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Jeanie Buss Regrets Not Allowing 2020 Championship Team To Defend Title

After winning a championship in the Orlando bubble in 2020, the Los Angeles Lakers made wholesale changes to their roster in hopes of being even better the following season.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / March 8

Jeanie Buss Proud Lakers’ Trade For Luka Doncic Didn’t Leak Beforehand

The blockbuster trade that sent Luka Doncic to the Los Angeles Lakers was one of the most shocking in the history of the NBA. Not just because a generational talent was dealt away in his prime, but because the Lakers and Dallas Mavericks were able to keep discussions secretive amongst only a select few.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Last Word On Sports / March 5

Jeanie Buss Takes Not-So-Subtle Jab at Former Lakers Star

Lakers governor Jeanie Buss previously broke her silence on the blockbuster deal that brought Luka Doncic to LA. However, her latest comments—which come amid LA’s seven game winning streak—have caused a stir surrounding the player they traded to get him.

Kawhi Leonard News / Yardbarker Quizzes

The 'Most 30-point games in NBA playoff history' quiz

How many of the NBA players with at least 30 games with 30 points in the postseason can you name in five minutes?

The 'NBA Finals MVPs' quiz

The 'NBA postseason assist leaders' quiz

The 'Multiple NBA scoring titles' quiz

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / March 1

Jeanie Buss Reveals How Dad Jerry Would've Felt About Luka Doncic Trade

The Los Angeles Lakers made a trade that came out of nowhere. They were able to acquire Luka Doncic for a price that baffled the rest of the league. Getting one of the best players in the NBA for Anthony Davis, Max Christie, and just one first-round pick is incredible.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Hoops Wire / February 28

Lakers Owner Jeanie Buss Says She Wasn’t Certain Of Luka Doncic Trade Until Last Minute

Lakers owner Jeanie Buss revealed she was among the few with advance knowledge of the trade talks involving Luka Doncic, but she wasn’t certain the deal would be finalized until the last moment, according to Khobi Price of The Orange County Register.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / February 28

Jeanie Buss Believes Dr. Jerry Buss Would Be Proud Of Lakers Acquiring Luka Doncic

When Dr. Jerry Buss bought the Los Angeles Lakers, he knew the key to sustained success and championships in the NBA was to acquire superstars and treat them right so they don’t want to leave.

Los Angeles Lakers News / NBA Analysis Network / February 25

Jeanie Buss breaks silence on Luka Doncic to LA Lakers trade, reveals emotional Kobe Bryant incentive, ‘I know…’

Los Angeles Lakers president Jeanie Buss has spoken for the first time on the team’s acquisition of Luka Doncic. Luka Doncic’s trade to the LA Lakers was conducted in total secrecy.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Athlon Sports / February 15

Lakers Owner Jeanie Buss Breaks Silence on Blockbuster Luka Doncic Trade

Roughly two weeks ago, the Los Angeles Lakers and the Dallas Mavericks agreed on one of the biggest trades in NBA history. With little prior knowledge

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / January 27

Jeanie Buss’ Lakers-Based Workplace Comedy ‘Running Point’ Premiers On Netflix On Feb. 27

It has been over a decade since Jeanie Buss took controlling governorship of the Los Angeles Lakers after the death of her father, the legendary Jerry Buss.

'He could harass the hell out those coaches' - Why Pat Riley asked Jerry Buss to move Jack Nicholson's seat

Hollywood legend Jack Nicholson is arguably the biggest Los Angeles Lakers fan in the world. The Oscar winner has been a season ticket holder since the 1970s and has been with the Purple and Gold both in its greatest and darkest moments.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Basketball Network / November 22

'Jerry Buss rewarded his sacrifice' - Pat Riley on Michael Cooper choosing to be a sixth man

Los Angeles Lakers icon Michael Cooper was finally inducted into the Hall of Fame this year. Known for his stellar defense, Coop was critical to the Showtime Lakers' title campaigns in the 1980s.

NBA News / Yardbarker

TV shows about (or, at least, somewhat about) basketball

Got a basketball jones? Watching hoops is the best way to get your fill of basketball, but there are fictional ways to enjoy your hoops as well. Many TV shows are about, to some degree, basketball.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Fadeaway World / October 14

Jeanie Buss Gives Same Answer As Her Dad On All-Time Lakers Starting 5

Los Angeles Lakers governor Jeanie Buss recently appeared on Dwight Howard's Above The Rim with DH 12 podcast, where she was asked to name her all-time starting lineup for the franchise.

NBA News / Lakers Nation / October 10

Jerry West Compares Clippers Owner Steve Ballmer To Dr. Jerry Buss

This summer, the basketball world lost one of its most iconic figures as Jerry West, a true legend not just of the Los Angeles Lakers, but basketball in general, passed away at the age of 86 years old.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / September 29

Jeanie Buss Recalls Phil Jackson Building ‘Family Dynamic’ Within Lakers

In the eyes of many, Phil Jackson is the greatest NBA coach of all-time. After winning six NBA Championships with the Chicago Bulls, Jackson would come to the Los Angeles Lakers for two different stints and win another five rings.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Lakers Nation / August 3

Jeanie Buss Speaks On Importance Of Gianna & Kobe Bryant Statue

The Los Angeles Lakers unveiled the second statue planned to commemorate Kobe Bryant, but this time it also featured his daughter Gianna Bryant sitting next to him.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Silver Screen & Roll / July 20

Jeanie Buss says it’s ‘harder for any one team to dominate’ than when her father owned Lakers

Jeanie Buss appeared on a podcast and discussed the challenges of building a Lakers roster now, given the salary cap limitations in the modern NBA. There’s been much chatter all summer about how this new collective bargaining agreement has made it harder for teams to retain or acquire players.

Los Angeles Lakers News / Los Angeles Lakers on SI / June 22

Jerry West, Jeanie Buss Beef Reportedly Got Personal

Longtime Los Angeles Lakers superstar combo guard Jerry West, whose image was used in the illustrated of the NBA logo and who won seven titles with L.A.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker

The best two-season TV shows

Often, we hear about the one-season wonders in television. People espouse a Freaks and Geeks or a My So-Called Life. What about the two-season wonders? Some were canceled too soon, others wrapped up of their own accord.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker

The most memorable movies and TV shows set in the 1980s

These are the most memorable movies and TV shows that are set in the ‘80s in a throwback sense.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker

Predicting the breakout actors of 2022

We got new movie stars and breakout actors on television. This happens every year, of course. Ah, but that means it is going to happen in 2022 as well.

Entertainment News / Yardbarker / March 16, 2021

Adrien Brody to play Pat Riley in HBO's 1980s Los Angeles Lakers series

Adrien Brody reportedly to play Pat Riley in HBO's 1980s Los Angeles Lakers series

While HBO's series chronicling the 1980s Los Angeles Lakers does not yet have a title, it has reportedly added another star to its roster. According to Variety's Joe Otterson, Oscar-winning actor Adrien Brody has been selected to portray Pat Riley.

Jesse Tyler Ferguson admits 'Modern Family' spinoff is being talked about

'Saturday Night Live' announces April hosts and musical guests

Actors who won Oscars before the age of 30

NBA News / Yardbarker