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The $10bn LA Lakers sale proves sports have outgrown even most billionaires

The Lakers’ record sale underscores how owning elite sports franchises is increasingly beyond even the wealthiest individuals, shifting power toward corporate consortiums

The Guardian - US

How Buss family transformed LA Lakers into ultimate $10billion sporting show

Jerry Buss bought the team for $67.5 million in 1979 and made huge changes on and off the court

Evening Standard

Quick Facts About Jerry, Jeanie Buss: Net Worth, LA Lakers Acquisition Timeline, How Much They Paid

At the time of his death in 2013, Jerry Buss was worth about $700 million (£521.08 million), thanks to his real estate empire and the Lakers.

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LA Lakers to be sold to Chelsea co-owner for $10 billion

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The Independent UK

Magic Johnson Gives Simple Reasoning for Why Lakers Fans Should Be 'Ecstatic' About Sale

Johnson believes Lakers fans should be excited about the ownership transition and explained why on Wednesday.

Sports Illustrated

Luka Doncic Makes First Public Comments on Lakers' Sale

Lakers star weighs in.

Sports Illustrated

NBA Insider Believes Los Angeles Lakers Will Only Get More Dangerous Following Sale

Storied franchise about to enter a new era.

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Chelsea co-owner Mark Walter set to buy LA Lakers in record $10bn deal

American billionaire expected to seal deal that will make NBA franchise the most expensive sports team in history

Evening Standard

Chelsea co-owner set to buy LA Lakers in historic $10bn takeover

Mark Walter is set to take majority ownership of the Lakers

The Independent UK

Dave Roberts Tells Lakers to Stay Away From Shohei Ohtani After Sale to Dodgers Owner

Roberts jokingly warned the Lakers to leave Ohtani alone after the team's sale to Dodgers owner Mark Walter.

Sports Illustrated

Who Is Mark Walter? Net Worth, Age, Companies & His Stake on New Lakers

Mark Walter's acquisition of the Los Angeles Lakers for £7.87 billion marks the most expensive sale in US sports history. Discover what this means for the Lakers, the Buss family, and the future of the NBA's most legendary team.

International Business Times UK

Who Is New Lakers Owner Mark Walter? Walter's Wealth, History Explained

Mark Walter reportedly agreed to purchase a majority stake Los Angeles Lakers at a valuation of $10 billion.

Sports Illustrated

Magic Johnson Weighs in on Buss Family's Shocking Lakers Sale

Magic Johnson knows the ins and outs of the Lakers organization like few others.

Sports Illustrated

Most Expensive Sports Teams by Sell Price in American History

The 10 most expensive sports franchise sales in American history after Lakers agree to sell franchise.

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International Business Times

Lakers To Be Sold In Record-breaking $10 Billion Deal: ESPN

The Los Angeles Lakers are being sold in a record-breaking $10 billion deal that makes the iconic franchise the highest-valued sports team in US history, ESPN reported Wednesday.

The Independent UK

Los Angeles Lakers set to be sold for $10 billion to group which also owns the Dodgers

Mark Walter is part of the ownership of many other franchises, including the Dodgers and Chelsea FC

The Guardian - US

Lakers to be sold to Dodgers owner at $10bn valuation, per reports

The Buss family will sell the iconic franchise to Mark Walter, who owns several sports teams including the WNBA’s Sparks

Sports Illustrated

NBA Fans Couldn't Believe Hefty Price Tag Lakers Fetched in Franchise Sale

$10 billion. With a “ten.” And a “B.”

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Sports Illustrated

Lakers Sale Price Breaks Record for Sports Franchise

The Lakers are being sold at a valuation of $10 billion.

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Buss Family Agrees to Sell Majority Stake in Los Angeles Lakers

Jeanie Buss will continue to serve in her role as the franchise's governor after the sale.

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Lakers Showing Interest in Trade for Utah Jazz Leading Scorer

John Collins has emerged as a trade target for the Lakers.

The Independent UK

LeBron stars in Amazon ad, credits family for historic 23rd season return while nursing knee injury

LeBron James may be daydreaming about Prime Day deals in his new Amazon commercial, but there’s no fantasy when it comes to his real-life focus: getting his knee healthy in time for training camp

Sports Illustrated

Austin Reaves Addresses Future With Lakers As Trade Rumors Swirl

The fourth-year guard is perhaps the Lakers' most intriguing trade asset entering the offseason.

Sports Illustrated

Lakers Insider Shares Two Best Players Team Could Get to Fill Rotation Holes

Los Angeles's roster remains in flux after its seismic midseason trade.

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Lakers legend Magic Johnson offered this advice to Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton ahead of Game 4

Lakers legend Magic Johnson offered this advice to Pacers' Tyrese Haliburton ahead of Game 4.

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