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WhileWinning Timehas generally receivedpositive reviewsfrom critics, the same cannot be said for thereal-life counterpartsof the HBO series.
Below are some of the basketball stars depicted inWinning Timewho didnt think the show was a slam dunk.
He stated that his distaste for it isnt based on inaccurate portrayals but the shallowness and lazy writing.
He criticizes the characterizations and plot, citing that the shows humor falls flat.
Magic Johnson, portrayed by Quincy Isaiah, also shared that he isnt interested in the HBO series.
You gotta have the guys.
Theres no way to duplicate Showtime.
I dont care who you get.
Now, thats bullshit.
I had a long-term association as an arena manager.
So I wouldnt have cooperated in any case.
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