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Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty · S2 · E6

"BEAT L.A."

  • TV-MA
  • Sep 10, 2023
  • 47 min

Following a series of triumphant wins and devastating losses, the Lakers vie for a face-off with the Celtics – and Larry Bird.

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Following a series of triumphant wins and devastating losses, the Lakers vie for a face-off with the Celtics – and Larry Bird.

Season 2

7 episodes

  1. 1One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty

    70 minAug 6, 2023★ 4.4

    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.

  2. 2The Magic Is Back

    47 minAug 13, 2023★ 5.7

    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.

  3. 3The Second Coming

    44 minAug 20, 2023★ 5.8

    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.

  4. 4The New World

    52 minAug 27, 2023★ 6.0

    Despite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates… and his domineering coach.

  5. 5The Hamburger Hamlet

    47 minSep 3, 2023★ 5.5

    After making his opinion of Westhead known, Earvin gives Buss an ultimatum – leaving West and Pat to pick up the pieces.

  6. 6"BEAT L.A."

    47 minSep 10, 2023Now viewing

    Following a series of triumphant wins and devastating losses, the Lakers vie for a face-off with the Celtics – and Larry Bird.

  7. 7What Is and What Should Never Be

    62 minSep 17, 2023★ 6.0

    Tensions between the Lakers and Celtics flair as Earvin and Larry each fight to the bitter end of the 1984 NBA Finals.