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Los Angeles Lakers News / HerSportsNation / August 14
Stephen A. Smith predicts Rob Pelinka’s Lakers exit after $12 billion sale
The Los Angeles Lakers are heading into another major transition, and this time the uncertainty extends beyond the ownership group. Following the franchise’s record-setting sale to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger, questions are already emerging about who will remain in charge of basketball operations.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 14
Bob Iger ‘Very Close’ With Adam Silver
The Los Angeles Lakers made headlines this week when it was reported that — for the second time in less than 18 months — the franchise is being sold. Mark Walter bought a majority stake in the team last year for a $10 billion valuation, and is now selling his shares to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner at a $12.5 billion valuation.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 14
Lakers will be good this year regardless of ownership 
Welcome to SB Nation Reacts, a survey of fans across the NBA. Throughout the year we ask questions of the most plugged-in Lakers fans and fans across the country. Sign up here to participate in the weekly emailed surveys.
The '50-point NBA Playoff games' quiz
In the history of the NBA, a player has scored 50 or more points in a playoff game on 51 occasions. How many can you name in six minutes?
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 14
Lakers Tied For Most National TV Games In NBA For 2026-27 Season
The NBA released the full schedule for the 2026-27 season, giving fans their first chance to project what their team’s seasons might look like. The Los Angeles Lakers, behind Luka Doncic and Austin Reaves as their star duo, were once again put into a primetime-heavy schedule.
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.
Jaden Hardy News / Fadeaway World / August 14
Jaden Hardy Could Be Lakers’ Answer To Their Three-Point Shooting Problem
The Los Angeles Lakers have spent much of this offseason searching for another reliable shooter. But the solution to their three-point shooting issues might already be on their roster.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 14
Bob Iger: It’s ‘Premature’ To Speculate On Plans With Lakers
The Los Angeles Lakers are in the relatively unprecedented position of undergoing their second ownership change in under 18 months. Bob Iger, the former CEO of Disney, and Josh Kushner, a venture capitalist, made a stunning agreement to purchase Mark Walter’s shares of the Lakers at a valuation of $12.5 billion.
Ziaire Williams News / Silver Screen & Roll / August 14
Scouting Report: What should Lakers fans expect from Ziaire Williams?
After making their big swings this offseason, the Lakers made some low-risk, high-reward signings. Both came on the wing with one being Matisse Thybulle, a talented defensive player with injury questions and the other being Ziaire Williams.
Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / August 14
Lakers Nation Believes Injustice Against Luka Doncic in MVP Race Finally Ends With New Owner’s Overlooked Ties Surfacing
The Los Angeles Lakers just made the biggest ownership move in franchise history, and it has given fans one more reason to talk about Luka Doncic’s MVP chances.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Stadium Rant / August 13
Lakers Sale: Josh Kushner And Bob Iger Reportedly Buying The Lakers For $12.5 Billion
The reported Lakers sale would value the entire franchise at $12.5 billion and transfer Mark Walter’s controlling interest to a group led by Josh Kushner and Bob Iger.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / August 14
Luka Doncic’s role in the sale of the Lakers has been revealed
Luka Doncic is now the undisputed face of the Los Angeles Lakers, but even he was kept in the dark about the latest stunning development with the franchise.
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.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / August 13
Next Steps For Luka Doncic Revealed After He Was Not Consulted On Lakers Sale
The Los Angeles Lakers are on the verge of another transition period, and nobody is sure what to expect. But with Mark Walter out and co-owners Bob Iger and Josh Kushner in, it’s a brand new regime running the show, and anything is on the table.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13
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.
MLB News / Larry Brown Sports / August 13
Lakers sale raises questions about Shohei Ohtani's future
One knock-on effect from the unexpected sale of the Los Angeles Lakers is what it could mean for the Los Angeles Dodgers.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 13
Top Lakers Games To Look Forward To In 2026-27 Season
The NBA has officially released the schedule for the 2026-27 regular season and that of course means the dates on the calendar will start getting circled for the biggest matchups of the year.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 13
Luka Doncic Was Not Consulted Prior To Sale But Plans To Speak With New Owners Soon
The sale of the Los Angeles Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner greatly affects everyone within the organization, especially with how quickly everything went down.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 13
Did Lakers leave money on the table keeping Jeanie Buss in charge?
If the Lakers are worth $12.5B in the summer of 2026, it's hard to imagine that they weren't worth more than $10B one year ago.
NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / August 13
Chris Paul could join Lakers front office
The Los Angeles Lakers’ new owners could turn to Chris Paul to serve a significant role in the team’s front office. Paul has been named as part of a potential Lakers front office under the new ownership group headed by Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, according to Ramona Shelburne of ESPN.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / August 12
Jeanie Buss to remain Lakers governor after $12.5 billion sale
The Lakers are changing owners again. Jeanie Buss, however, isn’t going anywhere. Incoming owners Bob Iger and Josh Kushner intend to keep Buss in her role as team governor following their $12.5 billion purchase of the franchise from Mark Walter, Iger told Khobi Price of the California Post.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / August 13
Biggest questions after stunning Lakers sale to Joshua Kushner, Bob Iger
The Los Angeles Lakers are once again changing ownership.
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 11
Ben Simmons has one strong tie to Lakers
The Lakers want another two-way forward, and Simmons has the size to help them in that regard.
Jonathan Kuminga News / Yardbarker / August 10
Lakers' Jonathan Kuminga dream faces two competitors
The Lakers have been keeping tabs on Kuminga for a while now.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / August 9
Lakers have one condition to trade Austin Reaves
What would it take for the Lakers to trade Reaves?
NBA News / Yardbarker / August 8
Lakers face roadblock in potential Klay Thompson trade
Thompson still has one year left in the three-year, $50 million pact he signed to join the Mavericks.
Los Angeles Lakers News / Yardbarker / August 7
Lakers' free-agency 'fantasies' might lead them back to a disappointing option
They might be forced to pivot.
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