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Larry Johnson is a real person portrayed by Darone Okolie in the TV series Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty (based on a true story).
They appear in 6 episodes out of a total of 17 aired

Larry Johnson

by Darone Okolie

character

Episodes6

  • 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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    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.
  • 8.9
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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.