Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka's future uncertain after record sale
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 12, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Aug 12, 2026
The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly been sold to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for $12.5 billion. The deal, a record-breaking transaction for an NBA franchise, follows a strong offseason for the team. With new ownership, changes in the front office are anticipated, putting Pelinka's role in jeopardy. He has been associated with the Lakers for nine years, primarily due to support from team president Jeanie Buss. As the franchise transitions under new management, Pelinka's future will be closely monitored in the coming weeks.
- •Lakers sold to Kushner and Iger for $12.5 billion.
- •Pelinka has been GM for nine years.
- •New ownership often brings front office changes.
- •Strong offseason for the Lakers precedes the sale.
- •Pelinka's future is uncertain with the new ownership.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Lakers general manager Rob Pelinka's future in jeopardy after $12.5B record-breaking deal
"The end could very well be near for Rob Pelinka. He survived a new owner last year, but it remains to be seen if he can survive another one.
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