Jessie Buss is a real person portrayed by Sally Field 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 Is That All There Is? (season 1), they were 75 years old.
They appear in 9 episodes out of a total of 17 aired and have accumulated 153 positive votes.
Episodes9
Is That All There Is?
episode S1.E2 march 2022After 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.
The Best Is Yet to Come
episode S1.E3 march 2022As 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.
Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney
episode S1.E4 march 2022The Lakers are going to a training camp in Palm Springs; Buss is struggling financially; the new team coaches implement a groundbreaking idea.
Pieces of a Man
episode S1.E5 april 2022While the Lakers prepare for their season opener, Kareem experiences a crisis of faith, and Buss clashes with those closest to him.
Memento Mori
episode S1.E6 april 2022Assistant 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.
Invisible Man
episode S1.E7 april 2022While 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.
California Dreaming
episode S1.E8 april 2022As 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.
Acceptable Loss
episode S1.E9 may 2022As 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.
Promised Land
episode S1.E10 may 2022The Lakers face their greatest challenge yet. Buss, Kareem, and Haywood each grapple with demons. Earvin works his magic against Dr. J.
- Is That All There Is?
- The Best Is Yet to Come
- Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney
- Pieces of a Man
- Memento Mori
- Invisible Man
- California Dreaming
- Acceptable Loss
- Promised Land
Best moments9
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- The Lakers are going to a training camp in Palm Springs; Buss is struggling financially; the new team coaches implement a groundbreaking idea.
- While the Lakers prepare for their season opener, Kareem experiences a crisis of faith, and Buss clashes with those closest to him.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- The Lakers face their greatest challenge yet. Buss, Kareem, and Haywood each grapple with demons. Earvin works his magic against Dr. J.
- Acceptable Loss
- Is That All There Is?
- The Best Is Yet to Come
- Who the F**k Is Jack McKinney
- Pieces of a Man
- Memento Mori
- Invisible Man
- California Dreaming
- Promised Land