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Jeanie Buss' ownership status uncertain amid ongoing sale discussions

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 28, 2026, 2:34 PM

Last updated Aug 28, 2026

Jeanie Buss' ownership status uncertain amid ongoing sale discussions
Summary

As of August 28, 2026, uncertainties surround Jeanie Buss' future as controlling owner of the Los Angeles Lakers. Ramona Shelburne reports that Buss' ownership agreement was with Mark Walter and included formal paperwork, not a handshake agreement. The implications of the upcoming sale for her role remain unclear, particularly concerning the intricacies of the contractual details. Ongoing discussions regarding the transition of ownership could soon clarify Buss' situation.

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  • •Jeanie Buss' ownership status in question during Lakers sale talks.
  • •Agreement with Mark Walter involved formal paperwork.
  • •Ramona Shelburne provided insights on the matter.
  • •The future ownership structure of the Lakers remains uncertain.
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