Mark Walter sells Lakers stake, sparks speculation on other team sales

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Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Mark Walter sells Lakers stake, sparks speculation on other team sales
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Mark Walter sold his majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to John Kushner and Bob Iger for $12.5 billion, a significant increase from the $10 billion valuation when he purchased the team. This sale has led to speculation about the potential sale of his other sports teams, including the Los Angeles Dodgers, WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks, and stakes in Premier League clubs Chelsea and Strasbourg. Walter is also involved with the Professional Women’s Hockey League and the Billie Jean King Cup. The next likely sales could involve Chelsea and Strasbourg, as Walter and Todd Boehly seek buyers for their respective stakes.

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  • Mark Walter sold Lakers for $12.5 billion
  • Speculation on selling Chelsea and Strasbourg stakes
  • Walter owns the Dodgers and Sparks
  • Involvement with Professional Women’s Hockey League
  • Fundamental impact on team management future
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Mark Walter sold his majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers to John Kushner and Bob Iger in a record-breaking deal last week. Walter purchased the Lakers from the Buss family at a $10 billion valuation just 14 months ago, and the team is now worth $12.

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