Jeanie Buss will reportedly remain as governor of the Los Angeles Lakers for the foreseeable future despite the majority sale of the franchise to Mark Walter with that condition written into the actual purchase agreement. When Mark Cuban sold the Dallas Mavericks to the Adelson/Dumont families, he expected to continue running basketball operations, but his role was not … [Read more...] about Jeanie Buss Remaining Governor Of Lakers Written Into Purchase Agreement
Lakers’ Sale Could Strengthen Team With Expected Modernization, Increased Resources
The Los Angeles Lakers have long operated as a small family business under the Buss family, who have agreed to sell their majority stake to Mark Walter at a $10 billion valuation. The Lakers could become even more formidable with substantial financial backing behind them, similar to what Walter accomplished when he purchased the Los Angeles Dodgers. "This is one of the biggest … [Read more...] about Lakers’ Sale Could Strengthen Team With Expected Modernization, Increased Resources
LeBron James Focuses On Healing Knee Injury Before Training Camp
LeBron James said his primary focus is healing his sprained left knee before training camp begins in late September as he prepares for his 23rd NBA season with the Los Angeles Lakers. The 40-year-old superstar suffered the ligament sprain in April during the Lakers' playoff loss to Minnesota in Game 5 of the first round. James told The Associated Press the knee is feeling … [Read more...] about LeBron James Focuses On Healing Knee Injury Before Training Camp
Monte McNair Hired By Clippers In Advisor Role
The Los Angeles Clippers have agreed to hire Monte McNair in an advisor role. McNair and the Kings parted ways at the end of the 2024-25 season. McNair had been with the Kings since 2020 and signed an extension in January 2023 on his way to being named NBA Executive of the Year. McNair previously worked for the Houston Rockets and grew up in the Los Angeles area. … [Read more...] about Monte McNair Hired By Clippers In Advisor Role
Lakers Likely To Retain Trey Jemison, Christian Koloko For Next Season
The Los Angeles Lakers are looking for a starting center this offseason. While that search plays out, the Lakers are expected to keep some center depth via two-way contracts. Los Angeles is expected to keep both Trey Jemison III and Christian Koloko for next season. Jemison has a second year left on the two-year two-way deal he signed with the Lakers last season. Koloko is a … [Read more...] about Lakers Likely To Retain Trey Jemison, Christian Koloko For Next Season