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Lakers could turn to Chris Paul after ownership change
Chris Paul has emerged as a name to watch around the Los Angeles Lakers following the sale of the franchise to an ownership group led by Josh Kushner and Bob Iger, according to ESPN’s Ramona Shelburne. Speaking about the Lakers’ leadership structure, Shelburne identified Paul as someone who could have a role with the organization […] The post Lakers could turn to Chris Paul after ownership change appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Joe Lacob reveals Warriors made two big trade offers
Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob revealed the franchise made at least two “very big” trade offers between the 2026 trade deadline and the offseason, indicating the team explored significant roster changes despite ultimately maintaining much of its veteran core. Lacob told Tim Kawakami of The San Francisco Standard that Golden State included multiple draft […] The post Joe Lacob reveals Warriors made two big trade offers appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Suns waive Haywood Highsmith
The Phoenix Suns have waived veteran forward Haywood Highsmith, according to HoopsHype. Highsmith was set to earn $3 million for the 2026-27 season, with $1 million of that salary guaranteed. Known primarily for his defense and outside shooting, the 3-and-D forward has spent six seasons in the NBA. During that time, he has averaged 5.4 […] The post Suns waive Haywood Highsmith appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Enes Kanter Freedom challenges WNBA gender rules
Enes Kanter Freedom continues his criticism of the WNBA’s approach to transgender participation, arguing that the league’s rules should apply consistently. “The @WNBA says a woman is anyone who claims to be one. So if I say I’m a woman, you have to accept it,” Kanter Freedom wrote on X. He questioned who should have […] The post Enes Kanter Freedom challenges WNBA gender rules appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Russell Westbrook ends NBA career
Russell Westbrook has announced that he is stepping away from basketball after an 18-year NBA career. Westbrook shared a video on social media looking back at his career. The clip, narrated by Michael B. Jordan, does not directly mention retirement but describes him leaving the game “on (his) own terms.” “Sometimes you don’t even know […] The post Russell Westbrook ends NBA career appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Inside Lakers owners’ massive combined net worth
Bob Iger and Josh Kushner are the new owners of the Los Angeles Lakers after agreeing to purchase the franchise for a record $12.5 billion. The deal is the largest sale of a North American sports franchise, putting additional attention on the wealth and business backgrounds of the Lakers’ new owners. Iger, the former CEO […] The post Inside Lakers owners’ massive combined net worth appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Josh Kushner rebounds with record Lakers purchase
Josh Kushner has quickly moved on from the collapse of his multibillion-dollar FIFA bid by agreeing to one of the biggest deals in sports history. The 41-year-old venture capitalist and former Disney CEO Bob Iger agreed to purchase the Los Angeles Lakers for a record $12.5 billion, giving them control of one of the NBA’s […] The post Josh Kushner rebounds with record Lakers purchase appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bob Iger to take active Lakers role
Bob Iger is expected to take the more active role in running the Los Angeles Lakers once the team’s $12.5 billion sale is completed. Mark Walter agreed to sell his majority stake to Iger and businessman Josh Kushner only months after taking control of the Lakers at a valuation of around $10 billion. Iger and […] The post Bob Iger to take active Lakers role appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mark Walter’s Lakers sale comes amid federal probe
Mark Walter’s decision to sell the Los Angeles Lakers comes as federal authorities investigate financial transactions involving his business empire. Days before Walter agreed to sell his controlling interest in the Lakers to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for $12.5 billion, reports emerged that investigators were examining how billions of dollars allegedly moved through his […] The post Mark Walter’s Lakers sale comes amid federal probe appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Gabe Vincent defends Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game
Gabe Vincent pushed back against criticism of Bam Adebayo’s 83-point performance, questioning why the Miami Heat center’s record-setting scoring night should be viewed differently because of how he accumulated his points. “Why is it a problem for someone to score more than Kob? He gotta shoot more turnarounds or what?” Vincent said on the Numbers […] The post Gabe Vincent defends Bam Adebayo’s 83-point game appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Magic Johnson predicts championships after Lakers sale
The Los Angeles Lakers are entering another ownership era after the franchise was sold to Josh Kushner and former Disney executive Bob Iger for approximately $12.5 billion. The deal comes just 14 months after Mark Walter acquired the Lakers for $10 billion, meaning the franchise increased significantly in value during his brief period as controlling […] The post Magic Johnson predicts championships after Lakers sale appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
NBA Cup final moves to Indianapolis for 2026
The NBA Cup championship game is moving from Las Vegas to Indianapolis, with the 2026 final scheduled for Friday, Dec. 11 at historic Hinkle Fieldhouse. The NBA announced the venue change Wednesday while releasing the complete Group Play schedule for the Emirates NBA Cup 2026. The tournament will begin with Group Play on Friday, Oct. […] The post NBA Cup final moves to Indianapolis for 2026 appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Live Sport Became A Second-Screen Experience
A stadium crowd once meant forty thousand people focused entirely on the action unfolding in front of them. Now thousands of phones light up every few seconds across the stands. Replays arrive instantly, fantasy scores refresh live, social feeds explode after controversial decisions, and food gets ordered through apps without anybody leaving the seat. The […] The post Live Sport Became A Second-Screen Experience appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers set record with historic $12.5B sale
The Los Angeles Lakers have been sold to American businessman Josh Kushner and Bob Iger for $12.5 billion, setting a new record for the most expensive franchise sale in sports history. The deal comes only 14 months after Mark Walter acquired control of the Lakers at a $10 billion valuation. The latest transaction represents another […] The post Lakers set record with historic $12.5B sale appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Magic Johnson backs Lakers’ record-breaking ownership change
The record-setting sale of the Los Angeles Lakers for $12.5 billion drew plenty of reaction from fans, while franchise legend Magic Johnson strongly supported the new ownership group. Mark Walter is selling the Lakers to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger only about a year after acquiring control of the franchise from the Buss family for […] The post Magic Johnson backs Lakers’ record-breaking ownership change appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Beijing’s Intercontinental Cup Unites Basketball Fans Worldwide
Imagine a fan in Manila setting an alarm, a group in Madrid clearing their evening, and someone in Chicago pulling up a stream during a lunch break — all for the same tip-off. That is the quiet magic of the 2026 FIBA Intercontinental Cup, running September 21-27 in Beijing. Club champions from across continents are […] The post Beijing’s Intercontinental Cup Unites Basketball Fans Worldwide appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Bayern tabs MarJon Beauchamp
Bayern Munich has signed former first-round NBA draft pick MarJon Beauchamp for the 2026-27 season, adding the 25-year-old wing as the club prepares for its first season under head coach Anton Gavel. Beauchamp arrives with 149 NBA appearances, including 14 games for the Philadelphia 76ers last season, when he averaged 6.8 points, 2.3 rebounds and […] The post Bayern tabs MarJon Beauchamp appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
ASVEL adds Nate Sestina
LDLC ASVEL Villeurbanne has signed Nate Sestina to a one-year contract, adding the 29-year-old forward to a roster undergoing significant changes after finishing last in the 2025-26 EuroLeague regular season. Sestina, who stands 2.03 meters, played for Valencia Basket and Olimpia Milano last season. He appeared in three EuroLeague games for Valencia, averaging 2.0 points, […] The post ASVEL adds Nate Sestina appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Rare Cooper Flagg rookie card discovered livestreaming
A one-of-a-kind Cooper Flagg rookie card that could be worth millions was pulled during a livestream in Rhode Island on Monday night. The Topps Rookie Debut Patch Autograph card features Flagg’s signature and a patch from the jersey he wore during his NBA debut. Flagg signed the card in July at Fanatics Fest in New […] The post Rare Cooper Flagg rookie card discovered livestreaming appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Anthony Edwards follows Luka Doncic’s minicamp example
Minnesota Timberwolves star Anthony Edwards appears to be following Luka Doncic’s example when it comes to organizing offseason workouts with teammates. At the end of July, Doncic invited the entire Los Angeles Lakers roster to Slovenia for a four-day minicamp. The Lakers guard also offered to cover his teammates’ flights to and from Europe, a […] The post Anthony Edwards follows Luka Doncic’s minicamp example appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Paris Basketball signs Frank Ntilikina
Paris Basketball has signed French guard Frank Ntilikina, adding a veteran EuroLeague defender and former NBA lottery pick to its roster for the 2026-27 season. The club did not disclose the length of Ntilikina’s contract, making him the sixth addition of the summer. Ntilikina, 28, returns to France after spending the past nine seasons playing […] The post Paris Basketball signs Frank Ntilikina appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers lose spotlight after LeBron James departure
The Los Angeles Lakers remain one of the NBA’s biggest attractions, but LeBron James’ departure appears to have affected their place in the league’s national spotlight. James spent eight seasons in Los Angeles, adding even more attention to a franchise that was already one of the most famous in professional sports. Having one of the […] The post Lakers lose spotlight after LeBron James departure appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Josh Kushner, Bob Iger outline plans for Lakers ownership
Josh Kushner and Bob Iger have addressed their move to take ownership of the Los Angeles Lakers, outlining their plans for the franchise going forward. In a statement to ESPN, the two emphasized their long-standing interest in the NBA and described the opportunity to take control of the Lakers as a major responsibility. “As lifelong […] The post Josh Kushner, Bob Iger outline plans for Lakers ownership appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Mark Walter issues statement after Lakers sale
Mark Walter reflected on his time as owner of the Los Angeles Lakers after news emerged that the franchise is being sold. In a statement to ESPN, Walter described owning the Lakers as a major privilege and said his connection with the organization went far beyond the financial side of the investment. “Owning the Los […] The post Mark Walter issues statement after Lakers sale appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
Lakers sale exceeds record $12 billion price
The Los Angeles Lakers are set to be sold to American businessman Josh Kushner and Bob Iger in a historic deal worth more than $12 billion, multiple sources told ESPN. Kushner and Iger had previously been involved in discussions surrounding a potential NBA expansion franchise in Las Vegas. However, their plans reportedly changed dramatically when […] The post Lakers sale exceeds record $12 billion price appeared first on TalkBasket.net .
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