Quote of the Day
"The Lakers have not been the well-oiled machine in terms of the way they are run in the past few years that they were for most of Jerry Buss’ tenure. It’s a concern."-- ESPN's Chris Broussard, on the uncertainty around who will run the team following Buss' death. ("SportsCenter," ESPN, 2/18)
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Circle Of Trust
Jeanie (l) and Jim Buss are expected to continue to share control of the Lakers
The Buss family released a statement yesterday regarding the future of the Lakers following the death of Owner Jerry Buss , and it "doesn't seem a sale is likely," according to Mike Bresnahan of the L.A. TIMES. The statement read, "It was our father's often stated desire and expectation that the Lakers remain in the Buss family. The Lakers have been our lives as well and we will honor his wish and do everything in our power to continue his unparalleled legacy." The family has a 66% stake in the Lakers, and that "will now be held in a trust." Lakers Assistant to the President Bob Steiner said that the team "cannot be sold off in smaller pieces, only in its two-thirds entirety." Even if some family members "wanted to sell, there would be fac ...
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Hollywood Nights
Jerry Buss remembered as "generous with his payroll, methodical in his decisions."
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Eye Of The Storm
What does latest NCAA probe mean for Emmert's future?
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Finishing Each Other's Sentences
NASCAR unveils first campaign from new ad firm Ogilvy & Mather.
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Brick Breaker
New IMS leadership may consider naming rights for speedway, Indy 500.
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Pound For Pound
Browns hire local architect to renovate Berea training complex.
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Friendlier Confines
Cubs could see big payday from renegotiating TV deal with WGN.
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Keep The Change
Ticketmaster says it will profit from Yankees Ticket Exchange.
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General Disarray
Sources say ESPN not likely to renew Bob Knight's contract.
