Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (Season 2)

Everybody wants a piece.

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.

  • Poster for One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty

    One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty 5.7

    Air date: 2023-08-06

    Runtime: 70 min

    Overview: 1980. 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, a catastrophic injury threatens the team's chance at defending their title.

  • Poster for The Magic Is Back

    The Magic Is Back 8.0

    Air date: 2023-08-13

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: When Earvin’s return threatens the Lakers’ new "system," Pat Riley and Jerry West push for a risky trade. While Coach Westhead fights for his team, Jeanie clashes with her brothers, and a melancholy Buss attempts to court a figure from his past.

  • Poster for The Second Coming

    The Second Coming 8.5

    Air date: 2023-08-20

    Runtime: 44 min

    Overview: In the 1970s, Larry Bird rises from small-town college drop-out to the Celtics' top pick. Later, Earvin presses Buss for a better deal.

  • Poster for The New World

    The New World 8.5

    Air date: 2023-08-27

    Runtime: 52 min

    Overview: Despite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates… and his domineering coach.

  • Poster for The Hamburger Hamlet

    The Hamburger Hamlet 8.5

    Air date: 2023-09-03

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: After making his opinion of Westhead known, Earvin gives Buss an ultimatum – leaving West and Pat to pick up the pieces.

  • Poster for "BEAT L.A."

    "BEAT L.A." 8.0

    Air date: 2023-09-10

    Runtime: 47 min

    Overview: Following a series of triumphant wins and devastating losses, the Lakers vie for a face-off with the Celtics – and Larry Bird.

  • Poster for What Is and What Should Never Be

    What Is and What Should Never Be 8.5

    Air date: 2023-09-17

    Runtime: 62 min

    Overview: Tensions between the Lakers and Celtics flair as Earvin and Larry each fight to the bitter end of the 1984 NBA Finals.

Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty

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