Dodgers executives discuss implications of Lakers sale by Mark Walter
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 13, 2026, 12:11 AM
Last updated Aug 13, 2026

Los Angeles Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and president Stan Kasten addressed the recent sale of the Lakers by Dodgers owner Mark Walter. Walter sold the basketball franchise for $12.5 billion to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner. The sale has raised questions regarding Walter's future ownership of the Dodgers, but Kasten emphasized that the teams operate independently and no changes are anticipated for the Dodgers. Roberts expressed surprise at the sudden nature of the sale, which followed a brief decision period for Walter. The SEC is currently investigating Walter regarding insurance companies he owns, adding a layer of uncertainty around his ownership of the Dodgers.
- •Mark Walter sells Lakers for $12.5 billion to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner.
- •Dodgers executives confirm no anticipated changes following the sale.
- •Manager Dave Roberts expresses surprise at the abrupt decision.
- •The SEC is investigating Walter regarding his insurance companies.
- •Kasten states the Dodgers and Lakers are operated independently.
- 12:11 AMYahoo Sports — Dodgers Leadership Addresses What Lakers Sale Means for Mark Walter
"Dodgers manager Dave Roberts and executive Stan Kasten addressed the sale of the Lakers by current Dodgers owner Mark Walter.
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