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End of an Era: Buss Family Sells Remaining Lakers Stake, Issues Telling Statement on Exit

The Los Angeles Lakers have been sold for the second time in 14 months, with majority owner Mark Walter, who also owns the Los Angeles Dodgers, agreeing to sell the storied NBA franchise to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner for a record-setting $12.5 billion.

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Jeanie Buss makes major decision on her role with Lakers

Jeanie Buss and her siblings are cashing out on the Los Angeles Lakers. The Buss family will sell their remaining 17.8 percent Lakers ownership stake to incoming owners Bob Iger and Josh Kushner.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / August 17

Buss Family To Sell Remaining Stake In Lakers To Kushner, Iger

After controlling owner Mark Walter agreed to sell his majority stake in the Lakers to Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger, the Buss family is following suit and will sell its remaining minority shares to the incoming ownership group, reports Shams Charania of ESPN (Twitter link).

NBA News / EssentiallySports / August 17

Lakers Legend Claims Billionaires Treat Franchise Like a 'Toy,' Sends Strong Message to New Ownership

The Los Angeles Lakers are entering another stunning ownership shift, but this one feels different. Just last year, Jeanie Buss and Co. gave way to Mark Walter in a deal that valued the franchise at $10 billion.

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 17

Buss Family Selling Remaining Lakers Ownership Stake To Bob Iger & Josh Kushner

The Los Angeles Lakers have now sold multiple times in the last couple of years as Jeanie and the Buss family first sold their majority stake to Mark Walter at a $10 billion valuation.

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The 25 greatest NBA Finals performances of all-time

The regular season is important, but NBA legends are made in the playoffs. More specifically, it's the Finals where the all-time greats have built their otherworldly reputations.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 17

Buss Family Selling Remaining Lakers Ownership Stake To Bib Iger & Josh Kushner

The Los Angeles Lakers have now sold multiple times in the last couple of years as Jeanie and the Buss family first sold their majority stake to Mark Walter at a $10 billion valuation.

Luka Doncic News / Lakers Nation / August 17

Luka Doncic NBA 2K27 Rating Revealed

In his first full season with the Los Angeles Lakers, Luka Doncic put forth one of the best years of his career. Doncic led the NBA in scoring and was an All-NBA First Team selection who finished fourth in regular season MVP voting.

PJ Washington News / Lakers Nation / August 17

Lakers Trade Target PJ Washington Expecting To Stay With Mavericks

Even though the Los Angeles Lakers have a full roster, there are still rumors circulating about the team eyeing potential additions via trade. One name that has been mentioned as a possibility is forward PJ Washington of the Dallas Mavericks.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 17

Lakers’ Luka Doncic takes big first step with new ownership after yet another bombshell change

Now with LeBron James gone and an overhaul of the team’s ownership, Luka Doncic is taking charge of the major moves. The Los Angeles Lakers superstar recently made a statement after Bob Iger and Josh Kushner acquired the franchise for $12.5 billion.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 17

Mike D’Antoni Reveals Why He Took Lakers Head Coaching Job

The 2012-13 Los Angeles Lakers featured a big three of Kobe Bryant, Dwight Howard and Steve Nash with hopes of giving their franchise star, Bryant, a chance to contend for another championship.

Kevon Looney News / Lakers Nation / August 17

Kevon Looney Has ‘Chip On My Shoulder’ This Season

As it currently stands, the only other true center on the Los Angeles Lakers roster aside from starter Walker Kessler is veteran Kevon Looney. While he spent last season with the New Orleans Pelicans, Looney spent the first 10 years of his NBA career with the Golden State Warriors where he won multiple NBA Championships.

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The 25 best NBA players to never play in college

Typically, the path to the NBA for most players is to spend at least a season in college to get high-level basketball and important development under their belts.

NBA News / EssentiallySports / August 17

Lakers Nation Warned of Josh Kushner’s Ownership Concerns After Failed FIFA Takeover Attempt: 'Entire World Rejected'

Roughly nine months ago, the NBA Board of Governors officially approved Mark Walter’s acquisition of the Los Angeles Lakers. And now the franchise is entering another new era, but not everyone is convinced of the latest ownership change.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 16

Shaquille O’Neal Believes Today’s Centers Are All ‘Cupcakes’

Shaquille O’Neal has developed a reputation since retiring of being pretty hard on centers in today’s NBA. The Los Angeles Lakers legend has high expectations for big men and does not mince his words, having no problems saying exactly how he feels.

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Jaden Hardy Chose No. 7 In Part Due To Luka Doncic

There are a lot of fresh faces on the Los Angeles Lakers this year, including Jaden Hardy, who was acquired in a trade with the Washington Wizards. Hardy has some notable connections on the Lakers as he played with Luka Doncic on the Dallas Mavericks.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / August 16

Austin Reaves’ NBA 2K27 Rating Revealed

Austin Reaves was enjoying the best season of his career for the Los Angeles Lakers before injuries ruined things. Reaves averaged a career-high 23.3 points per game, but was limited to only 51 games and also missed the start of the playoffs.

NBA News / Viral Sports News / August 14

Los Angeles Lakers' trade talks hit major snag

The Lakers are attempting to pursue a sign-and-trade with the Atlanta Hawks for the young forward … but talks may have hit a snag.

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Who's the boss? Luka Doncic gets fifth owner in five years

This era of NBA basketball features plenty of player movement, with superstars like LeBron James and Kevin Durant changing teams multiple times over their career. Sometimes, it's the bosses who keep changing, as Luka Doncic discovered again this week.

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