Buss family conflict over Lakers ownership intensifies amid pending sale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 2:36 AM
Last updated Aug 19, 2026
The Buss family announced their decision to sell a 17.8% stake in the Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, which has drawn criticism from Jeanie Buss. Jeanie stated her intention to challenge the sale, leading to a public response from her siblings affirming their united stance on the sale. The ongoing family dynamics could complicate the situation further, with analysts indicating that the conflict might disrupt team operations and affect player focus as the upcoming season approaches.
- •Buss family intends to sell 17.8% ownership stake in the Lakers.
- •Jeanie Buss plans to contest the sale to Iger and Kushner.
- •Sibling members of the Buss family support the sale decision.
- •Analysts suggest potential distractions could affect team dynamics.
- •The Lakers prepare for the upcoming season amid ownership turmoil.
- 2:36 AMYahoo Sports — Lakers Power Struggle Reaches New Level With Latest Buss Family Statement
"Jim, Johnny, Janie, Joey, and Jesse Buss have released a new statement.
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