Los Angeles Lakers governor Jeanie Buss said her father, the late Jerry Buss, would have supported the decision to sell the franchise he made famous.
Speaking about the move, Buss said her father would have approved, citing the need for more resources. Jerry Buss purchased the Lakers in 1979 and oversaw an era that helped define the team’s modern identity and stature in the NBA.
Resources at the center of the decision
Jeanie Buss emphasized that the sale reflects the realities of operating at the highest level in professional sports, where increased resources can be essential. She framed the decision as consistent with the standards her father set while building the Lakers into one of the league’s most recognizable organizations.
The Lakers remain one of the NBA’s flagship franchises, with a history marked by championship success and star power across multiple eras. Buss’ comments connected that legacy to the present-day demands of sustaining a top-tier operation.