Los Angeles Lakers Reportedly Sold to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger
Reports indicate that the Los Angeles Lakers basketball team has been sold in a significant deal to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger. The news was reported by HuffPost.
Los Angeles, CA, August 12, 2026 —
Reports have emerged suggesting that the ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers basketball team has changed hands. According to a report by HuffPost, the team has been sold to a group that includes Josh Kushner and Bob Iger.
The exact details of the transaction, including the financial terms and the specific timeline for the sale, were not immediately available in the reports.
Josh Kushner is a prominent investor and entrepreneur, known for co-founding Thrive Capital. Bob Iger is the executive chairman of The Walt Disney Company, with a long history in media and entertainment leadership.
The Los Angeles Lakers are one of the most storied franchises in the National Basketball Association (NBA), with a significant global following and a history marked by numerous championship titles.
Further details regarding the sale, including official confirmation from the involved parties and the NBA, are expected as the situation develops. The specific contributions and roles of Kushner and Iger in the future management of the team have not yet been detailed.
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