The Starting 5 soundtrack includes songs by Jay-Z, Billie Eilish and Kendrick Lamar. This info article contains composer and music supervisor details for Peter J. Scalettar’s NBA-themed Netflix series. Visit the Soundtracks of Television section for more soundtrack song time codes and track listings.

Starting 5 follows five NBA stars during the 2023-2024 season. In Los Angeles, LeBron chases another title. Over in Sacramento, Domantas Sabonis goes under the radar while improving his skills. Meanwhile, Jimmy Butler displays his personality in Miami, and Anthony Edwards develops into a superstar for Minnesota. Elsewhere, Jayson Tatum plays it cool in Boston while trying to reach the NBA Finals. Composer James McAlister (Theater Camp) scored the Netflix NBA series; music supervisor Peymon Maskan (A Man in Full) selected the featured needle-drops. Here’s every song in Starting 5.

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Starting 5 Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 1 “Meet the Hoopers Part I”

• “Run It” by DJ Snake feat. Rick Ross & Rich Brian (00:01): The Starting 5 soundtrack song scores a montage. A Jayson Tatum-themed sequence begins. NBA analyst Renee Montgomery talks about the lack of a championship ring for the Boston Celtic player.
• “Worship” by Jon Batiste (00:04): A montage sequence begins. Domantas talks about NBA players being swapped out every year. He says, “You gotta work for your spot.”
• “Roc Boys (And the Winner Is)… ” by Jay-Z (00:04): LeBron rides in a vehicle. The Starting 5 music plays from the speaker system. LeBron raps along to the music.
• “Sugar, We’re Goin Down” by Fall Out Boy (00:11): Jimmy talks about his “emo” alter ago. The Starting 5 soundtrack song continues during a transition sequence. Jimmy displays an emo look for the Miami Heat media day.
• “I’m Shipping Up to Boston” by Dropkick Murphys (00:17): The Boston Celtics draft Jayson Tatum. Irish folk music accompanies a basketball sequence. Jayson discusses his mindset upon being drafted.
• “Life Is What You Make It” by Cast (00:21): LeBron discusses his love for music. He talks about specific vibes. Music plays from a speaker system as LeBron raps along to the Nas track.
• “We Are the Champions” by Queen (00:23): LeBron prepares for a game. The Starting 5 soundtrack song plays from a speaker system. LeBron discusses the “iconic” tune.
• “La Traviata, Act I: “Libiamo ne’ lieti calici” by KPM Philharmonic Orchestra, Viktor Zinoviy, Júlia Sipos, KPM Choir & Lajos Barna (00:36): Jimmy discusses dominoes and training. A slo-mo basketball sequence begins. Jimmy talks about seeing the game differently.
• “ooh la la (Remix)” by Run the Jewels feat. DJ Premiere, Greg Nice & Lil Wayne (00:38): A Minneapolis sequence begins. Anthony states that he doesn’t look up to anybody in the NBA. The Starting 5 music scores the episode’s final moments and end credits.

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Starting 5 Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 2 “Meet the Hoopers Part II”

• “Fly” by Quavo & Lenny Kravitz (00:00): The Starting 5 soundtrack song accompanies the opening sequence. Anthony discusses his athletic abilities. He says, “I like to dunk on people.”
• “Be Like Mike (I Wanna)” by Teknoe (00:04): Anthony talks about comparisons to Michael Jordan. Game footage displays his personality. The music from Michael Jordan’s iconic Gatorade commercials play over the scene.
• “Swat” by J Balvin & Luar La L (00:21): An airport sequence begins. Anthony talks about traveling during the NBA season. He says, “Y’all do the math!”
• “When I See U” by Cast (00:37): Anthony holds his girlfriend’s son during an interior scene. The Starting 5 soundtrack song plays from a speaker system. Anthony sings a Fantasia tune.
• “Careful” by Teezo Touchdown (00:41): Anthony falls on his hip while playing against Oklahoma City. A commentator discusses the injury. The Starting 5 music scores the episode’s final moments and end credits.

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Starting 5 Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 3 “Survival of the Fittest”

• “If You Know You Know” by Pusha T (00:01): Anthony discusses his hip injury. The Starting 5 soundtrack song scores an exterior jogging scene. Anthony works out.
• “Think 4 Yourself” by La Fine Équipe & Mattic (00:02): Anthony discusses a pizza delivery at his home. Music plays from a speaker system. Anthony eats pizza while wearing teal sweats.
• “Untitled (How Does It Feel)” by D’Angelo (00:03): Jimmy thinks about the dumbest question he’s ever been asked. The Starting 5 music continues during a massage sequence. Jimmy talks about getting his body ready for sports.
• “Where Ya Feetwork At” by Tre Oh Fie (00:06): The Starting 5 soundtrack song scores a game sequence. Jimmy plays against the New York Knicks. The music drops as he rolls his ankle.
• “BLACKOUT” by Turnstile (00:30): A Las Vegas sequence begins. The NBA In-Season Tournament begins. LeBron and the Los Angeles Lakers play against the Indians Pacers.
• “We Paid” by Cast/Lil Baby & 42 Dugg (00:38): The Lakers win the NBA In-Season Tournament. A locker room sequence begins. LeBron and various teammates rap along to the music.

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Starting 5 Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 4 “Father Christmas”

• “THE GREATEST” by Billie Eilish (00:00): LeBron talks about his children. The Starting 5 soundtrack song continues during the title sequence. LeBron plays basketball with his son Bronny during archival footage.
• “California Christmas” by Switchfoot (00:12): Jayson hangs out with his family. A graphic reads, “8 Days Until Christmas.” Jayson enters a vehicle.
• “Deck the Halls Overture” by Frederic Rene Bernard Sans (00:16): Shashana Sabonis enjoys holiday time at her home. The music continues during a transition sequence. Shashana talks about maximizing time with her family.
• “Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy” by TBA (00:17): A Miami sequence begins. The Starting 5 soundtrack song plays during an interior scene. Jimmy wraps a gift for his daughter.
• “Jingle Bells” by TBA (00:19): Jimmy rests during Christmas morning. The Starting 5 music continues during an interior scene. Jimmy walks down a staircase.
• “This Christmas” by Chris Brown (00:19): A Christmas morning sequence continues. Jimmy navigates his home. He sings along to the music.
• “Go Tell It on the Mountain” by TBA (00:38): Jayson finishes a post-game interview. The music continues during a transition sequence. LeBron greets various people after playing the Boston Celtics.

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Starting 5 Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 5 “The Struggle Is Real”

• “THE REV3NGE” by Joey Bada$$ (00:05): The Minnesota Timberwolves play against the Boston Celtics. The Starting 5 soundtrack song continues as Jayson makes a three-pointer. Ramona Shelburne describes him as “the perfect Celtic.”
• “Purple Rain” by Cast (00:14): Jimmy prepares for a music video shoot. He talks about the musician Prince during a green room scene. Jimmy sings while getting dressed.
• “So Much (For Stardust)” by Fall Out Boy (00:14): A music video sequence continues. Jimmy rehearses with a choreographer. He performs during a music video shoot.
• “The Beam Team” by MAK aka Kizzle (00:21): The Starting 5 soundtrack song accompanies a game sequence. The Sacramento Kings host the Miami Heat. Domantas gets hyped up with his teammates.
• “Just One of Those Days” by Sizzla (00:33): An exterior shot begins. A graphic establishes the setting as Parlor Sports Bar in Boston, Massachusetts. A bar patron talks about the Celtics losing to the Lakers.

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Starting 5 Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 6 “All Star, Baby”

• “Spicy” by Nas feat. Fivio Foreign & A$AP Ferg (00:03): Anthony boards a flight. The Starting 5 soundtrack song scores a montage sequence. Anthony celebrates an all-star selection.
• “Home” by Good Neighbours (00:07): Domantas vacations with his family in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico. The Starting 5 music accompanies a pool scene. Domantas discusses turning basketball “off” during a vacation.
• “I’m Him” by bdifferent (00:21): Anthony wears pink during a baby shower. A dinner sequence begins. Various people dance together.

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Starting 5 Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 7 “Push”

• “TBA” by TBA (00:06): Anthony holds his newborn daughter. The Starting 5 soundtrack song continues during a transition sequence. Jimmy spends time with his kids.
• “Lose Control” by Silk (00:25): An exterior montage begins. LeBron walks outdoors. He sings while holding a phone.
• “Let’s Go” by Key Glock (00:28): LeBron discusses a unique road trip. The Starting 5 music continues during a transition sequence. The Lakers play the New Orleans Hornets during the NBA Play-In Tournament.

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Starting 5 Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 8 “I’m Here!”

• “Seven Nation Army” by Cast (00:01): The Starting 5 soundtrack song is featured during an interior scene. Domantas and the Kings prepare for a game against the New Orleans Hornets. Fans sing a customized version (“Domantas Sabonis”) of a classic by The White Stripes.
• “BACKBONE” by Chase & Status & Stormzy (00:27): The track accompanies a playoffs sequence. The Minnesota Timberwolves compete against the Phoenix Suns. Anthony takes over the game.
• “Show Me How You Shine” by bdifferent (00:29): Minnesota defeats Phoenix. Anthony sings after the game. The Starting 5 music is featured again at 00:30.
• “Big Dawgs” by Hanumankind & Kalmi (00:29): The Starting 5 soundtrack song scores a playoffs sequence. Anthony discusses his confidence after a win. The music continues during a playoffs montage.

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Starting 5 Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 9 “Passing the Torch”

• “Long in the Tooth” by The Budos Band (00:09): LeBron relaxes before a game. The Starting 5 soundtrack song plays from the speaker system. LeBron raps along to the music.
• “Alter Ego” by Doechii & JT (00:22): Anthony and teammate Mike Conley talk about the Timberwolves’ playoff history. The music continues during a transition sequence. Anthony and the Timberwolves begin a playoff series against the Denver Nuggets.
• “TBA” by TBA(00:25): Anthony plays against the Denver Nuggets. He takes over the game. NBA commentator Reggie Miller talks about Anthony’s third career 40-point playoff game.
• “Werewolves in London” by Warren Zevon (00:41): The Starting 5 music accompanies a playoff sequence. Minnesota competes against Denver. They win the seventh and final game.

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Starting 5 Soundtrack: Every Song in Season 1, Episode 10 “Just Be Yourself”

• “Leaving the Light” by Genesis Owusu (00:00): Jayson prepares for a playoff series. The Starting 5 soundtrack song scores a montage sequence. Jayson talks about winning a championship.
• “Talk My Shit 4″ by Lebra Jolie (00:04): The music accompanies a game sequence. Boston plays Indiana in the Eastern Conference Finals. The track plays during a first half sequence.
• “Come with Me” by YFN Lucci feat. Dreezy (00:07): Anthony hangs out at his home. The track plays from a speaker system. Anthony sings along to the music while wearing a red sweatshirt.
• “10 Points” by Nas (00:18): The Timberwolves go down 2-0 against the Dallas Mavericks during the Western Conference Finals. Anthony talks about maintaining his confidence. The Starting 5 music plays from a speaker system during an interior training scene.
• “I’m Him” by bdifferent (00:20): Minnesota plays Dallas during the Western Conference Finals. Anthony talks about closing out the fourth game. He says, “I just had a different juice about myself.”
• “Float” by Janelle Monáe feat. Seun Kuti & Egypt 80′ (00:27): Anthony rests at his home after losing to Dallas. The Starting 5 music continues during a transition sequence. Anthony works out.
• “BIG DEAL” by Al-Doms (00:31): An interior arena sequence begins. The Starting 5 soundtrack song scores a montage. Jayson wears an all-black outfit.
• “Keep Marchin'” by Raphael Saadiq (00:48): Boston wins the NBA championship. Jayson says, “What are they going to say now?” He raises his hands and engages with Celtic fans.
• “Lovin’ Man” by Eugene McDaniels (00:51): An exterior sequence begins. The Boston Celtics celebrate their championship season. Jayson says, “The parade was unlike anything I could’ve ever imagined.”
• “Not Like Us” by Kendrick Lamar (00:54): A Los Angeles sequence begins. LeBron works out at a training center. The Lakers draft his son, Bronny.
• “TBA” by Artist (00:56): Jayson hangs out during a kitchen scene. His son says, “Are you just gonna keep filming me while I eat? The Starting 5 soundtrack song scores the episode’s final moments and end credits.

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