The Hamburger Hamlet

Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty | Season 2 | Episode 5

The Hamburger Hamlet

TV-MA | 46 MIN

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

One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty

1.One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty

As the Lakers enter a new season, Buss bets big on his players -- and his children. Later, an on-court injury threatens the team’s future.

The Magic Is Back

2.The Magic Is Back

Following Earvin's lackluster return, Pat and West angle to trade for a new star player, while Buss courts a figure from his past.

The Second Coming

3.The Second Coming

In the 1970s, Larry Bird rises from small-town college drop-out to the Celtics' top pick. Later, Earvin presses Buss for a better deal.

The New World

4.The New World

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

The Hamburger Hamlet

5.The Hamburger Hamlet

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

"BEAT L.A."

6."BEAT L.A."

Following a series of triumphant wins and devastating losses, the Lakers vie for a face-off with the Celtics – and Larry Bird.

What Is and What Should Never Be

7.What Is and What Should Never Be

Tensions between the Lakers and Celtics flair as Earvin and Larry each fight to the bitter end of the 1984 NBA Finals.

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