Coach Ray is leading a basketball practice with high energy, encouraging his players and discussing their chances at the upcoming Jingle Ball Jam tournament. The grand prize is $10,000, but Ray explains that the winnings are split 50/50 between the coaches and players. Ray is struggling financially, working at a shoe store to make ends meet and dealing with personal challenges.

Ray’s former colleague Benny, now coaching the Milwaukee Bucks, visits and mentions he's putting together a team for the tournament. This sparks a conversation about team perks and Ray’s struggle to provide for his players. Ray later spends his check on new Jordans for his players, hoping to help them despite his own financial difficulties.