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• Ex-Lakers Owner Jerry Buss’ Custom-Built Mansion Hits Market For $11.85 Million
Ex-Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss’ custom-built mansion in Rancho Santa Fe, California, recently hit the open market for $11.85 million. Lakers legends Kobe Bryant, Magic Johnson, and Shaquille O’Neal often made visits. The land was purchased by Dr. Buss in 1994 for less than $300,000. His house, known as the “Dream Ranch,” was built to his […] The post Ex-Lakers...2024
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• True story of Lakers, Dr. Jerry Buss drafting Magic Johnson, per Jeanie Buss
When Dr. Jerry Buss decided to draft Magic Johnson to the Los Angeles Lakers, he probably anticipated the start of the “Showtime era.” After all, as Jeanie Buss said it, her father saw that swagger in him. Speaking on SiriusXM NBA Radio, Jeanie reflected on that fateful 1979 decision that had a major impact on […] The post True story of Lakers, Dr. Jerry Buss drafting Magic Johns...2022
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• Jeanie Buss reveals real motivation behind controversially firing her own brother from Lakers in 2017
When Dr. Jerry Buss passed away in 2013, he passed on his controlling ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers to his six children, with each of them receiving equal voting rights. It was Jeanie Buss, however, who took over the helm as the team’s governor. Through the years, Jeanie made sure to make her own […] The post Jeanie Buss reveals real motivation behind controversially firing her o...2022
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• Lakers owner Jeanie Buss takes veiled shot at tanking teams
Despite all the struggles the Los Angeles Lakers have been through since she took over the helm, there’s one thing that team owner Jeanie Buss did not considered. The Lakers governor learned from her own father, the late, great Dr. Jerry Buss, that tanking was never the way to go. Jeanie definitely took this to […] The post Lakers owner Jeanie Buss takes veiled shot at tanking teams ap...2022
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• Jeanie Buss outlines Lakers’ path back into championship contention
Jeanie Buss has witnessed the Los Angeles Lakers raise 11 banners since her father, Dr. Jerry Buss, bought the team in 1979. She understands the sky-high expectations of the rabid fanbase better than anybody — expectations that align with her own. Despite a dismal 33-win 2020-21 season, Buss is confident the Lakers can find their […] The post Jeanie Buss outlines Lakers’ path back into...2022
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• 5 takeaways from Jeanie Buss’ interview, including LeBron James’ power, Russell Westbrook’s future, and selling the Lakers
Los Angeles Lakers governor Jeanie Buss can officially be labeled “embattled”. The franchise missed the playoffs twice in Dr. Jerry Buss’ four-decade tenure running the LakeShow, yet the team has made the postseason only three times in the 10 years since the kids took over (first Jim, now Jeanie). Yes, that included a championship, but […] The post 5 takeaways from Jeanie B...2022
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• Watch HBO trailer for upcoming Showtime Lakers series “Winning Time”

The Showtime Lakers of Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar and Jerry Buss are getting the HBO treatment....2021
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• Jeanie Buss shares emotional tribute to Kobe, Gianna Bryant on Instagram
Los Angeles Lakers owner Jeanie Buss has made her first public comments since Kobe Bryant and Bryant’s 13-year-old daughter Gianna died in a helicopter crash. Buss shared a lengthy tribute on Instagram Thursday in which she wrote about a specific day when Kobe brought Gianna to spend some time with her. The meeting was not long after Buss’ father Jerry Buss died, and Jeanie said she was “strugglin...2020
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• A Family Divided: Unrest Growing in Buss Family as Lakers Struggle to Rebuild
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• As Long as Lakers Are Terrible, Scars from the Chris Paul Trade Veto Remain
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• For Championship-or-Bust Lakers, Current Drought Feels Familiar
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• Lakers' Infusion of Young Talent to Test Kobe's Ability to Take Needed Step Back
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• Larry Nance Jr. to Lakers: Twitter Reacts as PF Is Selected in 2015 NBA Draft
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• An Oral History of the 2003-2004 Los Angeles Lakers, the First Super Team
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• KG, the Oral History, Part 2: Glory in Boston, Quirky Traits and Returning Home
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• Ex-Lakers Owner Jerry Buss’ Custom-Built Mansion Hits Market For $11.85 Million
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• KG, the Oral History, Part 2: Glory in Boston, Quirky Traits and Returning Home
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• Jerry Tarkanian Almost Coached the 1980s Lakers Dynasty
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"Ex-Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss’ custom-built mansion in Rancho Santa Fe, California, recently hit the open market for $11."

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"Jerry Buss, bought the team in 1979."

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"One diehard Los Angeles Lakers fan posted an old photo of the legendary Jerry Buss with basketball icon Kareem Abdul-Jabbar."

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"Jerry Buss, shared despicable and vulgar hate mail she received on Monday from a supposed “fan” on Instagram."

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"Jerry Buss and mother of current governor Jeanie Buss, passed away."

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"From the point at which Jerry Buss bought the Los Angeles Lakers in 1979 until he died in February 2013, his franchise missed the playoffs just twice."

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"Then-Lakers owner Jerry Buss eventually shot down the idea"

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"LOS ANGELES — It was Jerry Buss' wish."

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"Jerry Buss was out of town on business, so he had lunch with Jeanie Buss at the Forum Club before his official introduction."

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"Jerry Buss never had issues getting for this team."

• True story of Lakers, Dr. Jerry Buss drafting Magic Johnson, per Jeanie Buss
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• LeBron, Magic offer condolences to Jeannie Buss after her mother passed away
The Los Angeles Lakers suffered a terrible loss on Monday, as JoAnn Buss, the wife of former Lakers governor Dr. Jerry Buss and mother of current governor Jeanie Buss, passed away. The team sent out a statement Monday announcing her passing, asking fans to donate to The American Cancer Society or the Lakers Youth Foundation, rather than send flowers. LeBron James and Magic Johnson both took to soc...2019
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• Jerry West wanted Tracy McGrady with Kobe and Shaq
Remember the Kobe-Shaq Lakers? Moreover, remember how incredibly dominant they were? Well, Jerry West wanted even more. Turns out, he also wanted Tracy McGrady.Dear God.And ahead of the 1997 NBA draft, Lakers head coach Del Harris knew it.“I don’t think anybody can look at an 18-year-old and say he’s a Hall of Famer,” says Harris.But that isn’t all.“You couldn’t even do that with Jordan. And Kobe ...2017
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• Jim Buss once tried to offer Kobe Bryant shares of Lakers
Here we have some further evidence that Jim Buss was in over his head during his time as Los Angeles Lakers head of basketball operations.According to a feature by ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne on Tuesday, Buss attempted to offer shares of the franchise to Lakers legend Kobe Bryant last season as “a show of appreciation.” But the family trust reportedly does not allow for that sort of transfer, somethin...2017
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• Report: Buss thought Lakers would sign LeBron, Durant, more
The Los Angeles Lakers have been in shambles since the legendary Jerry Buss passed away, and his son Jim is to blame for a lot of that. If Jim Buss stopped being so delusional, the Lakers might have an easier time of moving forward. A lengthy feature from Kevin Ding of Bleacher Report provides an in-depth look at some of the recent failures of the once-dominant Lakers. According to Ding, Buss has ...2016
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• A Family Divided: Unrest Growing in Buss Family as Lakers Struggle to Rebuild
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• LA Lakers Brass Still Can't See Obvious Path Forward After Byron Scott Firing
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• Kobe Bryant was reportedly nearly traded to Pistons in 2007
How close was Kobe Bryant to leaving the Los Angeles Lakers in 2007? Apparently he was extremely close. Ken Berger of CBS Sports details the story of how the Lakers and Detroit Pistons had an agreed deal that would have sent Bryant to Detroit back in 2007, with Bryant originally agreeing to go before reversing his decision at the eleventh hour. “The deal was done,” an individual who was involved w...2016
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• Carmelo Anthony Comments on Phil Jackson Potentially Coaching Knicks Home Games
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• Phil Jackson Reportedly May Offer to Coach Knicks Home Games in 2016-17
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• A Family Divided: Unrest Growing in Buss Family as Lakers Struggle to Rebuild
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• As Long as Lakers Are Terrible, Scars from the Chris Paul Trade Veto Remain
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• For Championship-or-Bust Lakers, Current Drought Feels Familiar
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• Lakers' Infusion of Young Talent to Test Kobe's Ability to Take Needed Step Back
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• Larry Nance Jr. to Lakers: Twitter Reacts as PF Is Selected in 2015 NBA Draft
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• An Oral History of the 2003-2004 Los Angeles Lakers, the First Super Team
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• KG, the Oral History, Part 2: Glory in Boston, Quirky Traits and Returning Home
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• Los Angeles Lakers Must Go All Out to Make NBA Playoffs Next Season
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• Are the Lakers Losing Los Angeles?
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• Kobe's Latest Setback Offers Lakers Chance to Finally Move out of His Shadow
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• True story of Lakers, Dr. Jerry Buss drafting Magic Johnson, per Jeanie Buss
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• Lakers owner Jeanie Buss takes veiled shot at tanking teams
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• Jeanie Buss outlines Lakers’ path back into championship contention
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• 5 takeaways from Jeanie Buss’ interview, including LeBron James’ power, Russell Westbrook’s future, and selling the Lakers
2022

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• Jeanie Buss shares emotional tribute to Kobe, Gianna Bryant on Instagram
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• LeBron, Magic offer condolences to Jeannie Buss after her mother passed away
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• Jim Buss once tried to offer Kobe Bryant shares of Lakers
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• Report: Jeannie Buss blasted brother Jim in court documents
The legal battle over controlling ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers has grown more personal between siblings.TMZ Sports shared the content of court documents filed by owner Jeanie Buss in an attempt to block her brothers, Jim and Johnny, from deposing her as controlling owner. The documents argue that her late father, Dr. Jerry Buss, always intended for her to take charge of the franchise, and p...2017
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• Lakers replace Jim Buss with Magic Johnson, fire Kupchak
Magic Johnson made it clear from the moment he was hired by the Los Angeles Lakers that he wants to take over the team’s basketball operations department, and he is getting his wish.The Lakers announced on Tuesday that they have named Johnson their President of Basketball Operations. In doing so, they relieved both co-owner Jim Buss and former general manager Mitch Kupchak of their duties.“Today I...2017
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• Report: Buss thought Lakers would sign LeBron, Durant, more
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• Lakers' Infusion of Young Talent to Test Kobe's Ability to Take Needed Step Back
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• Lakers to Hand out Commemorative Rings Honoring the Birthday of Dr. Buss
2015

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• Kevin Durant Latest to Call 'BS' That Kobe Is Driving Free Agents from Lakers
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• Are the Lakers Losing Los Angeles?
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• Is Magic Johnson's Dream to Own the Los Angeles Lakers Fueling Rift with Team?
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• As Draft Draws Near, Lakers Appear Destined to Find Jahlil Okafor an Ideal Fit
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• A Family Divided: Unrest Growing in Buss Family as Lakers Struggle to Rebuild
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• With Kobe Bryant Era Ending, Steps for Lakers' Return to Prominence Are Clear
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• Steve Ballmer: Just Your Average, Everyday Billionaire Who Saved the Clippers
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• 5 takeaways from Jeanie Buss’ interview, including LeBron James’ power, Russell Westbrook’s future, and selling the Lakers
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• The Lakers need to be saved from themselves
From the point at which Jerry Buss bought the Los Angeles Lakers in 1979 until he died in February 2013, his franchise missed the playoffs just twice.In the four years since, the Lakers have missed the playoffs every year and — barring some sort of miracle unseen in NBA history — will make it five in 2018, quite possibly with the worst record in the Western Conference. Since taking over control of...2018
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• Report: Jeanie Buss denies brothers' coup attempt within Los Angeles Lakers franchise
Years of very public infighting among Jerry Buss' children continued Friday as Jim and Johnny Buss attempted to have sister Jeanie removed as controlling owner of the Lakers, only to have Jeanie solidify power via a temporary restraining order....2017
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• Pat Riley’s inability to maintain super-team shows NBA players have real control now
For a brief crevasse in the franchise trajectories of the Miami Heat and the Los Angeles Lakers, it felt as though a new face of prestige was emerging as another was falling apart at the seams. Los Angeles, following the death of owner Jerry Buss and the decline of Kobe Bryant, were running thin on that vaunted Lakers mystique. The Heat, even in a post-LeBron James era, were enjoying success, with...2016
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• A Family Divided: Unrest Growing in Buss Family as Lakers Struggle to Rebuild
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• Jeanie Buss may clean house in Lakers’ front office
Jeanie Buss may be preparing to clean house in the Lakers’ front office amid the team’s struggles. Such a move would entail pushing her brother Jim out from his executive role, getting rid of GM Mitch Kupchak, and potentially bringing Phil Jackson back to the Lakers, according to some informed speculation. ESPN NBA insider Stephen A. Smith shared the information on the radio Monday: Stephen A: "I...2016
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• Jeanie Buss may clean house in Lakers’ front office
Jeanie Buss may be preparing to clean house in the Lakers’ front office amid the team’s struggles. Such a move would entail pushing her brother Jim out from his executive role, getting rid of GM Mitch Kupchak, and potentially bringing Phil Jackson back to the Lakers, according to some informed speculation. ESPN NBA insider Stephen A. Smith shared the information on the radio Monday: Stephen A: "I...2016
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• As Long as Lakers Are Terrible, Scars from the Chris Paul Trade Veto Remain
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• Will Kobe Bryant's Exit Make LA Lakers a More Appealing Free-Agent Destination?
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• For Championship-or-Bust Lakers, Current Drought Feels Familiar
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• LA Lakers Brass Still Can't See Obvious Path Forward After Byron Scott Firing
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• Jeanie Buss may clean house in Lakers’ front office
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• Jeanie Buss may clean house in Lakers’ front office
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• Will Kobe Bryant's Exit Make LA Lakers a More Appealing Free-Agent Destination?
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• As Draft Draws Near, Lakers Appear Destined to Find Jahlil Okafor an Ideal Fit
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• Kobe Bryant Will Supplant Magic Johnson as Loudest Lakers Alumni Voice
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• Which Team Will Be Better Free-Agent Destination in 2015: Lakers or Knicks?
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