Jeanie Buss Remains Controlling Owner For Life
- Updated: March 28, 2017
The Lakers family drama looks to be over. After Jeanie Buss and the family asked brought their case to the courts a ruling was determined on Monday.
Jeanie remains on the board of directors and also remains controlling owner for the Lakers for life. Ramona Shelburne of ESPN.com reported on the news.
Adam Silver on the resolution of the Lakers situation today: “We are pleased that this matter has been resolved.
— Ramona Shelburne (@ramonashelburne) March 27, 2017
She continued.
Adam Silver: “Jeanie is as knowledgeable and experienced as any owner in sports and the Lakers are in great hands.”
— Ramona Shelburne (@ramonashelburne) March 27, 2017
Shelburne spoke to Jeanie about the news as Janie Buss is now on the border of directors.
Jeanie Buss: “I’m also very happy that my sister Janie is becoming a Trustee. I love her, I trust her and I’m excited to work alongside her
— Ramona Shelburne (@ramonashelburne) March 27, 2017
Shelburne added.
Jeanie Buss: “Now we can get back to work. Laker fans deserve success – and now we can focus again on bringing it to them.”
— Ramona Shelburne (@ramonashelburne) March 27, 2017
Jim Buss has also stepped down from the board.
Essentially today’s court filings, Jim Buss stepped down as trustee & was replaced by Janie. So it’s 2-1 girls vs. boys now & Girls rule
— Ramona Shelburne (@ramonashelburne) March 27, 2017
As more information surfaces on the Lakers and their news we will keep you up to date.
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