This isn't a "New" Marvel. Isaiah has been around in the comics for like a decade. The interaction with the police seems to have been meant to give a narrative connection between Sam and Isaiah. It wasn't overstated.
The most compelling scene for me was Winter Soldier opening up about why he was disappointed Sam gave up the shield. Bucky clearly would have wanted to carry on Steve's legacy (as he did in the comics) if he'd known Sam didn't want it.
Sam's portrayal in the series is more complex than I expected and not all that sympathetic. He's clearly got some unresolved issues over cap's retirement and the blip. However, he's disregarding the feelings of others (his sister, Bucky) while claiming to know what's best for all.
I'm sure this is setting him up for some growth later on. If it isn't it's a very big missed opportunity.
The most compelling scene for me was Winter Soldier opening up about why he was disappointed Sam gave up the shield. Bucky clearly would have wanted to carry on Steve's legacy (as he did in the comics) if he'd known Sam didn't want it.
Sam's portrayal in the series is more complex than I expected and not all that sympathetic. He's clearly got some unresolved issues over cap's retirement and the blip. However, he's disregarding the feelings of others (his sister, Bucky) while claiming to know what's best for all.
I'm sure this is setting him up for some growth later on. If it isn't it's a very big missed opportunity.