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Jeanie Buss’ Sister Janie Pleaded to Not Be Fired By Lakers, Felt Like a Paper Thrown Into the Trash

The Lakers are one of the most storied franchises in all of sports. A big reason for the ascension to global recognition is thanks to the Buss family. Ever since Jerry Buss acquired the Lakers, they have been the pinnacle of entertainment in the NBA.

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Jeanie Buss’ Inner Circle, Including Kurt & Linda Rambis, Received Large Bonuses From Sale

The announcement of the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter came as a surprise to many as it always seemed as if the franchise would be within the Buss family forever.

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The 'Most 30-point, 10-assist NBA games' quiz

How many of the players with at least 20 30-point, 10-assist games in NBA history can you name in five minutes?

The 'Multiple NBA scoring title winners' quiz

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The 'Active NBA All-Star game leaders' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 21

'Should’ve Never Been Born': Jeanie Buss’ Private Remarks to Half Brother Revealed Amid $10B Lakers Sale

Dr Jerry Buss wanted the Lakers to be the family’s legacy. The franchise, as royal as it stands, actually divided the six Buss siblings. Only Jeanie Buss remains, assuming the position of the governor, even after the $10 billion sale to Mark Walter.

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The 25 players with the most successful post-NBA careers

Most NBA players, no matter how successful, are out of the league before the end of their 30s, or even their 20s. That leaves a lot of life left to live, and a good handful of players have made the most of their professional lives after leaving the court.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Larry Brown Sports / January 21

Jeanie Buss reportedly grew fed up with LeBron James

Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Jeanie Buss may not feel as warmly about LeBron James as she has publicly let on. A new article by Baxter Holmes of ESPN revealed how infighting among the Buss siblings helped lead to the team’s $10 billion sale to Mark Walter.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / January 21

Cam Reddish is headed to the G League

Cam Reddish is taking the long way back. According to Marc Stein of The Stein Line, the former lottery pick has signed a G League contract and is expected to enter the available player pool if he goes unclaimed on waivers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 21

Jeanie Buss Turned On LeBron James & Tried To Trade Him To Clippers In 2022

The Los Angeles Lakers organization is undergoing some significant changes as Jeanie and the Buss family sold their controlling ownership stake of the team to Mark Walter, who also owns the L.A.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 21

Jeanie Buss Turned Of LeBron James & Tried To Trade Him To Clippers In 2022

The Los Angeles Lakers organization is undergoing some significant changes as Jeanie and the Buss family sold their controlling ownership stake of the team to Mark Walter, who also owns the L.A.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Rumors / January 21

Cam Reddish To Play In G League

Former NBA lottery pick Cam Reddish is headed to the G League, sources tell Marc Stein of the Stein Line (Twitter link). According to Stein, Reddish has signed a G League contract.

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The '2025 NFL first-team All-Pro' quiz

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Los Angeles Lakers News / EssentiallySports / January 21

LeBron James’ Ungrateful Behavior Over Bronny’s $7.9M Lakers Move Irked Jeanie Buss

LeBron James’ tenure with the Lakers has reached a tense moment. But it always seemed like Jeanie Buss, the governor, was on his side. She openly stated wanting him to retire as a Laker.

Deandre Ayton News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 21

Lakers’ Deandre Ayton goes full pirate mode after getting poked in eye

On Tuesday night, the Los Angeles Lakers picked up their second straight win with an impressive comeback victory over the Denver Nuggets. The Nuggets were in control of this game for most of the way, but Los Angeles used a 16-0 run in the fourth quarter to take back the momentum, and ultimately held on for a 115-107 victory.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 21

LeBron James Gives Shoutout To Luka Doncic After Being Named All-Star Starter

The Los Angeles Lakers are used to having starters in the NBA All-Star Game and that will be the case once again with Luka Doncic leading all vote-getters.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 21

Nets Stars Emerge as Potential Lakers' Trade Targets

The NBA trade deadline is right around the corner, with the Los Angeles Lakers expected to be one of the more active teams in the league. General manager Rob Pelinka and the Lakers' brass have until Feb.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / January 21

Jeanie Buss’ inner circle, including Kurt, Linda Rambis, received huge bonuses after sale of Lakers

If you haven’t had a good groan recently, prepare yourselves. On Wednesday, Baxter Holmes of ESPN published an extensive post on the Buss family and the drama surrounding them.

Austin Reaves News / Lakers Nation / January 21

Lakers Injury News: Austin Reaves Expected To Return During 8-Game Road Trip

The Los Angeles Lakers hit a wall to near midway through the 2025-26 season after Austin Reaves was diagnosed with a left calf strain. Reaves re-aggravated his calf after previously missing a few games for it and was given about six weeks to recover before he would be reevaluated.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 21

Luka Doncic & Marcus Smart Lead Comeback Effort Against Nuggets

After a brief home stay, the Los Angeles Lakers kicked off their annual Grammy road trip by heading out to the mountains to see the Denver Nuggets for NBA Rivalry Week.

Luka Doncic News / Athlon Sports / January 21

NBA Makes Luka Doncic Announcement After Lakers Injury News

Luka Doncic led the Los Angeles Lakers to a 115-107 win over the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night. Nikola Jokic remained sidelined with a knee injury, and the Lakers took full advantage.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / January 21

Lakers' Austin Reaves Receives New Expected Return Date for Calf Strain

At the halfway point of the NBA regular season, injuries can start piling up for every team in the league, with 41 or more games in the books and the grind of the season beginning to take its toll.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 20

Lakers’ nightmare 2026 NBA trade deadline scenario that ruins title chances

The trade deadline is only weeks away, and the Lakers find themselves in a similar predicament as last season. They’re right in playoff contention but still far away from actually being one of the few teams that have the opportunity to compete for a title.

LeBron James News / Yardbarker / January 20

LeBron has second unfathomable streak end with All-Star Game announcement

LeBron James has second unfathomable streak end with All-Star Game announcement

Two of the most impressive and unbreakable streaks in NBA history ending in the same season may be the indicator that James has limited time left in the NBA.

NBA reveals 10 starters for new All-Star Game format

Brian Windhorst would pick lousy East team in a series vs. Lakers

Lakers slapped with a rule violation after Luka Doncic’s shenanigans

Ja Morant's stance on a trade is more trouble for the Grizzlies

25 current NBA players who will end up in the Hall of Very Good