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The Los Angeles Lakers have new owners, and fans are reacting to the surprise sale.

By · Published August 14, 2026  05:29 UTC · Updated August 16, 2026  06:37 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 4 distinct news outlets with 5 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 3.
  • Primary Driver: The Los Angeles Lakers have new owners, and fans are reacting to the surprise sale.
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The Los Angeles Lakers have new owners, and fans are reacting to the surprise sale. The team was purchased by Josh Kushner and Bob Iger.

The sale has sparked reactions from fans and former team figures. Lynne Roberts, a former Lakers executive, has broken her silence on the sale.

The new ownership raises questions about the future direction of the franchise. Bloomberg is asking whether Bob Iger can bring the magic back to the Lakers.

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Who are the new owners of the Los Angeles Lakers?

Josh Kushner and Bob Iger.

What is the reaction from Lakers fans?

Fans have been sounding off on the team’s sale.

What is the former Lakers executive Lynne Roberts' stance on the sale?

Roberts has broken her silence on the sale.

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