Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty - Season 1

Season 1

Episodes

The Swan
Businessman Jerry Buss bets it all on the lackluster Los Angeles Lakers – and rookie phenom Earvin "Magic" Johnson.

Is That All There Is?
As Buss attempts to connect with a fellow franchise owner, Coach West and Claire face near impossible mandates, and Earvin looks for love.

The Good Life
As Buss courts new talent, a former Laker ponders a future with the franchise, and Earvin's move to LA isn't quite as magical as he hoped.

Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney?
While training in Palm Springs, the introduction of a new playing style threatens to further divide an already fractured Lakers franchise.

Pieces of a Man
While the Lakers prepare for their season opener, Kareem experiences a crisis of faith, and Buss clashes with those closest to him.

Memento Mori
Tragedy strikes the Lakers coaching staff, adding to Buss' mounting list of professional, personal, and financial problems.

Invisible Man
While Buss clashes with West over the coaching staff, Paul calls in a favor from Pat Riley. On the road for the first time, Earvin attempts to reconnect with loved ones in Lansing, before heading to Boston to square off against longtime rival Larry Bird.

California Dreaming
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. Jessie convinces Jeanie to help shield her father from a devastating truth.

Acceptable Loss
As the Lakers prepare to enter the play-offs, Buss struggles with the team's tenuous coaching situation and his mother's failing health. Later, Haywood receives an ultimatum from Kareem.

Promised Land
Down two men and 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 in LA, Haywood grapples with his own worst enemy: himself.
Videos
The Craft Richard Toyon
Training Time with Idan Ravin
The Craft - Set Designer Argya Sadan
EP & Writer Rodney Barnes | The Craft
Qunicy Isaiah & John C. Reilly Tour The Set Of Winning Time
How The Lakers Changed NBA Basketball
Quincy Isaiah & John C. Reilly Rate Trending 70s Fashion | Fair Or Foul
The Cast of Winning Time Play Horse While Answering Questions
Season 1 Recap
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