For Khris Middleton, helping produce 'Hoops, Hopes & Dreams' was a no
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Key Points:
- The documentary “Hoops, Hopes & Dreams,” debuting on Hulu on Martin Luther King Jr. Day, explores how MLK Jr. and Barack Obama used basketball to connect, unify, and engage young voters, winning best documentary short at the 2025 Cleveland International Film Festival.
- NBA player Khris Middleton, a producer of the film, expressed admiration for the story revealing MLK Jr.’s basketball skills and the sport's role in promoting civil rights and community unity.
- The NBA honors MLK Day annually with special games, including nine games scheduled for 2026; Middleton and the Washington Wizards will host the Los Angeles Clippers as part of these celebrations.
- Middleton highlighted the significance of playing on MLK Day, acknowledging King
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