While it might be a series about the Los Angeles Lakers in the 1980s, the popular NBA-oriented HBO series “Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty” is set during a decade dominated by two historic rivals, the Lakers and the Boston Celtics, locked in mortal combat.
So there are plenty of Celtics-related moments for fans of the Boston franchise to enjoy with a star-studded cast representing legendary Celtics general manager Arnold “Red” Auerbach (Michael Chiklis), Hall of Fame Boston small forward Larry Bird (Sean Patrick Small), head coach Bill Fitch (Christopher Gehrman) and even famed announced Johnny Most (G. Larry Butler).
Wondering whether to watch the homage to Boston’s sworn rival? Curious to know more about it before you buy in?