“Everybody wants a piece.”
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.
2 seasons · 17 episodes
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 g
S2 E1One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty
Aug 6, 20233.770 min
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.
S2 E2The Magic Is Back
Aug 13, 2023547 min
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
S2 E3The Second Coming
Aug 20, 20235.244 min
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.
S2 E4The New World
Aug 27, 20235.452 min
Despite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates… and his domineering coach.
S2 E5The Hamburger Hamlet
Sep 3, 20235.247 min
After making his opinion of Westhead known, Earvin gives Buss an ultimatum – leaving West and Pat to pick up the pieces.
S2 E6"BEAT L.A."
Sep 10, 202347 min
Following a series of triumphant wins and devastating losses, the Lakers vie for a face-off with the Celtics – and Larry Bird.
John C. Reilly
Jerry Buss
Quincy Isaiah
Earvin 'Magic' Johnson
Jason Clarke
Jerry West
Adrien Brody
Pat Riley
Gaby Hoffmann
Claire Rothman
Jason Segel
Paul Westhead
Tracy Letts
Jack McKinney
Hadley Robinson
Jeanie Buss
DeVaughn Nixon
Norman 'Norm' Nixon
Solomon Hughes
Kareem Abdul-Jabbar
Tamera Tomakili
Earleatha 'Cookie' Kelly
Brett Cullen
Bill Sharman
