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Jeanie Buss to contest siblings' plan to sell their Lakers minority ownership stake to Kushner, Iger
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· August 17, 2026
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Key points The decision would impact Jeanie Buss' role as governor, as it requires a minimum of 15% ownership. 8% ownership stake to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger.
A dispute is unfolding regarding the ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers. Jeanie Buss, the team's governor, is contesting her siblings' plan to sell their minority stake in the team. 8% ownership stake to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger.
The decision would impact Jeanie Buss' role as governor, as it requires a minimum of 15% ownership. Her attorney has stated that any sale would need approval from the current co-trustees. Further details on this developing story are available from The Associated Press and other sources, including ESPN and The Athletic.
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Category: local Published: August 17, 2026 Source: KPRC 2 / Click2Houston (NBC) Reading time: 1 min
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