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Buss Siblings Push Lakers Sale Amid Dispute
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— Aug 16, 2026
Joshua Kushner and Bob Iger are closing a record $12.5 billion deal to acquire the Los Angeles Lakers, the highest price ever paid for a North American sports team, though NBA board approval is still required. Analysts note the rapid sale and WhatsApp-like urgency, alongside discussion of potential tax benefits Kushner could leverage from holdings in SpaceX, OpenAI, and Stripe.
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