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The Best Episodes of Starting 5 Season 2

Every episode of Starting 5 Season 2 ranked from best to worst. Discover the Best Episodes of Starting 5 Season 2!

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Follows 5 NBA players throughout an entire NBA series, delving into their on-court performance and off-court personal lives.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    Starting 5 Season 2 Episode 1 - Play to Win
    7.6/10(105 votes)

    #1 - Play to Win

    S2:E1

    As the road to the NBA Finals begins, Tyrese, Jaylen, Kevin, James and Shai reawaken rivalries and their relentless pursuit of basketball immortality.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. Starting 5 Season 2 Episode 2 - Love & Basketball
    7.9/10(95 votes)

    #2 - Love & Basketball

    S2:E2

    Shai silences last year's champions while juggling fatherhood and fame. James rewrites his personal playbook. A tough loss tests Tyrese's confidence.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. Starting 5 Season 2 Episode 3 - Time Keeps on Slippin'
    7.7/10(88 votes)

    #3 - Time Keeps on Slippin'

    S2:E3

    As the basketball season barrels ahead, our five superstars face different crossroads. But greatness is on the clock — and the grind is unrelenting.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. Starting 5 Season 2 Episode 4 - Mama's Boys
    8.0/10(85 votes)

    #4 - Mama's Boys

    S2:E4

    Jaylen reflects on his roots. Shai visits his hometown of Toronto. As the holidays bring joy, a high-stakes clash on the court sparks wild trade rumors.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. Starting 5 Season 2 Episode 5 - Ring Chasing
    8.1/10(77 votes)

    #5 - Ring Chasing

    S2:E5

    A blockbuster trade rocks the league. Through rumors and doubt, Kevin chases milestones. In Paris, pressure mounts on and off the court for Tyrese.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. Starting 5 Season 2 Episode 6 - Changing of the Guards
    7.9/10(75 votes)

    #6 - Changing of the Guards

    S2:E6

    Tyrese and Shai face off in a potential Finals preview. Jaylen stays grounded as Boston finishes near the top of the league. Kevin suffers a setback.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. Starting 5 Season 2 Episode 7 - What the Hali
    8.5/10(75 votes)

    #7 - What the Hali

    S2:E7

    The NBA playoff gauntlet begins. Heartbreak comes for Jaylen and the Celtics as Tyrese leads the Pacers on a red-hot run. Shai dominates against Denver.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. Starting 5 Season 2 Episode 8 - Collision Course
    9.1/10(94 votes)

    #8 - Collision Course

    S2:E8

    All the blood, sweat and ice baths have led to this. With legacy on the line, Tyrese and Shai lead their teams on a collision course for the NBA crown.

    Director:Unknown
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 2 Ratings Summary

"Play to Win" is the best rated episode of "Starting 5" season 2. It scored 7.6/10 based on 105 votes. Directed by Unknown and written by Unknown, it aired on 10/16/2025. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Love & Basketball".