Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers

This docuseries captures the remarkable rise and unprecedented success of one of the most dominant and iconic franchises in professional sports. Featuring exclusive access to the Buss Family and probing, revealing interviews with players, coaches, and front office execs, this series chronicles this extraordinary story from the inside – told only by the people who lived it.

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Documentary
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First Aired on

Aug 15, 2022

1 seaons till Oct 10, 2022

Popularity: 24.4196
30 votes
Networks
(US)
Production

Los Angeles Media Fund (US)Haven Entertainment (US)Hill District Media (US)

Status: Ended

Show Ended

Last episode: Episode 10

Seasons & episodes

Total 1 seasons, 10 episodes

Season 1

Aired

10 Episodes
  • Episode 1Episode 160 min

    Real estate mogul Dr. Jerry Buss buys the Lakers, drafts rookie sensation Magic Johnson, and welcomes his kids into the family business. Facing dramatic setbacks and shocking turns, the team captivates fans as Dr. Buss’s approach changes the NBA forever.

  • Episode 2Episode 262 min

    After Magic Johnson shocks the media and asks to be traded, Dr. Buss does damage control. As the team welcomes a new coach and vital role-players who cement Showtime, the Buss kids juggle more responsibilities – and pressures – for the family business.

  • Episode 3Episode 354 min

    Dr. Buss, a self-made man from a broken home and humble beginnings, is shocked when his eldest son quits the family business. After trade rumors upset the team, Dr. Buss qualms concerns and the team gets back on track. But their legendary streak ends.

  • Episode 4Episode 448 min

    Kareem Abdul-Jabbar retires, creating doubts about the team’s future. As the Buss kids pull away from their dad in business and life, coach Riley becomes distracted by fame. The team soldiers on – until tragic news shocks the franchise and the world.

  • Episode 5Episode 560 min

    A new era dawns, as gangsta rap explodes and the Lakers draft a gritty point guard who embodies the cultural shift. As Dr. Buss struggles to rebuild, his kids return to The Forum. Magic also returns, right before the franchise finds its next superstars.

Crew & Team

Nicholas-Gregory Huffman

Executive Producer

Kat Samick

Executive Producer

Brendan Bragg

Executive Producer

Bo Kovitz

Executive Producer

Jeanie Buss

Executive Producer

Kevin Mann

Executive Producer

Steven Leckart

Executive Producer

Rick Matros

Co-Executive Producer

Dominic Ottersbach

Line Producer

Linda Rambis

Executive Producer

Antoine Fuqua

Executive Producer

Lou Christopher

Co-Producer

Mark Ankner

Executive Producer

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