Touched by Gold: '72 Lakers

Many consider the 1971-72 World Champion Los Angeles Lakers one of the greatest teams in the history of the NBA. But despite a remarkable run to the title that included a record 33-game winning streak, this group was the unlikeliest of champions.

2012

1h 0min

Top Billed Cast

Jerry West
Himself
Gail Goodrich
Pat Riley
Himself
Tommy Hawkins
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Wilt Chamberlain
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