For our Magic, Movies & Melanin season finale, we’re throwin’ it back to the summer of 2002 when one pair of MJ sneakers turned Lil’ Bow Wow into a full-on NBA superstar. In this episode, we revisit Like Mike and talk about everything from Calvin’s insane vert and NBA cameos to Bow Wow’s acting debut, teen crushes, and the underrated heart this movie actually had.

We talk favorite scenes, wild moments, and why this film still hits for so many of us who grew up in the era of AND1 mixtapes, and wishing we could dunk like Vince Carter. There’s laughter, some real talk, and a whole lotta love as we close out the season the only way we know how

Tap in for one last ride this season! 🏀

Timestamps:

00:21 – Introduction and Season Finale Announcement

04:40 – Plot Overview and Character Introductions

09:57 – Calvin’s Rise in Basketball

15:11 – Memorable NBA Moments and Crushes

22:13 – Bow Wow’s Film Debut and Performance

26:35 – Cameos and NBA Players in the Movie

31:12 – Favorite Scenes and Character Dynamics

37:53 – Nostalgia and Future Projects

45:52 – Cultural Impact of Like Mike and Nostalgia

51:49 – Sports Movies and Personal Connections