Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger

Two businessmen, Josh Kushner and Bob Iger, have agreed to buy the Los Angeles Lakers basketball team from its current owner for $12.5 billion. The deal is described as record-breaking. Kushner, age 41, is moving into public prominence through this purchase.

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Ran by 13 outlets across the spectrum· The Boston Globe, Kokomo Tribune, +1 more

The Boston GlobeLean Left· Aug 14, 2026

Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger

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Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger

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Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger

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Hawaiitribune HeraldLean Left· Aug 13, 2026

Bob Iger, Joshua Kushner to buy Lakers from Mark Walter’s ownership group for $12.5 billion

West Hawaii TodayLean Left· Aug 13, 2026

Bob Iger, Joshua Kushner to buy Lakers from Mark Walter’s ownership group for $12.5 billion

Morning BrewLean Left· Aug 13, 2026

Bob Iger and Josh Kushner buy Lakers for $12.5 billion

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Bob Iger and Josh Kushner to purchase the Los Angeles Lakers

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Los Angeles Lakers sold for record $12.5 billion

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Sports economist reacts to Los Angeles Lakers $12.5 billion sale

CBS NewsCenter· Aug 13, 2026

Former Disney CEO Bob Iger, venture capitalist Josh Kushner buy LA Lakers

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New York PostLean Right· Aug 14, 2026

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Ran by 13 outlets across the spectrum· The Jewish Voice, Winchester Star, +3 more

The Jewish VoiceRight· Aug 14, 2026

Josh Kushner Moves Into Spotlight After Stunning Purchase of Lakers With Partner Bob Iger

Winchester StarLean Right· Aug 14, 2026

Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger

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Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger

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Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger

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Josh Kushner moves into spotlight after stunning purchase of Lakers with partner Bob Iger

New York PostLean Right· Aug 13, 2026

Lakers sale to Josh Kushner, Bob Iger could hit a snag that drags on

New York PostLean Right· Aug 13, 2026

How Bob Iger and Josh Kushner’s wives’ relationship led to Lakers sale

Breitbart NewsRight· Aug 13, 2026

Bob Iger, Josh Kushner to Purchase Los Angeles Lakers for $12.5 Billion

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The Times of IsraelLean Left· Aug 13, 2026

Jared Kushner’s brother, ex-CEO of Disney team up to buy LA Lakers for record $12.5B

Al JazeeraLean Left· Aug 12, 2026

Josh Kushner, Bob Iger, buying Los Angeles Lakers for record $12.5bn

DeadlineLean Left· Aug 12, 2026

Bob Iger Buys L.A. Lakers In Big Bucks Post-Disney Slam Dunk

VarietyLean Left· Aug 12, 2026

Lakers Sell to Bob Iger, Josh Kushner for $12 Billion

The GuardianLean Left· Aug 12, 2026

Josh Kushner and Bob Iger reportedly buying Los Angeles Lakers for $12bn

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