Basketball or Nothing

Follow the Chinle High basketball team in Arizona's Navajo Nation on a quest to win a state championship and bring pride to their isolated community.

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32 min
1. Rezball
Used to playing a looser style called "rezball," Chinle players try to adjust to coach Raul Mendoza's more structured system as the season approaches.
36 min
2. Getting Defensive
The Wildcats play against their "brothers" from a nearby community. Assistant coach Beau highlights the challenges players face on the reservation.
33 min
3. Chance of a Lifetime
To get the season back on track, Mendoza makes a big change to the lineup. Dewayne talks about life on a ranch, while Chance reveals his inspiration.
32 min
4. Best on the Rez
The Wildcats begin the regional tournament, which will crown the top team on the reservation. Shaun's morning run pays tribute to Navajo resilience.
30 min
5. Win or Go Home
Chinle faces adversity right away as the state tournament begins. Professional golf stars Notah Begay III and Rickie Fowler speak to the team.
34 min
6. Modern-Day Warriors
As their pursuit of a state championship captivates the Chinle community, the team's seniors start to ponder life after high school.