The Best Episodes Written By Jim Hecht
Every TV Episode Written by Jim Hecht Ranked from Best to Worst by Thousands of Voters
Jim Hecht Ratings Summary
The best episode written by Jim Hecht is "The New World", rated 8.5/10 from 2 user votes. It was "directed by Tanya Hamilton". "The New World" aired on 8/27/2023 and is rated 0.0 point(s) higher than their second highest rated, "The Hamburger Hamlet".
8.5/10 2 votes#1 - The New World
Season 2 Episode 4 - Aired 8/27/2023
Despite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates… and his domineering coach.
Director: Tanya Hamilton
Writer: Jim Hecht
8.5/10 2 votes#2 - The Hamburger Hamlet
Season 2 Episode 5 - Aired 9/3/2023
After making his opinion of Westhead known, Earvin gives Buss an ultimatum – leaving West and Pat to pick up the pieces.
Director: Tanya Hamilton
Writer: Jim Hecht
8.0/10 2 votes#3 - The Magic Is Back
Season 2 Episode 2 - Aired 8/13/2023
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.
Director: Trey Edward Shults
Writer: Jim Hecht
6.9/10 7 votes#4 - Is That All There Is?
Season 1 Episode 2 - Aired 3/13/2022
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.
Director: Jonah Hill
Writer: Jim Hecht
6.8/10 6 votes#5 - Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney?
Season 1 Episode 4 - Aired 3/27/2022
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.
Director: Damian Marcano
Writer: Jim Hecht
6.3/10 6 votes#6 - The Good Life
Season 1 Episode 3 - Aired 3/20/2022
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.
Director: Damian Marcano
Writer: Jim Hecht
5.7/10 3 votes#7 - One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty
Season 2 Episode 1 - Aired 8/6/2023
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.
Director: Salli Richardson-Whitfield
Writer: Jim Hecht