The Lakers got flipped?! What we know about the decision to sell, and how the league reacted
After the stunning sale, ESPN spoke to more than a dozen NBA sources to find out why, what it could mean for the league and more.
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Published Aug 13, 2026 at 5:51 PM ET
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