Who Owns the Lakers? A Tale of Basketball Royalty and Family Drama
Let's talk about the Lakers. Not the team, but the owners of the team. Because, let's face it, owning a basketball team is way cooler than actually playing basketball. Unless you're LeBron, of course.
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The Buss Family: Basketball's Royal Family (Kinda)
So, who’s calling the shots for the Purple and Gold? Well, it’s a family affair, folks. The Buss family, led by the iron fist (or velvet glove, depending on the day) of Jeanie Buss, is the one holding the reins. But it hasn’t always been a smooth ride. Think of them as the Kardashians, but with way more money and less, uh, drama (okay, maybe a little drama).
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Jerry Buss, the original basketball mogul, was the patriarch. He was the one who brought the Lakers to LA and turned them into a global brand. Think of him as the basketball version of Walt Disney. But unlike Disney, Buss had six kids who all wanted a piece of the pie. Cue the family feud!
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Jeanie Buss: The Queen of the Court
Fast forward to today, and Jeanie Buss is the boss. She’s the first female controlling owner to win an NBA championship. That’s right, ladies and gents, she's a total badass. She’s had to navigate a minefield of family drama, rival factions within the organization, and the pressure of keeping one of the most iconic franchises in sports at the top. And she’s done it with a style that’s equal parts savvy businesswoman and reality TV star.
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But it’s not just Jeanie running the show. There are other Buss siblings involved, and let's just say, it’s a complicated family tree. There are minority owners too, like Philip Anschutz and Patrick Soon-Shiong, who are basically just there to throw money around and look important.
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So, Who's Really in Charge?
The short answer is: Jeanie Buss. But let's be real, it's a team effort. She's got a great group of people around her, including the legendary Magic Johnson, who's more than just a pretty face (and amazing basketball player).
So, there you have it. The Lakers are owned by a bunch of people with the last name Buss, but it's Jeanie who's calling the shots.
How To... Lakers Ownership Edition
- How to buy the Lakers: Win the lottery, discover a new energy source, or marry into the Buss family. Your pick.
- How to become a Lakers fan: Watch a game, eat some nachos, and fall in love with the fast-paced action.
- How to impress a Lakers fan: Know the difference between a skyhook and a fadeaway.
- How to survive a Lakers game: Bring earplugs for the screaming fans, and plenty of snacks.
- How to become a Lakers legend: Be really, really good at basketball. Or, you know, own the team.
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