In October 2024, Netflix premiered “Starting 5,” a ten-part docuseries that provides an intimate look into the lives of five NBA stars during the 2023-2024 season.
The series features LeBron James of the Los Angeles Lakers, along with Jimmy Butler, Anthony Edwards, Domantas Sabonis, and Jayson Tatum. While not solely about the Lakers, the series offers insights into LeBron James’s experiences with the team during that season.
For those interested in comprehensive documentaries about the Lakers, “Legacy: The True Story of the LA Lakers” is a notable series. Released in 2022, this ten-part documentary provides an in-depth look at the franchise’s history, featuring exclusive interviews with the Buss family, players, coaches, and executives. It chronicles the team’s rise and success over the years.
Additionally, “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty” is a dramatized series that aired on HBO. Premiering in 2022, it offers a fictionalized portrayal of the Lakers’ “Showtime” era during the 1980s. The series provides a stylized narrative of the team’s history during that period.
While Netflix has not released a documentary solely about the Lakers, these series provide valuable insights into the team’s history and key figures.
