Season 2 poster

Season 2

(2023)

Overview

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.

Cast

Episodes

One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty poster

One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty 5.7

August 6, 2023

1980. As the Lakers' post-victory season begins, a laser-focused Jerry Buss shores up his all-star roster – and his rel…

The Magic Is Back poster

The Magic Is Back 8.0

August 13, 2023

When Earvin’s return threatens the Lakers’ new "system," Pat Riley and Jerry West push for a risky trade. While Coach W…

The Second Coming poster

The Second Coming 8.5

August 20, 2023

In the 1970s, Larry Bird rises from small-town college drop-out to the Celtics' top pick. Later, Earvin presses Buss fo…

The New World poster

The New World 8.5

August 27, 2023

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

The Hamburger Hamlet poster

The Hamburger Hamlet 8.5

September 3, 2023

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

"BEAT L.A." poster

"BEAT L.A." 8.0

September 10, 2023

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

What Is and What Should Never Be poster

What Is and What Should Never Be 8.5

September 17, 2023

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