Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty

Everybody wants a piece.

2022 · TMDB 7.7/10 (187 votes)

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About 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.

Status
Canceled
TMDB rating
7.7/10 from 187 votes
Seasons
2
Episodes
17

Seasons and episodes

The latest season with aired episodes is shown first. Specials are kept separate.

Latest aired season

Season 2

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One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty episode still
S2 E170 min

One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty

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.

TMDB 3.3/10 from 6 votes

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S2 E247 min

The Magic Is Back

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.

TMDB 4.5/10 from 4 votes

The Second Coming episode still
S2 E344 min

The Second Coming

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.

TMDB 4.8/10 from 4 votes

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S2 E452 min

The New World

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

TMDB 4.8/10 from 4 votes

The Hamburger Hamlet episode still
S2 E547 min

The Hamburger Hamlet

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

TMDB 4.8/10 from 4 votes

"BEAT L.A." episode still
S2 E647 min

"BEAT L.A."

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

TMDB 4.5/10 from 4 votes

What Is and What Should Never Be episode still
S2 E762 min

What Is and What Should Never Be

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

TMDB 4.8/10 from 4 votes

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