Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty - Season 2

Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty - Season 2

Season 2

Season two continues to explore the professional and personal lives of the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers. This season hones in on the period just after the Finals in 1980 through 1984, culminating in the first professional rematch of the era’s greatest stars: Magic Johnson and Larry Bird.
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Episodes7
DatesAug. 6, 2023 - Sept. 17, 2023
Previous Season

Episodes

One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty
Season 2Episode 175 min

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.

Aug. 6, 2023
The Magic Is Back
Season 2Episode 260 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.

Aug. 13, 2023
The Second Coming
Season 2Episode 344 min

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.

Aug. 20, 2023
The New World
Season 2Episode 460 min

The New World

The press gets wind of Magic Johnson's record contract. This causes resentment in the dressing room - and on the court.

Aug. 27, 2023
The Hamburger Hamlet
Season 2Episode 546 min

The Hamburger Hamlet

Superstar Earvin Magic Johnson and Coach Westhead clash. Team owner Jerry Buss orders Jerry West to pick up the pieces.

Sept. 3, 2023
'Beat L.A.'
Season 2Episode 650 min

"Beat L.A."

The Lakers win another championship. But after humiliating defeats, they have to regroup to take on the Celtics.

Sept. 10, 2023
What Is and What Should Never Be
Season 2Episode 765 min

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.

Sept. 17, 2023

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