Lakers lay off more than a dozen employees on the business side of organization
The Los Angeles Lakers have laid off more than a dozen employees from their business operations. This decision is part of a reorganization following the team's recent sale to businessman Mark Walter. The layoffs affected various departments, including marketing and team communications, as the franchise undergoes significant changes.
- ▪The Lakers informed over a dozen employees of their layoffs on Wednesday.
- ▪These layoffs are part of a reorganization under new franchise leadership.
- ▪The changes come after the team's sale to Mark Walter at a $10 billion valuation.
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- ▪ Source: Lakers lay off over a dozen amid reorg — ESPN — NBA
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| Publication time | Wed, 27 May 2026 21:29:33 +0000 |
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