BUZZER BEATER (2007)

Hideyoshi, once a street punk and now a professional, is drafted onto Earth Team, a basketball squad made up entirely of humans. Their opponents, the Gorons, are a physically stronger alien race that has controlled the sport for a long time. Hideyoshi’s confidence quickly collides with dissatisfaction about his new teammates, while the Gorons bring unexpected tactics to the competition.

Blending science fiction, action, sports, and comedy, this finished 2007 TV series runs for 13 episodes. Its appeal comes from the friction between human determination, Hideyoshi’s cocky attitude, and the Gorons’ physical advantage, keeping the game focused on competition, rivalry, and fresh challenges.

• Human versus alien basketball rivalry
• Hideyoshi’s bold, unruly attitude
• Action, sports, comedy, and sci-fi

Fans of sci-fi sports stories, alien competition, and cocky human leads will enjoy this series.