Earvin “Magic” Johnson’s fame skyrockets on and off the court in HBO’s new trailer forWinning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty.
From his humble beginnings to his league debut as the Los AngelesLakers' 1980 first overall draft pick, the NBA legend’s story comes to life in the scripted series with Quincy Isaiah portraying a young Magic. Solomon Hughes plays Magic’s teammateKareem Abdul-Jabbarand Adrien Brody portrays coachPat Riley.
The 10-episode sports drama is described as “a fast-break series about 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,” according to HBO Max.
“I don’t care who you are. If you’re a human being with two eyes and a heart, this game, this industry makes you feel good,” saysJohn C. Reillyas former Lakers majority ownerJerry Buss, who looks to build an empire with his new venture.
When it comes to the NBA’s summer draft, he turns to his daughter Jeannie Buss (Hadley Robinson) for advice. “It’s easy,” she says, as Magic appears in a vacant stadium.
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“Do not use that name in this house!” Magic’s mother Christine Johnson (LisaGay Hamilton) can be heard exclaiming as the trailer gives a glimpse of the basketball star’sMichigan upbringing.
“Mama, she says Magic the devil’s work,” Magic quips, holding up his 1979Sports Illustratedcover. “The devil can’t hoop like me though.”
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“You think I’m gonna get out there, and you think it’s gonna change me,” Magic tells his future wifeEarleatha “Cookie” Kelly(Tamera Tomakili) before his mom reminds him: “Remember who you are and where you come from.”
From executive producerAdam McKay,Winning Timeis based on the book Jeff Pearlman’s 2014 bookShowtime: Magic, Kareem, Riley and the Los Angeles Lakers Dynasty of the 1980s.
Additionally, the cast includes Brett Cullen as Bill Sharman, Stephen Adly Guirgis as Frank Mariani, Spencer Garrett as Chick Hearn,Sarah Ramosas Cheryl Pistono,Molly Gordonas Linda Zafrani, Joey Brooks as Lon Rosen, Delante Desouza as Michael Cooper, Jimel Atkins as Jamaal Wilkes,Austin Aaronas Mark Landsberger, Jon Young as Brad Holland, with Rob Morgan as Earvin Johnson Sr. andSally Fieldas Jessie Buss.
Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynastypremieres on March 6 at 9 p.m. ET/PT on HBO and will be available to stream on HBO Max.
source: people.com
