Businessman Jerry Buss stakes his fortune on the purchase of the NBA's lacklustre L.A. Lakers. Head coach, Jerry West, bristles at the prospect of drafting college phenom Earvin Johnson - who must decide if he's ready to live up to the mantle of his nickname: Magic.

As Buss attempts to connect with a fellow franchise owner, Coach West and Claire face near impossible mandates, and Earvin looks for love.

As Buss courts new talent, a former Laker ponders a future with the franchise, and Earvin's move to LA isn't quite as magical as he hoped.

While training in Palm Springs, the introduction of a new playing style threatens to further divide an already fractured Lakers franchise.

While the Lakers prepare for their season opener, Kareem experiences a crisis of faith, and Buss clashes with those closest to him.

Tragedy strikes the Lakers coaching staff, adding to Buss' mounting list of professional, personal, and financial problems.