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Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty
A fast-break series chronicling the professional and personal lives of the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers, one of sports' most revered and dominant dynasties — a team that defined an era, both on and off the court.
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EPISODE GUIDE
Seasons & Episodes
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▶S1 E1
The SwanMar 6, 2022 · 59 min1979. Businessman Jerry Buss stakes his fortune on the purchase of the NBA's lackluster Los Angeles Lakers. Meanwhile, the team's head coach, Jerry West,…Episode details →
▶S1 E2
Is That All There Is?Mar 13, 2022 · 58 minAfter giving Coach West carte blanche with the Lakers roster, Buss attempts to charm fellow franchise owner of the Celtics, Red Auerbach. Meanwhile, Earvin's…Episode details →
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The Good LifeMar 20, 2022 · 54 minLeaving the Lakers to deal with the fallout of Coach West's shocking announcement, Buss travels to Las Vegas, and soon becomes entangled with a…Episode details →
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Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney?Mar 27, 2022 · 59 minAs the Lakers head to Palm Springs for the start of training camp, Buss finds himself in over his head financially, and the team's…Episode details →
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Pieces of a ManApr 3, 2022 · 59 minAs the Lakers prepare for their season opener against the Clippers, an increasingly frustrated Kareem begins to doubt his place on the team –…Episode details →
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Memento MoriApr 10, 2022 · 56 minAssistant coach Paul Westhead adds to the Lakers' growing list of problems when he finds himself dealing with a tragedy of Shakespearean proportions. Increasingly…Episode details →
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Invisible ManApr 17, 2022 · 58 minWhile Buss clashes with West over the coaching staff, Paul calls in a favor from Pat Riley. On the road for the first time,…Episode details →
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California DreamingApr 24, 2022 · 57 minAs the Lakers continue their successful run, Paul and Pat are forced to reckon with the tenuous nature of their positions. Then, Earvin meets…Episode details →
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Acceptable LossMay 1, 2022 · 59 minAs the Lakers prepare to enter the play-offs, Buss struggles with the team's tenuous coaching situation and his mother's failing health. Later, Haywood receives…Episode details →
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Promised LandMay 8, 2022 · 59 minDown two men and with the 1980 NBA Championship on the line, the outnumbered Lakers look to an unlikely source for inspiration. In Philly,…Episode details →
▶S2 E1
One Ring Don't Make a DynastyAug 6, 2023 · 70 min1980. As the Lakers' post-victory season begins, a laser-focused Jerry Buss shores up his all-star roster – and his relationship with his children. Later,…Episode details →
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The Magic Is BackAug 13, 2023 · 47 minWhen Earvin’s return threatens the Lakers’ new "system," Pat Riley and Jerry West push for a risky trade. While Coach Westhead fights for his…Episode details →
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The Second ComingAug 20, 2023 · 44 minIn the 1970s, Larry Bird rises from small-town college drop-out to the Celtics' top pick. Later, Earvin presses Buss for a better deal.Episode details →
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The New WorldAug 27, 2023 · 52 minDespite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates… and his domineering coach.Episode details →
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The Hamburger HamletSep 3, 2023 · 47 minAfter making his opinion of Westhead known, Earvin gives Buss an ultimatum – leaving West and Pat to pick up the pieces.Episode details →
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"BEAT L.A."Sep 10, 2023 · 47 minFollowing a series of triumphant wins and devastating losses, the Lakers vie for a face-off with the Celtics – and Larry Bird.Episode details →
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What Is and What Should Never BeSep 17, 2023 · 62 minTensions between the Lakers and Celtics flair as Earvin and Larry each fight to the bitter end of the 1984 NBA Finals.Episode details →