Soul Power: The Legend of the American Basketball Association - Season 1

First aired: 2/11/2026 4 episodes

The American Basketball Association's nine-year rivalry with the NBA transformed basketball forever. The ABA introduced the 3-point shot and Slam Dunk Contest, now game staples.

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Episodes

1. Change Is Coming

Aired: 2/12/2026

The ABA forms in 1967 and steals one of the NBA's biggest stars in the process.

2. Growing Pains

Aired: 2/12/2026

The American Basketball Association becomes the first professional league to draft underclassmen, launching the careers of Spencer Haywood and Dr. J.

3. Icarus

Aired: 2/12/2026

By utilizing unconventional leadership, the American Basketball Association experiences unprecedented success on the court.

4. Party's Over

Aired: 2/12/2026

Amidst financial woes, the crumbling American Basketball Association enters merger negotiations with the NBA.