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Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers S1E1 — Episode 1

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Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers•Season 1•Episode 1

Episode 1

8.1/10 · 163 votesAug 15, 202260 min

Ranked #5 of 10 in Season 1•−0.1 vs season avg

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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.

Directed byAntoine Fuqua

Written bySteven Leckart

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Seasons1

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Season 1 Episodes10

Episode 1

Episode 2

Episode 3

Episode 4

Episode 5

Episode 6

Episode 7

Episode 8

Episode 9

Episode 10

Cast8

Jeanie Buss

Self - Jerry Buss' Daughter/Executive VP, Business Operations

Magic Johnson

Self

Kareem Abdul-Jabbar

Self

Michael Cooper

Self

Jerry West

Self - General Manager/Head Coach

Mitch Kupchak

Self - Assistant General Manager

Pat Riley

Self - Head Coach

Gary Vitti

Self - Athletic Trainer

Crew2

Steven Leckart

Writer

Antoine Fuqua

Director

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Episode Summary

"Episode 1" is episode 1 of Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers season 1. It scored 8.1/10 from 163 votes, ranking #5 of 10 episodes this season (season average 8.2). Directed by Antoine Fuqua and written by Steven Leckart, it aired on August 15, 2022.

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