Los Angeles Lakers legend Jerry West has demanded a retraction for the portrayal of himself in the HBO series "Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty." Through a letter form his legal counsel, West called his characterization on the series "deliberately false." The note also claims the series depicts West as “as an out-of-control, intoxicated rage-aholic. The Jerry West in Winning Time bears no resemblance to the real man. The real Jerry West prided himself on treating people with dignity and respect." The statement also asked for a retraction “no later than two weeks from the date of this letter,” which is dated April 19. "Winning Time" is based on the book “Showtime” by author and sportswriter Jeff Pearlman. West, a Basketball Hall of Famer, spent 14 seasons with the Lakers and was an All-Star in each season. After his playing days, West coached the Lakers briefly and then moved to the front office, where he created the “Showtime Lakers” led by Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and James Worthy and coached by Pat Riley. For more on West's demands, click the link in our bio. 📸: @gettyimages