Netflix's 'Running Point' ends on a juicy cliffhanger — here's what we know about season 2

Netflix's new show "Running Point" starring Kate Hudson ends with a cliffhanger. Here's what we know so far about season two.

Netflix's 'Running Point' ends on a juicy cliffhanger — here's what we know about season 2
Brenda Song as Ali and Kate Hudson as Isla in season one of "Running Point."
Brenda Song as Ali Lee and Kate Hudson as Isla Gordon in season one of "Running Point."
  • Kate Hudson and Brenda Song star in Netflix's new comedy series "Running Point."
  • The season one finale ends on a cliffhanger, leaving the door open for more episodes.
  • On Thursday, Netflix announced that a second season is in the works.

Warning: Major spoilers ahead for season one of "Running Point."

Netflix's new comedy "Running Point" is a slam-dunk.

The 10-episode series stars Kate Hudson as Isla Gordon, an executive who becomes the president of the fictional basketball team the Los Angeles Waves after her older brother Cam (Justin Theroux) steps down to attend rehab for drug and alcohol addiction. (In case the premise sounds vaguely familiar, it's because the Mindy Kaling-created comedy is loosely inspired by the life of Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss.)

Going from the coordinator of the Waves' charitable endeavors to the boss of the family business is a big adjustment for Isla. Although she makes some mistakes, by the end of the season, Isla is confident that she knows how to run the team — until an unexpected visitor drops by her office, setting up a potential second season.

Here's what we know so far about season two of "Running Point."

The 'Running Point' finale ends with a surprise visit from Isla's brother Cam Gordon

Drew Tarver as Sandy Gordon, Justin Theroux as Cam Gordon, and Scott MacArthur as Ness Gordon in season one of "Running Point."
Drew Tarver as Sandy Gordon, Justin Theroux as Cam Gordon, and Scott MacArthur as Ness Gordon in season one of "Running Point."

After an eventful season, the Waves make it to the playoffs. In the finale, they play against a Portland team in Game Seven of the Western Conference Semifinals.

The game is the Waves' biggest and most important one in five years, and despite playing well, they narrowly lose the game, cutting their victory run short.

The loss is devastating for everyone, especially Isla, who fought all season to prove herself capable of running the team. She also prioritized the team at the expense of her relationship with her fiancé Lev (Max Greenfield). After a month of separation, Isla learns that Lev is planning on taking a job in Minneapolis and makes one final plea to him. Lev is last seen telling Isla that he needs some time to think things through.

Max Greenfield as Lev Levinson and Kate Hudson as Isla Gordon in season one of "Running Point."
Max Greenfield as Lev Levinson and Kate Hudson as Isla Gordon in season one of "Running Point."

Things get a little complicated in Isla's love life, though.

After losing the semifinals, LA Waves coach Jay Brown (Jay Ellis) comforts Isla and says the team wouldn't have gotten this far without her. Then Jay, who was released from his Waves contract early so he could take a job in Boston and be closer to his kids, kisses Isla.

The following day, Isla shows up to work in high spirits and a newfound self-assuredness, despite the team's crushing loss.

"Last night was kind of weird. A lot of stuff I didn't see coming. I don't know where I stand with Lev," Isla says in a voiceover, referring to her and Lev's relationship being in limbo. "But in life, as in sports, the minute one season ends, the next one begins. You know, I got this. This is mine now. I can do it."

A confident Isla walks into her office and sees a cleaned-up Cam comfortably sitting in her chair, feet propped up on her desk.

"Hey, what's up sis? I'm back," he tells Isla, smiling.

The finale concludes with a flabbergasted Isla at a loss for words.

"What the…?" she says in the voiceover.

'Running Point' is confirmed to return for season 2

kate hudson as isla gordon in running point. she's a young woman with blonde hair wearing a white shirt and sitting at an ornately decorated desk. in front of her is a large stone that's a holds a giant candle, and there are gold trophies behind her
Kate Hudson as Isla Gordon in "Running Point."

Netflix announced Thursday that "Running Point" will return for season two.

"A good basketball team owner knows when to listen to the fans," Hudson said in a video announcement shared on Instagram. "So, we hear you and so did Netflix. 'Running Point' is officially coming back for season two!"

"Thank you so much to everyone who watched the show so far," she added. "I'm just beyond thrilled because you're really the reason why we're able to come back and do another season. So thank you and we'll see you next season."

Details about the plot of season two are unknown, but given the cliffhanger in the final episode involving Isla and Cam, there's plenty of fodder.

Cam's return to the office may have taken Isla by surprise, but for audiences, it was clear that he was quietly working in the shadows to regain his Waves job.

It seems that while in rehab, Cam became jealous of Isla's ability to turn the Waves' season around and wanted to swoop back in.

At the end of episode six, it's revealed that Cam leaked a tip that Isla might trade Waves player Marcus Winfield (Toby Sandeman), which sends her into a frenzy because it's untrue. In the following episode, Cam is seen angrily shutting off the TV at rehab after seeing a news anchor praise Isla for leading the team on a winning streak.

This culminates in Cam meeting with the rehab facility director during episode eight and negotiating a deal to get him out early. In exchange for releasing Cam months ahead of schedule, he promises to upgrade the facility using his wealth and make the place more luxurious, which will bring in high-end clientele.

The facility director seemingly agrees, resulting in Cam's appearance in the final scene.

When "Running Point" returns, Isla will have another huge challenge ahead.

"Running Point" is streaming on Netflix.

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