To say expectations are high for the upcoming HBO series Winning Time is an understatement. Set to portray one of the most iconic periods of both Lakers basketball and the NBA in general, the bar is set remarkably high before an episode has even premiered.
Despite that, a recent piece by Lacey Rose of The Hollywood Reporter portrayed an air of confidence from those associated with the series. While the Lakers, NBA and players portrayed have had no contact or input on the project, the belief within HBO seems to be that this series will be wildly successful, so much so they’re planning for a future that isn’t even guaranteed yet.