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Los Angeles Lakers sell for $12.5 billion amid ownership changes

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 19, 2026, 7:06 PM

Last updated Aug 19, 2026

Los Angeles Lakers sell for $12.5 billion amid ownership changes
Summary

The Los Angeles Lakers have been sold for $12.5 billion, with new ownership having emerged in Bob Iger and Josh Kushner. The sale has generated discussion about its implications for the Lakers' roster, including Luka Doncic, and the ongoing legal issues surrounding the Buss family. Analysts are eager to examine the effects on the team's performance as the season approaches. The transaction highlights significant financial interests within the league and raises questions about future investments in the NBA.

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  • •Lakers sold for $12.5 billion to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner
  • •Discussion on implications for Luka Doncic and young roster
  • •Ongoing legal issues involving the Buss family persist
  • •Analysts anticipate potential changes in team performance
  • •Rising franchise valuations signal increased financial stakes in the NBA
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  • 7:06 PMYahoo Sports — What the $12.5 billion Lakers sale means for Luka, LA & the NBA
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Tom Haberstroh and Dan Devine break down the $12.5 billion sale of the Los Angeles Lakers.

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