The Last Dance series continues with two new episodes. On the program, the portrait of Dennis Rodman, the pariah of modern basketball. And that of Phil Jackson, the Zen coach who managed to put all the pieces of the puzzle together to achieve the ultimate victory. Between legendary rivalries, rage to win and uncensored revelations, we are witnessing the emergence of a giant, from within.
Episode III: Rodman, the Leatworm
After highlighting the most iconic duo in the sport, it's time to dwell on the 3rd pillar of the team. The one through whom the scandal often arrives: Dennis Rodman. A child from New Jersey and an atypical character, Dennis Rodman entered the world of basketball at the age of 20. This is in principle unthinkable for a player in the professional league. Coming from a poor family, he avoids all the pitfalls of his situation to make a name for himself in the mythical Pistons team of the late 80s, the Detroit Bad Boys. He was given the nickname "The Worm ". Especially for his defense and his ability to stick his screw without giving him time to breathe. His mental instability and mood swings forced his franchise to move him to San Antonio, Texas. It is there that he makes the encounter that reveals him to himself and gives birth to the Rodman phenomenon. Madonna attends one of her matches and falls in love with the defender. This was followed by multiple escapades and blows. Including a Vegas getaway with Carmen Electra, who establishes Rodman as the league's free agent. Against all odds (and despite a visceral rivalry) the Bulls decided to bring him in. The goal is to give more muscle and genius to the defense while trying to channel (as best as possible) the escapades of the beast. Despite the highly controversial public figure he became, he was able to put himself at the service of the team towards the common goal: to win. 
Episode IV: A Hippie, a Revenge and a First Ring
The beginning of this episode focuses on the arrival of Phil Jackson, the Zen Master, as Head Coach for the Bulls. Coming from a modest Montana family, there was no sign that this average basketball player (although a two-time champion with the New York Knicks), would revolutionize modern basketball as a coach. After a promising career in the minor leagues, he was called to assist Doug Collins (head coach at the time). He quickly became obvious to replace him two years later.
The Triangle Attack
The team is then limited to a star (Michael Jordan) who struggles, often alone, on the field. He is helped by a few extras who are content to pass the ball to him and wait for him to do the work. The arrival of the Zen Master changes the situation. It makes it possible to impose the pattern of play that dominated the league for a decade, the triangle attack. Fruit of the thought of Tex Winter, offensive genius often benched in the organization of the team, the triangle attack has enriched the offensive palette of the team. And thus surprise the opponents to finally win. Initially greeted coldly by His Highness Jordan, we gradually discover the process that made it possible to impose this strategy as obvious. Transcending a collective to move the team from a role of flamboyant foil to a real candidate for the final victory. And the irresistible rise begins, after back-to-back losses in the conference finals to the Detroit Bad Boys. Precisely Dennis Rodman, the thirst for revenge and the trauma of these two setbacks, served as a catalyst for this team that will take revenge in the most beautiful way. By rising, for the first time, to the top of the NBA. After an epic duel between the two biggest stars of the time, Michael Jordan and Magic Johnson. 
These two episodes confirm the impression left by the first two. This is a little gem of a documentary. Especially by his editing, his interviews and a rather incredible soundtrack, which have enough to make us yearn for the future. We are held in suspense until the denouement, which promises to be epic, on May 18th.
