Basketball: A Love Story

S1 E382018

Contempt: LA vs. Boston

Episode Synopsis

Boston Celtics vs Los Angeles Lakers. The NBA's greatest team rivalry included a tough coach named Pat Riley leading the Lakers to titles over the Celtics. A look into the rivalry that was fierce on the court and acrimonious off it.

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