Winning Time / HBO Max

Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty is an HBO sports drama series that chronicles the 1980s "Showtime" era of the Los Angeles Lakers. Based on Jeff Pearlman's book Showtime: Magic, Kareem, Riley, and the Los Angeles Lakers Dynasty, the show explores the professional and personal lives of key figures like Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, and team owner Jerry Buss. Known for its fast-paced storytelling and dramatization, it highlights how the Lakers revolutionized basketball with their flashy style, star-studded roster, and cultural impact both on and off the court.