More than a Game is a 2009 documentary directed by Kristopher Belman that chronicles the journey of LeBron James and his teammates from their early days playing basketball together in Akron, Ohio to their high school years at St. Vincent-St. Mary High School. The film provides an inside look at the bond that developed between James and his teammates (Dru Joyce III, Sian Cotton, Willie McGee, and Romeo Travis) as they faced adversity on and off the court, including financial struggles, academic challenges, and personal tragedies.
The documentary shows how James emerged as a basketball prodigy and led his team to several state championships, drawing national attention and putting Akron on the map as a basketball powerhouse. The film also explores James' relationship with his coach, Dru Joyce II, and the impact of James' fame on his family and hometown.
More than a Game features interviews with James, his teammates, coaches, family members, and basketball legends such as Kobe Bryant and Magic Johnson. The film was well-received by critics and audiences alike for its engaging storytelling, emotional depth, and inspiring message about the power of teamwork, perseverance, and friendship.