HBO's L.A. Lakers Series Casts Actors to Play Jack Nicholson, Richard Pryor and More. Adam McKay’s HBO L.A. Lakers drama series has added more members to the cast including actors who will play actor and Lakers megafan Jack Nicholson and comedian Richard Pryor. Max E. Williams (Dreamland) has been cast as Jack Nicholson, “icon, movie star… and... Continue Reading →