Los Angeles Lakers Front Office Shake-Up
In a significant shake-up within the Los Angeles Lakers organization, the team has announced the dismissal of Joey and Jesse Buss, two members of the Buss family, from their front office roles, according to Shams Charania from ESPN. This decision comes as part of a broader reorganization strategy within the franchise, which has faced scrutiny in recent years.
Statement from the Buss Brothers
The Buss brothers, who have been integral to the team’s front office for the past two decades, expressed their gratitude towards the organization and the fans in a heartfelt statement. They paid tribute to their late father, Jerry Buss, who led the Lakers to greatness before his passing in 2013.
“We are extremely honored to have been part of this organization for the last 20 seasons. Thank you to Laker Nation for embracing our family every step of the way. We wish things could be different with the way our time ended with the team. At times like this we wish we could ask our Dad what he would think about it all.”
Contributions and Future
During their tenure, Joey and Jesse Buss played vital roles in player scouting and recruitment, contributing to the acquisition of talents like Austin Reaves and Kyle Kuzma amongst others. Despite their departure, the Buss brothers will retain their minority ownership stakes in the team. This front office shift signals a new direction for the Lakers as they seek to revitalize their competitive edge in the league.
