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Lakers Notes: LeBron James Urged to Leave LA, LeBron Reacts to Bronny Post, Mark Walter Prediction

The Los Angeles Lakers are transitioning ownership, going from Jeanie Buss to Mark Walter, the person who also owns the Dodgers. Through Walter's leadership, the Dodgers have become a powerhouse in MLB, racking up two World Series titles this decade.

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Dodgers President Makes Bold Prediction for New Lakers Owner Mark Walter

The sports connection in the city of Angels has never been stronger after the principal owner of the defending MLB champion Los Angeles Dodgers purchased a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers in June.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 4

Mark Walter Is ‘Huge’ Luka Doncic Fan

This is truly a new era for the Los Angeles Lakers as superstar guard Luka Doncic has officially signed his three-year, $165 million contract extension that truly cements him as the face of this franchise.

Lakers owner-to-be Mark Walter was involved in Luka Dončić extension talks

While he may not be majority owner officially yet, Mark Walter has been an active part in making sure Luka Dončić remains with the Lakers long term. The Lakers are entering a new era, one signified by Saturday’s press conference announcing Luka Dončić’s extension.

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The 'American League WAR leaders' quiz

The Wins-Above-Replacement stat -- or WAR -- measures the amount of wins a single player adds compared to a "replacement," level player. With that being said, can you name the players to lead the American League in WAR each season since 1995?

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MLB News / Lakers Nation / July 27

Dodgers’ Andrew Friedman: Mark Walter ‘Wants To Win So Badly’ For Lakers

The Los Angeles Lakers sent shockwaves through the NBA last month when reports emerged that the Buss family was selling its majority stake in the franchise to Mark Walter.

Los Angeles Lakers Didn’t Tell LeBron James About Mark Walter Sale, Told Luka Dončić

When the Buss family agreed to sell a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter for $10 billion on June 18, Luka Dončić was given a heads-up, but NBA legend LeBron James was not given the same notice.

Warriors’ Draymond Green Calls Lakers ‘Dangerous’ Following Sale To Mark Walter

Mark Walter has been the talk of the sports world after he purchased a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers for a $10 billion valuation. Walter is a proven winner as a team owner as evidenced by his track record with the Los Angeles Dodgers and he now has a chance to revitalize the Laker franchise in a similar fashion.

Magic Johnson Believes Mark Walter Is ‘Right Person’ To Take Over Lakers

The sale of the Los Angeles Lakers from the Buss family to TWG Global CEO and L.A. owner Mark Walter has been announced by both parites. In addition to having been a minority owner of the team, Walter also has another Lakers connection as he has long worked with franchise legend Magic Johnson with the Dodgers.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 26

Lakers Make Bold Trade with Bulls Ahead of Thursday Draft

The Los Angeles Lakers are doing their darnedest to steal the spotlight from everyone else this summer. First, longtime L.A. owners the Buss family revealed

Lakers Sale To Mark Walter Will Close This Year

New incoming Lakers majority owner Mark Walter will assume control of the franchise during the third or fourth quarter of 2025, Tim Reynolds of The Associated Press reports.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / June 25

Jeanie Buss Makes First Statement After Announcing Sale Of Lakers To Mark Walter

Last week, it was reported that Jeanie Buss and her family had agreed to sell their majority stake of the Los Angeles Lakers to TWG Global CEO and owner of the L.A.

Mark Walter Becoming New Lakers Owner Later In 2025

The sale of the majority stake of the Los Angeles Lakers franchise to Los Angeles Dodgers owner Mark Walter was announced Wednesday morning. However, the deal is still pending approval from the NBA Board of Governors, which is not expected to take place until the third or fourth quarter (July-December) of 2025.

Details On When Sale Of Lakers To Mark Walter Is Expected To Close

Mark Walter and the Buss family have officially announced that the majority stake of the Los Angeles Lakers franchise is being sold to the TWG Global CEO and owner of the L.A.

Los Angeles Dodgers News / Los Angeles Dodgers on SI / June 21

Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani Receives Gift From Lakers After Mark Walter's Purchase

Mark Walter, the primary owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers, recently agreed to acquire majority ownership of the historic basketball franchise, the Los Angeles Lakers, in a $10 billion sale on Wednesday.

Ownership Sale To Mark Walter Could Lead To More Synergy With Dodgers

The Buss family has agreed to sale the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter, who is also the owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers. Walter was part of the group that purchased the Dodgers in 2012 and that franchise has seen great success since, including two World Series Championships.

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League-Wide Reaction To Lakers’ Sale To Mark Walter Is Overwhelmingly Positive

News of the sale of the Los Angeles Lakers to TWG Global CEO Mark Walter, who also owns the Los Angeles Dodgers, came as a big surprise to many. The Lakers have been owned by the Buss family since Dr.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 20

Winners and Losers From Lakers Massive Sale to Mark Walter

The Los Angeles Lakers have been sold from the Buss family to Mark Walter, the principal owner of the Los Angeles Dodgers. For a valuation of about $10 billion, Walker will control the team.

NBA News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 20

Mark Walter Could Make Sweeping Changes Following Lakers Purchase

The Los Angeles Lakers now have a new controlling owner. For the first time in forty years, the Lakers will be owned by someone without the last name "Buss".

NBA News / Lakers Nation / June 20

Mark Walter Can Be ‘Valuable Resource’ For LeBron James’ NBA Ownership Goals

The news of the Buss family selling their controlling stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter has sent shockwaves throughout the basketball world and will have effects throughout the entirety of the franchise.

NBA News / FirstSportz / June 20

$10 Billion Lakers’ Miserly Ways Under Jeanie Buss Exposed After Sale to Mark Walter

Mark Walter handed over Jeanie Buss and her family billions to take over a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers. In doing so, the franchise’s valuation soared to $10 billion, and their fans are ecstatic about the team’s future with the Los Angeles Dodgers owner taking over.

NBA News / FirstSportz / June 19

ESPN Insider Says Mark Walter Heralds Lakers’ ‘Modern Era’ After $10 Billion Deal With Jeanie Buss

The Lakers have stolen all the headlines ahead of Game 6 of the 2025 NBA Finals. Mark Walter’s $10 billion purchase has made the team the most valuable entity in sports.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / June 19

Report: Mark Walter’s Deep Pockets, Success With Dodgers Make Lakers More Appealing For Luka Doncic

According to Dave McMenamin of ESPN, Mark Walter’s deep pockets and success with the Los Angeles Dodgers make the Los Angeles Lakers more appealing for Luka Doncic. Doncic can sign a contract extension with the Lakers on August 2 for as much as four years and $229 million.