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NBA·BREAKING·October 31, 2026 04:20 PM ET

Jeanie Buss alleges sibling conspiracy in Lakers ownership dispute

Sale closing hinges on resolving the family trust dispute.

Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated 1h1 min read
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Jeanie Buss accused her siblings of conspiring against her in court filings responding to her siblings' ongoing effort t Via @ESPNNBA on X

What happened: Jeanie Buss accused her siblings of conspiring against her in new court filings responding to their ongoing push to sell their shares in the Los Angeles Lakers. The filing escalates a contentious legal battle over the family trust and ownership interests in the franchise.

Why it matters: Ownership transitions require clear resolution of internal claims, and the Lakers sale requires Buss family trust resolution before closing. Prospective buyers agreed to terms to purchase the franchise, making judicial clarity over the trust structure critical to completing any transaction.

What to watch: The court will evaluate the allegations as the family continues legal proceedings over the trust.

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