Netflix’s sports sitcom Running Point didn’t just sink a three-pointer with its debut—it slam-dunked its way into a Season 2 renewal faster than you can say “buzzer-beater.” Launched on February 27, 2025, the Kate Hudson-led comedy about a reformed party girl thrust into leading the fictional Los Angeles Waves basketball team has already clinched a second outing, confirmed by Netflix on March 6, 2025. Announced via a fan-fueled X video where Hudson herself cheered, “We hear you, and so did Netflix!” this early greenlight—barely a week after Season 1’s premiere—signals a rare vote of confidence from the streaming giant. With a cliffhanger finale that left jaws on the floor and a cast packed with A-listers, Running Point is poised to keep dribbling. But what’s next for Isla Gordon and her dysfunctional dynasty? Here’s everything we know—and what’s still up in the air—about Season 2.

Season 1 was a whirlwind of laughs and chaos, co-crafted by comedy titans Mindy Kaling, Ike Barinholtz, Elaine Ko, and showrunner David Stassen. Hudson’s Isla Gordon—a wild child turned team president—stepped up when her drug-addled brother Cam (Justin Theroux) bailed, leaving her to wrangle the Waves through a season of sexism, sibling rivalry, and on-court stumbles. It’s a premise that screams Ted Lasso—outsider shakes up a sports team with grit and gumption—but Running Point carves its own lane with a sharper, family-driven edge. The 10-episode run hooked viewers with its breezy 30-minute pace, landing 9.3 million views in its debut week and cracking Netflix’s Top 10 in 83 countries. That’s no fluke—it’s a testament to Hudson’s star power and a cast that’s a slam dunk in its own right.

Speaking of that cast, Season 2’s lineup looks set to bring back the heavy hitters—though exact details are still under wraps. Hudson’s confirmed as Isla, the heart of this hoopla, navigating her improbable rise with a mix of sass and soul. Expect Theroux’s Cam to loom large after his shock return from rehab in the finale, eyeing his old gig. Scott MacArthur’s Ness, the ex-pro GM, and Drew Tarver’s Sandy, the CFO brother, will likely keep the family tension simmering—Ness with his bruised ego, Sandy with his on-again-off-again romance with Charlie (Scott Evans). Brenda Song’s Ali, Isla’s sharp-tongued chief of staff, is a lock too, though fans hope she’ll get more than quips this time. The Waves’ roster—Chet Hanks’ volatile Travis, Uche Agada’s rookie Dyson, Toby Sandeman’s star Marcus—should return to stir locker-room drama, while coach Jay Brown (Jay Ellis) might complicate Isla’s love life post-kiss. Max Greenfield’s Lev, her ex-fiancé, is a question mark after bolting to Minnesota—will he bounce back into the fray?

Season 1’s ending was a full-court press of twists. Isla, against all odds, dragged the Waves to the playoffs—only to crash out in game seven, a gut-punch that left her reeling. Off the court, her breakup with Lev stung, but a steamy courtside kiss with Coach Brown flipped the script—until he bolted awkwardly, leaving her (and us) hanging. Then came the knockout: Cam, fresh from rehab, sauntered into her office, hinting he’s gunning to reclaim the presidency. It’s a cliffhanger that’s got X ablaze—“Cam’s back to steal it all!” one fan crowed—setting up a sibling showdown that could make or break the Waves. Posts on X also buzz about Isla’s love triangle: “Lev or Jay? She deserves better than both!” The Gordon family’s dysfunction is the real MVP here, and Season 2’s poised to crank it up.

What’s the game plan? Season 1 balanced basketball hijinks with family feuds—Isla proving herself amid Ness and Sandy’s sabotage, Travis’ antics, Dyson’s growth—but the finale shifted gears. Cam’s return could spark a power struggle, pitting Isla’s scrappy leadership against his tarnished legacy. Will he undermine her, or has rehab changed him? The Waves’ playoff loss might force roster shakeups—trade rumors swirled around Marcus in Season 1—while Travis’ pill-popping and Jackie’s (Fabrizio Guido) rise as a Gordon bastard add wild cards. Isla’s romance is another hoop to jump: Lev’s exit left her raw, but that Brown kiss—followed by his retreat—teases a slow burn. X fans speculate: “Jay’s too good for her baggage,” one wrote, while another begged, “Give Lev a redemption arc!” It’s less Ted Lasso’s tidy wins, more a messy scramble for control.

Running Point Season 2 Cast Details

Isla & The Waves Take The Court In Season 2

Production’s a mystery for now—no start date, no filming leaks. Season 1 shot in spring 2024, dropping a year later, so a summer 2026 tip-off for Season 2 feels plausible if they stick to that playbook. Los Angeles, the show’s beating heart, will likely stay the backdrop—UCLA’s training center and the Ritz-Carlton doubled as Waves haunts last time, with a Glasgow arena faking the stadium exterior. Kaling’s crew—Barinholtz, Stassen, and exec producers like Lakers prez Jeanie Buss—will keep the reins, promising more of that glossy, Kaling-esque wit. “We’re thrilled to deliver Season 2,” Kaling told Tudum, crediting fans and Hudson’s “dynamite charisma” (she’s at 80% on Rotten Tomatoes, with a 6/10 critic average).

So, why the rush renewal? Netflix doesn’t greenlight this fast without juice—Running Point’s 95% audience score on Rotten Tomatoes and Top 10 domination scream “hit.” It’s a rarity for the streamer, more known for gritty dramas than half-hour laughs, but Hudson and Kaling are a dream team. “A good basketball team owner listens to the fans,” Hudson grinned in that X clip, nodding to viewer clamor like “More Gordon chaos!” posts. It’s not cheap—Hudson’s an A-lister, the cast’s stacked—but it’s a bet Netflix can bankroll, unlike VFX-heavy flops. Still, some X skeptics grumble: “Too soon—let it breathe,” fearing a cash-in on Ted Lasso’s coattails.

Does it measure up? Ted Lasso fans might miss the unrelenting hope—Isla’s no Ted, and the Waves’ loss stings where Richmond triumphed. But Running Point’s bite—family knives out, real stakes—sets it apart. Season 1’s 77% Tomatometer lagged behind Lasso’s near-perfect run, with critics citing uneven plot balance (too much Gordon, not enough game). Yet its potential shines—Hudson owns Isla, the ensemble clicks, and that cliffhanger’s a hook. Season 2 could refine the mix, leaning into the court or doubling down on dynasty drama. “I see its future,” one X fan mused, echoing ScreenRant’s hope it builds on this “solid foundation.”

For now, Running Point’s a layup worth taking—funny, flawed, and teed up for more. Season 2’s renewal is a win, but the real test is ahead: can it dunk on expectations or just ride the bench? With Cam circling, Isla reeling, and the Waves wobbling, the court’s wide open. Grab your popcorn—this game’s just getting started.