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What Is and What Should Never Be
s02e07 · 2023-09-18 · 01:00
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The drama series that goes back in time to chronicle the professional and personal lives of the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers, one of sports' most revered and dominant dynasties. The show takes a look at a team that defined its era, both on and off the court. Based on Jeff Pearlman's book, Showtime: Magic, Kareem, Riley, and the Los Angeles Lakers, and executive produced by Adam McKay
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7 this season · 17 totals02e01 One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty 2023-08-07 01:00
One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty
1980. As the Lakers' post-victory season begins, 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.
s02e02 The Magic Is Back 2023-08-14 01:00
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.
s02e03 The Second Coming 2023-08-21 01:00
The Second Coming
In the 1970s, college dropout Larry Bird fends off offers from Indiana State's Bill Hodges – and, later, Celtics' head coach Red Auerbach. As the '81-'82 season begins, Earvin pushes Buss for a long-term commitment, while Coach Westhead risks it all on a key move.
s02e04 The New World 2023-08-28 01:00
The New World
The press gets wind of Magic Johnson's record contract. This causes resentment in the dressing room - and on the court.
s02e05 The Hamburger Hamlet 2023-09-04 01:00
The Hamburger Hamlet
Superstar Earvin Magic Johnson and Coach Westhead clash. Team owner Jerry Buss orders Jerry West to pick up the pieces.
s02e06 "Beat L.A." 2023-09-11 01:00
"Beat L.A."
The Lakers win another championship. But after humiliating defeats, they have to regroup to take on the Celtics.
s02e07 What Is and What Should Never Be 2023-09-18 01:00
What Is and What Should Never Be
With the NBA Finals, the tensions between Lakers and Celtics reach a new peak in 1984, and between Magic Johnson and Larry Bird.