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EPISODE · Aug 13, 2026 · 1H 1M

Why Mark Walter Sold the Lakers | Jeanie Buss Staying | CP3 Front Office? | Luka Reacts

from Hoops Talk with Allen Sliwa · host AM 570 LA Sports & iHeartRadio

The Lakers have a NEW ownership situation, and there are plenty of questions surrounding Mark Walter’s decision to sell the franchise. Did Walter need the money, and why is he selling the Lakers so soon? We break down the latest details of the Lakers sale and what it means for the future of the franchise. We’ll also discuss Jeanie Buss staying involved with the Lakers, Bob Iger’s connection to the Clippers, and Luka Dončić’s reaction to the shocking Lakers ownership change. Plus, we’ll take a look at the biggest NBA storylines, what the Lakers’ new ownership could mean for Rob Pelinka and the team’s plans around Luka, and how this could impact the Lakers moving forward. 🔥 Topics Covered:• Mark Walter sells the Lakers — why now?• Did Mark Walter need money?• Jeanie Buss staying with the Lakers• Bob Iger’s Clippers connection• Luka Dončić reacts to the Lakers sale• New Lakers ownership and what it means for the franchise• Lakers offseason & NBA news• What’s next for Luka and the Lakers? Subscribe for the latest Lakers news, NBA rumors, trades, analysis, and breaking updates! 0:00 – Intro | Listener comments 10:34 – Bill Plaschke says the Lakers sale doesn’t pass the “smell test” 16:06 – What we know about the Lakers sale so far 26:54 – Listener comments 31:29 – Info on Bob Iger & Joshua Kushner 38:49 – Jeanie Buss expected to stay with Lakers 41:03 – Listener comments 46:21 – Chris Paul a name to watch for the Lakers front office? 50:47 – Luka’s thoughts on the sale 54:19 – Listener comments 56:25 – Russell Westbrook retiring from the NBA 58:55 – Listener comments Photo Credit: Creator: Jayne Kamin-Oncea + https://www.mlb.com/dodgers/team/front-office/mark-walter + Luke Hales / Getty Images + https://www.basketballnetwork.net/off-the-court/bill-simmons-believes-chris-paul-could-join-the-lakers-front-office-following-historic-12-5b-team-saleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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