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HBO has canceled the TV series "Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty" after its second season finale. The show, based on Jeff Pearlman's book, focused on the Los Angeles Lakers' dominance in the 1980s. Despite a decline in viewership from the first season, the creators expressed gratitude for the opportunity. The cancellation comes after the show's creator and Pearlman urged viewers to support the second season.
HBO has decided to end the TV series "Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty" after its second season, which covered the Lakers' rivalry with the Boston Celtics. The show's ratings have dropped, and there has been controversy surrounding its accuracy, with key figures like Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Jerry West criticizing the portrayals. HBO defended the series, stating that it was extensively researched but acknowledged that some fictionalization was done for dramatic purposes. The ensemble cast included John C. Reilly, Quincy Isaiah, Adrien Brody, and Solomon Hughes. HBO also recently canceled another drama series, "The Idol," after one season.