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Bill Sharman is a real person portrayed by Brett Cullen in the TV series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (based on a true story).
In the first episode they appeared in, titled The Swan (season 1), they were 65 years old.
They appear in all 17 aired episodes

Bill Sharman

by Brett Cullen

character

Episodes17

  • 8.2
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    The Swan
    episode S1.E1 march 2022
    Businessman Jerry Buss bets it all on the lackluster Los Angeles Lakers--and rookie phenom Earvin "Magic" Johnson.
  • 7.7
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    Is That All There Is?
    episode S1.E2 march 2022
    After giving Coach West carte blanche with the Lakers roster, Buss attempts to charm Red Auerbach; Earvin's efforts to impress the women in his life fall flat; Claire's mandate to get creative brings conflict with Buss' daughter, Jeanie.
  • 7.8
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    The Best Is Yet to Come
    episode S1.E3 march 2022
    As Buss courts new talent, a former Laker ponders a future with the franchise, and Earvin's move to LA isn't quite as magical as he hoped.
  • 8.5
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    Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney
    episode S1.E4 march 2022
    The Lakers are going to a training camp in Palm Springs; Buss is struggling financially; the new team coaches implement a groundbreaking idea.
  • 8.4
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    Pieces of a Man
    episode S1.E5 april 2022
    While the Lakers prepare for their season opener, Kareem experiences a crisis of faith, and Buss clashes with those closest to him.
  • 7.7
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    Memento Mori
    episode S1.E6 april 2022
    Assistant coach Paul Westhead adds to the Lakers' growing list of problems when he finds himself dealing with a tragedy of Shakespearean proportions. Increasingly courted by corporate sponsors, Earvin consults a newfound financial advisor.
  • 8.5
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    Invisible Man
    episode S1.E7 april 2022
    While Buss clashes with West over the coaching staff, Paul calls in a favor from Pat Riley. On the road for the first time, Earvin attempts to reconnect with loved ones in Lansing, before heading to Boston to square off against longtime rival Larry Bird.
  • 8.3
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    California Dreaming
    episode S1.E8 april 2022
    As the Lakers continue their successful run, Paul and Pat are forced to reckon with the tenuous nature of their positions. Then, Earvin meets his childhood hero at the NBA All-Star game, where he receives some sage advice. Jessie convinces Jeanie to help shield her father from a devastating truth.
  • 8.3
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    Acceptable Loss
    episode S1.E9 may 2022
    As the Lakers prepare to enter the play-offs, Buss struggles with the team's tenuous coaching situation and his mother's failing health. Later, Haywood receives an ultimatum from Kareem.
  • 8.9
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    Promised Land
    episode S1.E10 may 2022
    The Lakers face their greatest challenge yet. Buss, Kareem, and Haywood each grapple with demons. Earvin works his magic against Dr. J.
  • 7.7
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    One Ring Don't Make a Dynasty
    episode S2.E1 august 2023
    As the Lakers enter a new season, Buss bets big on his players and children; an on-court injury threatens the team's future.
  • 7.8
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    The Magic Is Back
    episode S2.E2 august 2023
    Pat and West try to woo a new star after Earvin's performance is not met with satisfaction. On the other hand, Buss woos characters from his past.
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    The Second Coming
    episode S2.E3 august 2023
    In the 1970s, Larry Bird rises from a small-town boy to a position as a sought-after player. Later, Earvin puts pressure on Buss.
  • 7.9
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    The New World
    episode S2.E4 august 2023
    Despite his record-breaking new contract, Earvin continues to butt heads with his teammates - and his domineering coach.
  • 8.8
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    The Hamburger Hamlet
    episode S2.E5 september 2023
    Superstar Earvin Magic Johnson and Coach Westhead clash. Team owner Jerry Buss orders Jerry West to pick up the pieces.
  • 8.4
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    'BEAT L.A.'
    episode S2.E6 september 2023
    The Lakers win another championship. But after humiliating defeats, they have to regroup to take on the Celtics.
  • 8.3
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    What Is and What Should Never Be
    episode S2.E7 september 2023
    With the NBA Finals, the tensions between Lakers and Celtics reach a new peak in 1984, and between Magic Johnson and Larry Bird.