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- ‘Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty’ garners five Emmy nominations.
- The HBO series, despite its cancellation, is praised for its authentic 1980s portrayal.
- New Lakers coach JJ Redick expands his staff with Lindsey Harding and Beau Levesque.
Emmy Nods for ‘Winning Time’ Amidst Lakers Staff Updates
The HBO series ‘Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty’ has been nominated for five Emmy Awards, despite being canceled after two seasons. The show, which dramatizes the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers, has been recognized for its direction, cinematography, period costumes, and special visual effects.
While the series faced criticism from some of its real-life counterparts, it was acclaimed for its vivid and accurate representation of the era. The cancellation came as a surprise, especially since the series ended with the Lakers’ loss to the Celtics in the 1984 NBA Finals, a pivotal moment before the team’s dominance in the league.
In current events, the Los Angeles Lakers under new head coach JJ Redick are making strategic additions to their coaching staff. Lindsey Harding, the 2023 G League Coach of the Year, and Beau Levesque, a respected player development coach, are the latest to join Redick’s team. Both hires reflect a strong focus on player development for the Lakers’ future.
