Jeanie Buss petitions court to block Lakers stake sale by siblings

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Last updated Aug 26, 2026

Jeanie Buss petitions court to block Lakers stake sale by siblings
Summary

Jeanie Buss has filed a petition in Los Angeles Superior Court to prevent her five siblings from selling the family’s remaining stake in the Los Angeles Lakers. She accuses them of plotting to oust her as the team's governor. Buss argues that selling the stake does not make financial sense, citing the team's increasing value. Her goal is to uphold her father's legacy and benefit both fans and the Buss family. The petition indicates ongoing family tensions regarding team ownership.

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  • Jeanie Buss accuses siblings of trying to remove her as governor
  • Petition filed on August 26, 2026
  • Buss cites Lakers' rising value in her argument against sale
  • Focus is on maintaining family legacy and fan interests
  • Family feud over team ownership appears unresolved
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