Mon, 18 Sep 2023
Will Winning Time Dunk into Season Three?
Winning Time Canceled
HBO has officially canceled "Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty" after its second season.
Premise and Seasons
The show portrayed the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers and had two seasons covering 1979-1984.
Abrupt Ending
The cancellation left the series with an abrupt ending, failing to showcase the full journey of the basketball team.
Source Material
The show was based on Jeff Pearlman's book and aimed to continue the Lakers' story beyond 1984.
Author's Plea
Jeff Pearlman urged viewers to watch and support the show to ensure the saga continues.
Showrunner's Hope
Showrunner Max Borenstein expressed hope for the series to continue but lacked the power to renew it.
Allegations
Some individuals, like Magic Johnson and Jerry West, had issues with the show's portrayal of their lives.