Winning Time: The Rise Of The Lakers Dynasty, California Dreaming
Season 1, Episode 8
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Businessman Jerry Buss stakes his fortune on purchasing the NBA's Los Angeles Lakers. Meanwhile, the coach, Jerry West, bristles at the prospect of drafting college phenom Earvin Johnson - who must live up to his nickname, Magic.
After giving Coach West carte blanche with the Lakers roster, Buss attempts to charm Red Auerbach. Meanwhile, Earvin's efforts to impress fall flat. LaterClaire's mandate to get creative brings conflict with Buss' daughter, Jeanie.
Leaving the Lakers to deal with the fallout of Coach West's shocking announcement, Buss travels to Las Vegas and soon becomes entangled with a dangerous foe.
As the Lakers head to Palm Springs for the start of training camp, Buss finds himself in over his head financially, and the team's new coaches need help to prove their vision for a groundbreaking method of play.
As the Lakers prepare for their season opener against the Clippers, an increasingly frustrated Kareem begins to doubt his place on the team - allowing Coach McKinney to stoke his growing rivalry with Earvin.
Assistant coach Paul Westhead adds to the Lakers' growing list of problems when he deals with a tragedy of Shakespearean proportions. Increasingly courted by corporate sponsors, Earvin consults a newfound financial advisor.
While Buss clashes with West over the coaching staff, Paul calls in a favour from Pat Riley. On the road for the first time, Earvin attempts to reconnect with loved ones in Lansing before heading to Boston.
As the Lakers continue their successful run, Paul and Pat are forced to reckon with the tenuous nature of their positions. Then, Earvin meets his childhood hero at the NBA All-Star game, where he receives some sage advice.
As the Lakers prepare for the playoffs, Buss struggles with the team's tenuous coaching situation and his mother's failing health. Later, Haywood receives a request from Kareem.
With the 1980 NBA Championship on the line, the outnumbered Lakers look to an unlikely source for inspiration. In Philly, Earvin faces off against his role-model-turned-rival Dr J, while Haywood grapples with his worst enemy in LA.
- Adam McKay (Succession) produces this captivating and controversial HBO series based on the 80's Los Angeles Lakers becoming the most successful basketball team, and their legacy on and off the court .
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