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The Best Episodes of Swagger

Every episode of Swagger ranked from best to worst. Let's dive into the Best Episodes of Swagger!

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A basketball prodigy must navigate a maze of pressure if he's going to overcome the odds against him and learn what it truly means to have swagger.

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
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    Swagger Season 1 Episode 1 - NBA
    5.4/10(5 votes)

    #1 - NBA

    S1:E1

    All eyes are on Jace, a 14-year-old basketball phenom in the DMV (DC, Maryland, Virginia), who joins a team coached by Ike, a former rising star.

    Director:Reggie Rock Bythewood
    Writer:Reggie Rock Bythewood

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  2. Swagger Season 1 Episode 10 - Florida
    5.0/10(5 votes)

    #2 - Florida

    S1:E10

    An injured Jace considers ignoring doctor's orders, risking his health for the sake of Swagger DMV.

    Director:Alex Hall
    Writers:Reggie Rock Bythewood, Katrina O'Gilvie, Norman Vance Jr.

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  3. Swagger Season 1 Episode 6 - All on the Line
    4.6/10(5 votes)

    #3 - All on the Line

    S1:E6

    Jace and his teammates deal with the aftermath of their actions. Musa finds out his grandfather has COVID-19.

    Director:Nijla Mu'min
    Writer:Nijla Mu'min

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  4. Swagger Season 1 Episode 5 - 24-Hour Person
    4.5/10(4 votes)

    #4 - 24-Hour Person

    S1:E5

    After Crystal shares a secret with Jace, he worries about her safety and tries to help.

    Director:Rachel Leiterman
    Writers:Steve DiUbaldo, Katrina O'Gilvie

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  5. Swagger Season 1 Episode 9 - Follow-Through
    4.5/10(4 votes)

    #5 - Follow-Through

    S1:E9

    Ike and Jace set aside their differences to take on a former rival who stands between them and nationals.

    Director:Janice Cooke
    Writers:Eric Simonson, Nijla Mu'min, Danielle Iman

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  6. Swagger Season 2 Episode 8 - Journey and Destination
    4.5/10(4 votes)

    #6 - Journey and Destination

    S2:E8

    Swagger Prep play their most important game of the season. The players share their plans for the future.

    Director:Katina Medina Mora
    Writers:George Dohrmann, Racquel Baker

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  7. Swagger Season 1 Episode 2 - Haterade
    4.2/10(4 votes)

    #7 - Haterade

    S1:E2

    Ike merges with another basketball program to form a powerhouse team, while a determined Jace struggles to regain his #1 ranking.

    Director:Alex Hall
    Writer:Samantha Corbin-Miller

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  8. Swagger Season 1 Episode 3 - Mano a Mano
    4.2/10(4 votes)

    #8 - Mano a Mano

    S1:E3

    Jace competes with Nick to claim the top spot in the DMV, as Ike confronts his past.

    Director:Alex Hall
    Writers:Hector Oliveras Garcia, Eric Simonson

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  9. Swagger Season 1 Episode 4 - We Good?
    4.2/10(4 votes)

    #9 - We Good?

    S1:E4

    As Swagger DMV go up against the G-Dubs, Jace will have to decide what's most important—a personal win or a team win.

    Director:Rachel Leiterman
    Writer:Norman Vance Jr.

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  10. Swagger Season 1 Episode 8 - Still I Rise
    4.0/10(5 votes)

    #10 - Still I Rise

    S1:E8

    Swagger DMV return home as social media sensations but face an uphill climb to qualify for nationals.

    Director:Janice Cooke
    Writers:Steve DiUbaldo, George Dohrmann, Samantha Corbin-Miller

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  11. Swagger Season 1 Episode 7 - #RADICALS
    3.8/10(5 votes)

    #11 - #RADICALS

    S1:E7

    Six months after the season shutdown, Swagger DMV embark on a road trip and play in a tournament where they're confronted with racism.

    Director:Reggie Rock Bythewood
    Writers:Reggie Rock Bythewood, George Dohrmann

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  12. Swagger Season 2 Episode 5 - Are We Free?
    3.8/10(4 votes)

    #12 - Are We Free?

    S2:E5

    Team Swagger play a game at a youth detention facility, and what they experience will impact their lives forever.

    Director:Reggie Rock Bythewood
    Writers:Reggie Rock Bythewood, Racquel Baker

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  13. Swagger Season 2 Episode 1 - The World Ain't Ready
    3.0/10(3 votes)

    #13 - The World Ain't Ready

    S2:E1

    On the cusp of his senior year, Jace is offered a college scholarship. Ike faces a career decision.

    Director:Reggie Rock Bythewood
    Writer:Reggie Rock Bythewood

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  14. Swagger Season 2 Episode 2 - 18
    3.0/10(3 votes)

    #14 - 18

    S2:E2

    Jace struggles with a tough situation days away from his 18th birthday—but is he mature enough to handle it?

    Director:Matthew A. Cherry
    Writer:Steve DiUbaldo

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  15. Swagger Season 2 Episode 3 - RISE + FALL
    3.0/10(3 votes)

    #15 - RISE + FALL

    S2:E3

    Ike challenges Emory to a one-on-one game. An event from the past threatens to ruin everything for Jace and his teammates.

    Director:Matthew A. Cherry
    Writer:Joy Kecken

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  16. Swagger Season 2 Episode 4 - Through the Fire
    3.0/10(3 votes)

    #16 - Through the Fire

    S2:E4

    Jace, Crystal, and the Swagger players are seen as criminals. They'll either come together or be torn apart.

    Director:Reggie Rock Bythewood
    Writers:George Dohrmann, J.M. Holmes

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  17. Swagger Season 2 Episode 6 - Jace + Crystal
    3.0/10(3 votes)

    #17 - Jace + Crystal

    S2:E6

    After spending the day together, Jace and Crystal's relationship reaches a new level.

    Director:Nijla Mu'min
    Writers:Steve DiUbaldo, Autumn Joy Jimerson

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  18. Swagger Season 2 Episode 7 - Homecoming
    3.0/10(3 votes)

    #18 - Homecoming

    S2:E7

    With scholarship offers revoked, Jace is determined to impress college scouts. C.J. has a secret.

    Director:Katina Medina Mora
    Writers:J.M. Holmes, Rebecca Murga

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Best Episodes Summary

"NBA" is the best rated episode of "Swagger". It scored 5.4/10 based on 5 votes. Directed by Reggie Rock Bythewood and written by Reggie Rock Bythewood, it aired on 10/29/2021. This episode scored 0.4 points higher than the second highest rated, "Florida".