What happened: Magic Johnson publicly supported a push to erect a statue of Dr. Jerry Buss outside Crypto.com Arena. The Hall of Famer called the late patriarch the greatest franchise owner in sports history.

Why it matters: Buss transformed the organization into a global brand, securing 10 NBA championships during his tenure. The campaign for a monument arrives as the Buss family navigates an ownership dispute.

What to watch: The organization has not announced any formal plans for a new monument at the arena.