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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 18, 2026Miami-Dade

Jeanie Buss contests siblings' plan to sell Lakers minority ownership stake

Los Angeles Lakers governor Jeanie Buss is legally challenging an attempt by her siblings to sell the family's 17.8% minority ownership stake in the team to investors Josh Kushner and Bob Iger. The contest follows a plan initiated by the siblings to divest their remaining interest in the franchise.

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Why It Matters

The legal challenge impacts the future ownership structure of the Los Angeles Lakers, potentially blocking the transfer of a 17.8% stake to new investors.

Key Facts

  • Jeanie Buss is legally contesting the sale of the family's 17.8% minority ownership stake in the Los Angeles Lakers.
  • The proposed buyers of the stake are Josh Kushner and Bob Iger.
  • The dispute involves the remaining minority interest held by the Buss family.
  • The information was confirmed via a letter obtained by The Associated Press on Monday.

Who's Mentioned

personBob Iger“Prospective buyer of Lakers ownership stake”personJeanie Buss“Lakers governor and co-trustee contesting the sale”personJosh Kushner“Prospective buyer of Lakers ownership stake”organizationLos Angeles Lakers“NBA franchise subject to ownership dispute”personAdam Streisand“Attorney for Jeanie Buss”personJerry Buss“Late owner of the Lakers”personMark Walter“Dodgers owner and current Lakers stakeholder”