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Lakers controlling owner Jeanie Buss opposes sale of family's stake to Bob Iger, Joshua Kushner

The Lakers' controlling owner is publicly opposing a potential sale of the family's stake in the team.

By · Published August 17, 2026 at 23:27 UTC · Updated August 18, 2026 at 05:24 UTC

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What happened

The Lakers' controlling owner Jeanie Buss is opposing a potential sale of the family's stake in the team to Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner. The news comes after reports of a possible sale surfaced.

The sale would affect the team's ownership structure and potentially its future direction. The next steps involve negotiations between the parties involved and a decision from the Buss family.

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Questions people are asking

Who is opposing the sale of the Lakers' stake?

Jeanie Buss, the controlling owner of the Lakers, is opposing the sale.

Who are the potential buyers?

Bob Iger and Joshua Kushner are the potential buyers of the Lakers' stake.

What is the current status of the sale?

The sale is currently opposed by Jeanie Buss, and negotiations are ongoing.

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Los Angeles Lakers NBA Bob Iger Joshua Kushner Jeanie Buss sports ownership

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