Rating:
7.7/10 by 145 users
The New World
Despite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates… and his domineering coach.
Writing:
- Max Borenstein
- Jim Hecht
Release Date:
Sun, Mar 06, 2022
Country: US
Language: En | Es
Runtime:
Country: US
Language: En | Es
Runtime:
Season 2:
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.
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.
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.
Despite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates… and his domineering coach.
After making his opinion of Westhead known, Earvin gives Buss an ultimatum – leaving West and Pat to pick up the pieces.
Following a series of triumphant wins and devastating losses, the Lakers vie for a face-off with the Celtics – and Larry Bird.
Tensions between the Lakers and Celtics flair as Earvin and Larry each fight to the bitter end of the 1984 NBA Finals.