Jeanie Buss’ power move to take back control of the Lakers is not a new story, even if it’s largely been told in bits in pieces. Whether it was a discussion with Magic Johnson, another with Kobe Bryant or her dissatisfaction with Mitch Kupchak and her brother Jim Buss’ performance, Jeanie has given lots of details for why she ultimately brought in a new regime in Magic Johnson and Rob Pelinka.
However, in a recent podcast appearance with Rich Kleiman on “Boardroom: Out of the Office,” Jeanie gave the most comprehensive timeline and specifics yet about the move.