The Best Episodes Written By Jim Hecht

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1. #1 Fan Favorite
   

   7.2/10(10 votes)

   #1 - The Swan

   S1:E13/6/2022

   1979. Businessman Jerry Buss stakes his fortune on the purchase of the NBA's lackluster Los Angeles Lakers. Meanwhile, the team's head coach, Jerry West, bristles at the prospect of drafting college phenom Earvin Johnson – who must decide if he's ready to live up to the mantle of his nickname: Magic.

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   6.3/10(3 votes)

   #2 - What Are Friends For?

   S1:E45/30/2024

   A chaotic confrontation leads to a change of plans. Huey and Bobby's differences come to light. Agent Clark pulls out all the stops.

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   6.3/10(3 votes)

   #3 - Panther/Producer

   S1:E15/16/2024

   On the heels of his overturned conviction, Huey P. Newton reignites a revolution and meets an unexpected donor.

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   6.3/10(4 votes)

   #4 - The Cuban

   S1:E25/16/2024

   Huey and Bert's bold plan falls into place. Huey attempts to move the Black Panther Party away from armed confrontation.

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   6.2/10(12 votes)

   #5 - Is That All There Is?

   S1:E23/13/2022

   After giving Coach West carte blanche with the Lakers roster, Buss attempts to charm fellow franchise owner of the Celtics, Red Auerbach. Meanwhile, Earvin's efforts to impress the women in his life fall flat, and Claire's mandate to get creative brings conflict with Buss' daughter, Jeanie.

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   6.2/10(12 votes)

   #6 - The Good Life

   S1:E33/20/2022

   Leaving the Lakers to deal with the fallout of Coach West's shocking announcement, Buss travels to Las Vegas, and soon becomes entangled with a dangerous foe. Back in LA, Earvin finds himself alone in a new city, while former Laker Pat Riley seeks out a new place within the team.

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   5.8/10(9 votes)

   #7 - Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney?

   S1:E43/27/2022

   As the Lakers head to Palm Springs for the start of training camp, Buss finds himself in over his head financially, and the team's new coaches struggle to prove their vision for a groundbreaking method of play. Meanwhile, Jeanie works to bring her father's flair to the Forum.

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   4.8/10(4 votes)

   #8 - The New World

   S2:E48/27/2023

   Despite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates… and his domineering coach.

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   4.8/10(4 votes)

   #9 - The Hamburger Hamlet

   S2:E59/3/2023

   After making his opinion of Westhead known, Earvin gives Buss an ultimatum – leaving West and Pat to pick up the pieces.

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    4.5/10(4 votes)

    #10 - The Magic Is Back

    S2:E28/13/2023

    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.

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    4.5/10(2 votes)

    #11 - The Pirate

    S1:E66/13/2024

    Bert works hard to prove his loyalty. Gwen inspires a grand gesture. Huey's legacy lives on.

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    3.3/10(6 votes)

    #12 - One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty

    S2:E18/6/2023

    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.

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