Lakers owner Jerry Buss passed away this morning. A sad day for L.A.
Lakers Owner Jerry Buss Has Died
After months spent battling cancer, the 79-year-old Lakers owner passed away this morning.
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Lakers Owner Jerry Buss Has Died
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2. The Los Angeles Times’ Mike Bresnahan reports that 79-year-old Lakers owner Jerry Buss succumbed to cancer today.
Buss has been battling cancer for the last few months, according to USA Today. Since buying the Lakers in 1979, Buss has been the most successful owner in the NBA, winning ten championships — or one about every three seasons — while establishing L.A. as one of the league’s highest-profile franchises.
4. After it was revealed that Buss was battling cancer, a host of famous Lakers voiced their love and support.
Dr. Buss is an important part of the Laker family so I hope his stay in the hospital is short and he has a speedy recovery. #Jerrybuss
6. And here’s Buss’ speech when he was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame.
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