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The Los Angeles Lakers have been sold from the Buss Fmily to Mark Walter for a historic $10 billion. In what is being called one of the more shocking moves in franchise history, the Lakers new era begins now.
Many fans have been excited over the thought of someone else running the team, but they may want to pump the brakes on that idea. According to NBA insider Ramona Shelburne of ESPN, Jeanie Buss will still be running the team despite the sale.
"Important to note. Jeanie Buss will not only remain the Lakers governor, but will continue to run the team for “at least a number of years,” according to sources with knowledge of the deal. In other words, it was guaranteed as part of the agreement that Jeanie Buss would remain in charge for the foreseeable future & Mark Walter fully endorsed this plan, according to sources."
> Important to note. Jeanie Buss will not only remain the Lakers governor, but will continue to run the team for “at least a number of years,” according to sources with knowledge of the deal. In other words, it was guaranteed as part of the agreement that Jeanie Buss would remain…
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> — Ramona Shelburne (@ramonashelburne) [June 18, 2025](https://twitter.com/ramonashelburne/status/1935469897712288154?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw)
With Walter reportedly on board this with idea, Jeanie doesn't seem to be going anywhere.