Jeanie Buss Reportedly Contests Family Vote on Lakers Stake Sale
Jeanie Buss is reportedly contesting a vote by her family members regarding the potential sale of a stake in the Lakers, a sports franchise based in Los Angeles.
Los Angeles, CA, August 18, 2026 —
Jeanie Buss, the controlling owner of the Los Angeles Lakers, is reportedly contesting a recent vote by her family members concerning the potential sale of a portion of their ownership stake in the NBA franchise. The specifics of the vote and the extent of the proposed stake sale were not immediately available.
The Lakers, a prominent sports franchise based in Los Angeles, have been a part of the Buss family’s holdings for many years. The recent family vote indicates a division or differing opinions among family members regarding the future ownership structure of the team.
Sources familiar with the situation, who were not authorized to speak publicly, have indicated that Buss is challenging the outcome or the validity of the vote. The exact nature of her contestation remains unclear. This development introduces uncertainty around the potential sale of any stake in the Lakers.
The NBA has specific rules regarding team ownership and transfers, and any sale of a significant ownership stake would likely require league approval. It is not yet known if the family vote or Jeanie Buss’s contestation has been formally communicated to the league office.
Further details regarding the family members involved in the vote, the proposed percentage of the stake for sale, and the specific grounds for Jeanie Buss’s challenge are expected to emerge as the situation develops. The Los Angeles Lakers are a high-profile sports entity, and any significant changes in ownership structure are typically met with considerable public and media interest.
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