It has made some wonder if LeBron James' desire to remain with the Lakers will be affected. According to ESPN's Dave McMenamin, this change in ownership will not have any bearing on what James decides to do for the 2025-26 NBA season.

LOS ANGELES–Billionaire Mark Walter’s purchase of a majority stake in the Los Angeles Lakers, in a deal that values the team at $10 billion, adds another glittering asset to his sports portfolio and could usher in another championship era for the National Basketball League franchise.

Mark Walter has owned the Dodgers for more than a decade. Here's what the Dodgers have accomplished during that time.