Running Point

Matt Roush says...

The terrific Kate Hudson stars in a savvy and slick sports comedy from exec producers including Mindy Kaling and Ike Barinholtz—and L.A. Lakers president Jeanie Buss, no small coincidence. Hudson shines as Isla Gordon, who suddenly ascends to the presidency of her family-owned L.A. basketball team the Waves. A lifelong hoops fan who was never taken seriously by her late father or her motley trio of brothers, Isla rises to the occasion, defying skeptics in the media and facing down sexism on and off the court and boardroom. Co-stars include Justin Theroux as the disgraced bro whose addictions led the underperforming team to this transition, Drew Tarver (The Other Two) as her money-minded half-brother and the very funny Scott MacArthur as the doofus general-manager bro who leads with his heart. A twist at the end of the first episode sends the wealthy Gordons into yet another tailspin that has nothing to do with the game.

What's Worth Watching (Feb 27)