30 for 30 (2009)

S2E3 There's No Place Like Home

This episode follows a devoted fan's relentless journey to acquire James Naismith's original basketball rules at a 2010 auction. Recognized as a pivotal artifact in the history of American sports, the fan is determined to return this significant piece of history to Lawrence, Kansas. This is the town where Naismith served as a teacher and coach at the University of Kansas for nearly four decades. The pursuit is filled with passion and dedication, emphasizing the deep connection between the past and the present of the beloved game.