HBO defends 'dramatization' of Los Angeles Lakers in 'Winning Time' - ESPN Australia

HBO issued a statement Tuesday defending its series "Winning Time," saying its "dramatization" of the Los Angeles Lakers, including depictions of former executive Jerry West, are "based on extensive factual research and reliable sourcing."

After being asked last week for a retraction and an apology by former Los Angeles Lakers executive Jerry West for "a baseless and malicious assault" on his character, HBO on Tuesday instead issued a … [+2699 chars]

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