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The NBA has always been a man’s world, but that doesn’t mean that a woman can’t make her mark. There was a time the team owners were all men, and then Jeanie Buss busted through the glass ceiling to become one of the most influential women in NBA history.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 25

Joey & Jesse Buss To Remain With Organization After Sale Is Finalized

The next era of Los Angeles Lakers basketball begins during the 2025-26 season as the franchise has several new faces leading the way. Luka Doncic is primed and ready to assume the role as the next face of the Lakers following an offseason dedicated to transforming his body.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / September 24

Jeanie Buss, Lakers Update Emerges After News on Wednesday

Jeanie Buss has held one of the NBA’s most high-profile positions since inheriting control of the Los Angeles Lakers from her father, Jerry Buss. She became

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Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 24

Joey & Jesse Buss Launch Sports Acquisition Business

The Buss family has owned the Los Angeles Lakers since Dr. Jerry Buss purchased the team in 1979, but that is about to change as earlier this year they announced they will be selling the team to Mark Walter, the CEO and chairman of TWG Global who also owns the L.A.

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The 25 most notable one-time NBA All-Stars

The all-time list of NBA All-Stars is obviously long, and notably distinguished. However, there are some players — for various reasons — who the casual, or even most-dedicated, NBA fans can't recall having earned All-Star nods.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA on ClutchPoints / August 28

Lakers governor Jeanie Buss drops ‘sad’ revelation about Luka Doncic trade

The Los Angeles Lakers recently revealed their schedule for the upcoming 2025-26 campaign, the first full season with Luka Doncic at the helm. Doncic has been on a press tour this summer showing off his new slimmed down physique in the wake of his contract extension with Los Angeles.

Los Angeles Lakers News / The SportsRush / July 14

Ex-Clippers Center Had a Hilarious Reaction to Seeing Lakers Girls For the First Time

Being one of the biggest franchises in the NBA, the Los Angeles Lakers, courtesy of their magnificent trophy case, have revolutionized the fan experience.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / July 9

NBA Rumors: Jeanie Buss Will Remain Lakers Governor ‘For At Least The Next Five Seasons’

Jeanie Buss will remain the governor of the Los Angeles Lakers “for at least the next five seasons,” according to NBA insider Sam Amick of The Athletic.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / July 9

How long Jeanie Buss must remain governor after $10 billion sale

The Los Angeles Lakers are on the cusp of a $10 billion sale. However, current governor Jeanie Buss will continue to oversee day-to-day operations. According to Sam Amick of The Athletic, Buss is likely to remain the team’s governor for five more seasons, even as the organization is sold to Dodgers owner Mark Walter.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Field Level Media / June 25

Despite sale of Lakers, Jeanie Buss expected to remain governor of team for 'years'

The Los Angeles Lakers may be under new ownership, but the Buss family will still have a prominent role. A week after news emerged that Mark Walter was

NBA News / Athlon Sports / June 25

Jeanie Buss, 63, Breaks Silence After Selling Lakers For $10 Billion

The Buss family has sold the majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter for $10 billion. Walter now owns the Lakers and the Los Angeles Dodgers.

NBA News / NBA on ClutchPoints / June 25

Jeanie Buss breaks silence on Lakers’ franchise sale

The Los Angeles Lakers made a lot of noise recently, as the Buss family agreed to sell majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter for $10 billion.

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

Jeanie Buss Legacy Following Historic Lakers Sale

The Los Angeles Lakers are no longer owned by the Buss family. For the first time since 1979, someone with a different last name will be the controlling owner of the team.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / June 19

10 Most Iconic Moments Of The Buss Era As Lakers Ownership Ends

On June 18, 2025, the storied relationship between the Los Angeles Lakers and the Buss family, dating back to Jerry Buss’s $67.5 million acquisition of the franchise in 1979, came to a historic close.

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NBA News / Last Word On Sports / June 19

Lakers Sale Saved Them From ‘Imminent’ Financial Troubles

LOS ANGELES – The Buss family has reached an agreement to sell majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers to billionaire investor Mark Walter. ESPN reports that the sale values the Lakers at approximately $10 billion—the highest valuation in U.S.

NBA News / Field Level Media / June 18

Reports: Buss family selling majority ownership of Lakers

For the first time since 1979, the Los Angeles Lakers will not have the Buss family as a majority owner. According to ESPN, the Buss family has entered into an agreement to sell majority ownership of the franchise to Mark Walter, CEO of diversified holding company TWG Global.

NBA News / Total Apex Sports / June 18

Los Angeles Lakers Sale Finalizes During 2025 NBA Finals

The Los Angeles Lakers may have been eliminated from the playoffs for a few weeks now, but on Wednesday, they made a significant move for the future of the franchise.

Sparks' Owner Mark Walter Acquires Majority Ownership of Lakers From Buss Family

Mark Walter has agreed to purchase a majority ownership stake of the Los Angeles Lakers from the Buss family for approximately $10 billion — the largest-ever sale of a U.S.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / June 18

Buss family selling Lakers to Mark Walter for $10 billion

The Los Angeles Lakers will be changing ownership hands in the near future, and it’s for a price that may have been too good to ignore. The Buss family has agreed to sell a majority stake in the Lakers to Mark Walter, who is the primary owner and chairman of the Los Angeles Dodgers.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / June 18

Buss Family Entering Agreement To Sell Majority Ownership Of Lakers To Mark Walter

According to Shams Charania of ESPN, the Buss family is entering an agreement to sell majority ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers to Mark Walter, the CEO and chairman of diversified holding company TWG Global.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / February 28

Lakers Owner Jeanie Buss Says She Wasn’t Certain Of Luka Doncic Trade Until Last Minute

Lakers owner Jeanie Buss revealed she was among the few with advance knowledge of the trade talks involving Luka Doncic, but she wasn’t certain the deal would be finalized until the last moment, according to Khobi Price of The Orange County Register.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Basketball Network / November 22

'Jerry Buss rewarded his sacrifice' - Pat Riley on Michael Cooper choosing to be a sixth man

Los Angeles Lakers icon Michael Cooper was finally inducted into the Hall of Fame this year. Known for his stellar defense, Coop was critical to the Showtime Lakers' title campaigns in the 1980s.

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The best two-season TV shows

Often, we hear about the one-season wonders in television. People espouse a Freaks and Geeks or a My So-Called Life. What about the two-season wonders? Some were canceled too soon, others wrapped up of their own accord.

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The most memorable movies and TV shows set in the 1980s

These are the most memorable movies and TV shows that are set in the ‘80s in a throwback sense.

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Predicting the breakout actors of 2022

We got new movie stars and breakout actors on television. This happens every year, of course. Ah, but that means it is going to happen in 2022 as well.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / March 16, 2021

Adrien Brody to play Pat Riley in HBO's 1980s Los Angeles Lakers series

Adrien Brody reportedly to play Pat Riley in HBO's 1980s Los Angeles Lakers series

While HBO's series chronicling the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers does not yet have a title, it has reportedly added another star to its roster. According to Variety's Joe Otterson, Oscar-winning actor Adrien Brody has been selected to portray Pat Riley.

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