Pete Bell, a college basketball coach is under a lot of pressure. His team isn't winning and he cannot attract new players. The stars of the future are secretly being paid by boosters. This practice is forbidden in the college game, but Pete is desperate and has pressures from all around.

Nick Nolte
as Pete

Shaquille O'Neal
as Neon

Mary McDonnell
as Jenny

Ed O'Neill
as Ed

J. T. Walsh
as Happy

Alfre Woodard
as Lavada McRae

Penny Hardaway
as Butch

Matt Nover
as Ricky

Robert Wuhl
as Marty

Bob Cousy
as Vic