Bob Iger and Josh Kushner purchase L.A. Lakers from Mark Walter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 6:44 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026

Bob Iger and Josh Kushner have bought the Los Angeles Lakers from Mark Walter for approximately $12.5 billion. The deal marks a quick turnaround, as Walter acquired the team from the Buss family less than a year ago for $12 billion. Reactions among fans have been largely negative, with concerns over Iger's leadership and the quick succession of ownership changes. The sale still awaits approval from the NBA's Board of Governors, which could take several weeks to finalize.
- •Iger and Kushner buy Lakers for about $12.5 billion
- •Mark Walter purchased team for $12 billion less than a year ago
- •Fans express dissatisfaction with the ownership change
- •NBA's Board of Governors must approve the sale
- •The NBA season starts on October 20th.
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