal. Th...
-
5
In Too Deep
Chris and Rita look into the killing of a vice officer, and Chris finds himself grappling with the emotional weight of the situation, as the victim's ...
-
6
Bad Blood
Two siblings find themselves at the center of a horrific crime, with accusations of violently killing their parents hanging over them. Chris and Rita ...
-
7
Hot Rocks
Chris and Rita find themselves entangled in an unusual burglary operation linked to the mob, complete with murder and the eccentric informant, Dunn, w...
-
8
Scorpio Lover
The assassination of a rich Guatemalan businessman leads to significant international consequences when Chris and Rita discover that the murderer is a...
-
9
Love-15
Chris and Rita dive into the murder case of a promising young tennis star's stepfather and coach, who appears to have ties to organized crime.
-
10
The Queen Is Dead
Chris goes undercover as a judge at a beauty pageant to uncover the truth behind the shocking murder of the event's latest queen. Determined to find t...
-
11
Irreconcilable Differences
The killing of a affluent woman leads investigators to suspect her estranged spouse.
-
12
Jasmine
The passing of yet another female officer takes a heavy toll on Rita’s mental state. In her effort to cope with the exhaustion she's feeling, she de...
-
13
Crush
After the shocking murder of a troubled young man from Chris' basketball team, detectives launch an investigation that uncovers a startling love trian...
-
14
Was It Good for You Too?
Chris and Rita uncover that a disturbed woman, who seems intent on murdering her partner, is actually involved in a complex plot to conceal the killin...
-
15
Dead Weight
The murder of an investment advisor points fingers at his wife, a mistress, and his personal trainer as potential suspects. Meanwhile, Chris finds him...
-
16
Kid Stuff
A cunning and highly sexualized 17-year-old girl becomes involved in a dangerous affair with a well-respected doctor. Things spiral out of control whe...
-
17
Night Games
A couple lands in serious hot water when their unusual sexual escapades take a tragic turn, resulting in a man's death.
-
18
Meat Market
Rita goes undercover for the FBI to infiltrate and dismantle a global human trafficking operation.
-
19
Star Signs
After a love triangle takes a deadly turn involving a fraudulent astrologer, Chris and Rita dive into the investigation.
-
20
Giant Steps
Chris and Rita look into the drug overdose of a seemingly reformed addict who belonged to the elite of Palm Beach society.
-
21
Soul Kiss
Chris and Rita pretend to be an engaged couple as they check into a sex therapy clinic that holds a dark secret—the recent murder of a journalist.
-
22
Look The Other Way
Chris and Rita hesitantly agree to collaborate with a local news reporter to uncover the truth about a corrupt judge.
-
23
Voices
Rita goes undercover in a phone sex operation to track down a killer. As she navigates this unconventional environment, she must gather clues and piec...
-
1
Team Spirit
Two men in their late thirties are suddenly eliminated. They shared a college connection with Bill Marshall, and together, the three of them co-owned ...
-
2
The Perfect Alibi
A seemingly flawless murder unfolds, but in a final act of desperation, the victim manages to scrape some of the killer's skin under his fingernails.
-
3
To Serve And Protect
The adorable and charismatic head of Palm Beach's criminal scene finds himself under threat from his former mentor in New York. Despite some reluctanc...
-
4
Tough Love
Another young girl is discovered lifeless on the beach, marking the third tragic incident in just three months. In a twist, one of the neighbors attem...
-
5
Sex, Lies And Yellow Tape
While many victims find relief when a blackmailer is killed, they soon discover that the new perpetrator carries an even heavier burden.
-
6
Schemes Like Old Times
It becomes clear that both his wife and his female assistant have a deep connection to the burglar responsible for Dr. Enwright's demise. The question...
-
7
Love Never Dies
In a cutthroat fashion industry driven by desire and ambition, the tragic overdose of a young model sparks numerous inquiries. One pressing question l...
-
8
Daddy Dearest
A man expresses to his step-daughter his eagerness for her return from school the following day. Aware of his intentions to harm her, she dreads the t...
-
9
Ladies Night Out
Confronting a blackmailer by calling them 'stupid' to their face isn't exactly the wisest move unless you're willing to gamble with your own safety.
-
10
The Party's Over
Rita is found shot to death in her apartment, leaving everyone in shock. However, just a few days later, she makes a stunning reappearance, very much ...
-
11
Killer Cop
A young woman harbors a deep fascination for male police officers. Following a failed encounter, she gets behind the wheel and is pulled over by a pol...
-
12
T.K.O.
A young boxer is filled with anticipation as he prepares for his first major fight. However, his promoter unexpectedly betrays him by dismissing his c...
-
13
Judas Kiss
In this episode, aptly named "Judas Kiss," Rita and Chris find themselves betrayed by a long-time friend and ally who takes advantage of their trust. ...
-
14
Love Bandit
Kimberley Dyer finds herself dissatisfied in her marriage, especially since her husband is involved with another woman. Just when she thinks all hope ...
-
15
Whore Wars
Oscar LeMay brutally murders a prostitute, leaving both Donnie 'Dogs' Dibarto, the Mob boss, and the respected Police Captain, Harry Lipschitz, feelin...
-
16
The Scarlet Shadow
Late one night, Rita shares a heartfelt farewell hug with an old friend and coworker. However, when she discovers her friend’s lifeless body soon af...
-
17
Head 'N' Tail
A group of schoolchildren confront the perils of succumbing to a tyrannical leader. The girls find themselves in grave danger as they navigate the tre...
-
18
Freudian Slip
A married couple has been openly airing their conflicts, and when the wife is discovered dead, her husband quickly becomes the prime suspect under pol...
-
19
The Last Campaign
A young television reporter uncovers a major city fraud scheme, but her investigation leads to her brutal murder. This shocking event severely impacts...
-
20
The Deep End
When the proprietor of an adult magazine is found dead from drowning, Chris Lorenzo dives into the case, intrigued by the connection to over a dozen s...
-
21
Mother Love
Jack Stoner, once a police officer, has transformed into a wealthy and celebrated author. Seeking fresh inspiration, he is granted the opportunity to ...
-
22
Dark Heart
Chris Lorenzo receives attention from a secret admirer, but when he fails to reciprocate her feelings as she hopes, her obsession takes a dark turn.
-
1
Natural Selection (1)
A group of serial killers targets vulnerable and isolated young women, capturing their brutal murders on videotape. They then share these horrific rec...
-
2
Natural Selection (2)
Despite the loss of his most active accomplice, the leader of the serial killer remains driven by an insatiable desire to continue his murderous spree...
-
3
Reluctant Witness
Donnie 'Dogs' DiBarto, the head of the local Mob, invites Rita Lance to join him and his ailing, law-abiding father for dinner. He hopes that having R...
-
4
Maid Service
A group of Cuban girls find themselves in a dire situation in the United States, where affluent individuals coerce them into providing a 'maid service...
-
5
Carrie & Jessie
The affluent family's young daughter struggles with a dual personality, and when her domineering mother is discovered murdered, she quickly becomes th...
-
6
Where There's A Will...
Chris and Rita delve into the murder of Roland Ballentine, uncovering that he had ingested amyl nitrate, a choice he would never have made given his h...
-
7
Red Flag
Heather Sinclaire is discovered dead in her apartment by her roommate and lover, Marci Fuller, having suffered a fatal blow to the head with a basebal...
-
8
Ask The Dust
Winston Krane is found dead, and the prime suspects appear to be two individuals involved in S&M. To gather intel, Rita goes undercover at a club name...
-
9
The Mud-Queen Murders
After the murder of mud wrestler Tanya, witness Joey Mellman approaches Chris and Rita, claiming he can assist in identifying the murderer. However, L...
-
10
School of Hard Rocks
Kelly Anderson arrives at the police station, expressing her concern to Chris and Rita that her boyfriend, singer Brian Fairchild, may have been shot ...
-
11
Time Share
Bart Crowley, a wealthy elderly man, is found murdered in a sauna, with his young girlfriend, Audrey Lowe, as the prime suspect. Chris discovers the b...
-
12
Vengeance
Tamara Atkins, a former employee of Donnie Dogs' "Dream Girls," is discovered dead from what appears to be suicide outside a hotel. While investigatin...
-
13
Ghosts of the Past
Private Investigator Jack Keith, known to Chris, is discovered murdered. As Chris and Rita dig deeper, they learn Keith had been hired by affluent com...
-
14
Pas de Deux
Famed ballet dancer Steven Kincaid is found fatally stabbed in the back while reaching for a snack in his kitchen. As detectives Lance and Lorenzo dig...
-
15
Mrs. Carlisle
Chris and Rita delve into the murder of Dan Carslisle, the lavish country club owner. Valerie, his wife, reveals that they heard someone breaking in, ...
-
16
Brother's Keeper
The murder of Lorraina Garvey leaves Chris and Rita with only one lead: a report of a red Corvette spotted leaving the scene just as the crime occurre...
-
17
Champagne On Ice
In a shocking turn of events, New York private investigator Jerry Banning is discovered shot dead in his hotel room. The two Sams are left with scant ...
-
18
I Know What Scares You
Tina and Alexa, college roommates, visit the police station after being plagued by threatening phone calls. Chris, a detective from Homicide, informs ...
-
19
New Blood
Chris is partnered with a determined detective trainee, Lisa Hann, to solve the murder of Shelly Hunter, a model for Itsy Bitsy Magazine. As they delv...
-
20
Community Service
A woman is discovered dead in a hotel room, prompting Chris and Rita to delve into the case. They learn the victim, Susan Kemper, was trying to secure...
-
21
Cadillac Jack
After Rita’s friend Gina washes up on the beach in Margaritaville, she decides to assist local officers Jack Duvall and Savannah Smith with the inve...
-
22
Into The Fire
In the dead of night, Eric frantically calls Chris for help. When Chris arrives, he witnesses Eric being shot fatally and immediately chases after the...
