In New York City, a town that lives and breathes hoops, every gym, every park and every milk crate nailed to a pole have significance. But in The World is Watching-a gritty tournament between elite players and coaches representing four boroughs-the stakes are even higher. Here, teams inherit qualities from the places they call home: Harlem is flashy, Queens is cocky, and Brooklyn and The Bronx are tough as nails. Competition is ferocious when neighborhood pride is on the line, but the players share much in common after the buzzer sounds. For these young athletes, basketball is not only a way of life; it is often a path to a better one. The hard work and discipline required to compete in The World is Watching translate to academics, to family, and to manhood. But first, things are settled on the court.