Tonight's Top Pick is the premiere of Celtics City, a nine-episode HBO documentary on the Boston basketball team. The program promises to delve "into the fierce rivalries, defining moments, and societal forces that have shaped the organization's enduring legacy."
While I reflect on the fierce rivalries, defining moments, and societal forces that have shaped my enduring legacy, let's see what else TV has to offer us for Monday, March 3. All times are EST.
STREAMING
A Cruel Love: The Ruth Ellis Story, 3:01 a.m., Britbox. First season finale. "The final part of the drama based on real events. Ruth is due to hang in 24 hours as she tells her lawyer the full story of what happened before David's murder."
Recipes for Love and Murder, 3:01 a.m., Acorn TV. Second season premiere. "Once Upon a Time" and "A Little Guilt Goes a Long Way." "As Hattie plans to announce her mayoral campaign through a movie drive-in charity event, a series of fires breaks out in the town. McClintock enlists the help of the local police in investigating Maria and proving she was behind the killing of Mickey." Later, "When Frank's body is taken to the mortuary for examination, the autopsy report reveals a shocking truth. Searching for answers, Maria meets with the local mechanic Ricus, but finds herself drawn into his support group." Two episodes airing, followed by one per week through Monday, April 14.
A Remarkable Place to Die, 3:01 a.m., Acorn TV. "Out of the Blue." "Anaís investigates a double homicide at a remote campsite with a shocking connection to her past." Season finale next week.
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TALKIN' 'BOUT TALK
Today, 7 a.m., NBC. An Oscars recap, plus products to improve traveling, "USA Today's Exclusive Movie Meter Reveal," and "the art of the SNL portrait." Later, what to buy this month, a social media manager who started a needlepoint business, Phylicia Rashad, LaTanya Richardson Jackson and Harry Lennix (Purpose on Broadway), easy smart home upgrades, and a mind-boosting challenge. Finally, Savannah Guthrie guest co-hosts an hour with an Oscars fashion recap, Aja Naomi King and Melissa Fumero (Grosse Pointe Garden Society), real estate tips, and the best of women-owned businesses.
Tamron Hall, times and stations vary. Ashanti shares about reuniting with Nelly and becoming a wife and mother, plus the skateboarding Brooklyn Skate Moms.
The Drew Barrymore Show, times, lengths, and stations vary. Kate Hudson (Running Point), who shares her family's favorite taco recipe. In the second half, Kate's costars Brenda Song, Drew Tarver, and Scott MacArthur.
PRE-PRIMETIME SPORTS
NBA Basketball, 7 p.m., NBA TV. Golden State Warriors vs. Charlotte Hornets.
College Basketball, 7 p.m., ESPN. Wake Forest vs. Duke.
TGL Golf, 7 p.m., ESPN2. New York Golf Club vs. Boston Common Golf.
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8 P.M.
All American, The CW. "I Got a Story to Tell." "Both Beverly and Crenshaw are on a hot streak in their respective games. Amina struggles with her decision to run for Stu-Co president when she discovers her campaign speech falls on a very difficult day. When Tori makes a pass at KJ, he finds his heart pulled in two directions. Khalil reckons with the conflict between his new life and his father's influence. Coop attends a law panel, and the professor's intentions might not be entirely professional. Cassius offers KJ fatherly advice. Finally, Amina catches KJ off guard with an interesting proposal."
The Bachelor, ABC. Two hours. "It's hometowns' week, and Grant's journey takes him across the country to see his final four women. Former Bachelor Joey Graziadei stops by to offer Grant some guidance as he nears the final steps of his journey."
Extracted, FOX. "Surviving the Storm." "The alliances at HQ are tested as families must anonymously provide critical supplies to one of the remaining survivalists. The survivalists face a decision that could affect both their fellow competitors in the wild and their families back at HQ."
The Neighborhood, CBS. "Welcome to Not Being in It." "Calvin and Dave return from the casino, stunned by the revelation that Lamar had been laundering stolen money, which has now landed him in jail. Malcolm runs into his frenemy."
Poppa's House, 8:30 p.m., CBS. "Graduation." "Poppa and Ivy unexpectedly encounter Ivy's ex-husband, David, at a graduation celebration. Junior and Nina are determined to host the best party to impress their son's friends."
The Voice, NBC. Two hours. "The Blind Auditions, Part 5." "Coaches Adam Levine, Michael Bublé, Kelsea Ballerini, and John Legend all vie to discover and coach the next singing phenomenon on the fifth and final night of blind auditions."
Movie Night!
Jack Reacher, Paramount.
9 P.M. (The CW has a Sullivan's Crossing rerun.)
Celtics City, HBO. Series premiere, sixty-two minutes. "Chapter I: Founding Fathers." "As the Boston Celtics celebrate their record 18th NBA title, the franchise's origins are traced back. Red Auerbach makes history by drafting Chuck Cooper, the NBA's first Black player. Racial tensions augur a tumultuous era ahead." Episodes weekly through Monday, April 28.
Rescue: HI-Surf, FOX. "Pono." "Em takes the day off to spend time with her mom, but races into action when she comes across an unresponsive cave diver. Will confides in Vince about his personal anger issues. Laka searches for a missing local."
NCIS, CBS. "Close to Home." "When Torres receives a text from Jimmy's daughter that she has discovered a large sum of money near the naval library, the team works together to investigate."
College Basketball, ESPN. Kansas vs. Houston.
College Basketball, ESPN2. Wichita State vs. North Texas.
NBA Basketball, 9:30 p.m., NBA TV. Detroit Pistons vs. Utah Jazz.
Watch What Happens Live With Andy Cohen, Bravo. Kyle Cooke and Tom Sandoval.
Movie Night!
The Shawshank Redemption, AMC.
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10 P.M. (CBS has a rerun of NCIS: Origins.)
The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives, ABC. "The First Book of Sin." "A wild trip to Sin City tests faith, friendship, and puts marriages in jeopardy."
The Hunting Party, NBC. "Roy Barber." "When Bex and the team race to stop Roy Barber, known as the Couples Killer, before he strikes again, they uncover a chilling scheme that puts Roy's crimes in an entirely new light."
American Dad!, TBS. "The Sickness." "When Roger comes down with a mysterious illness, the Smiths struggle to find a cure."
Movie Night!
The Color Purple, VH1. 1985 movie.
LATE NIGHT TALK
The Daily Show, 11 p.m., Comedy Central. One hour.
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon, 11:34 p.m., NBC. Michael Strahan, Giada De Laurentis, and Broadway's Maybe Happy Ending.
The Late Show With Stephen Colbert, 11:35 p.m., CBS. Brian Tyree Henry, Tony Hawk, and a special appearance by Laura Benanti.
Jimmy Kimmel Live!, 11:35 p.m., ABC. Ben Stiller, Regina Hall, and Phantogram.
Late Night With Seth Meyers, 12:37 a.m., NBC. Kate Hudson and John Turturro.
After Midnight, 12:37 a.m., CBS. Bobby Moynihan, Thomas Lennon, and Mary Elizabeth Ellis.
Nightline, 12:37 a.m., ABC.
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LATE NIGHT PICK!
Heathers, 1 a.m., BBC America.
Sources: The Futon Critic, zap2it, individual show websites, TV Everyday, IMDB, Google.
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