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What New Lakers Owner Mark Walter Does for NBA's Biggest Franchise | Can Game 7 Save NBA Finals?
Description
The Lakers have new ownership incoming, with a valuation of $10 billion. How will it affect team operations going forward, and what does this record valuation mean for the rest of the league and sports world at large? FOS deals reporter Ben Horney joins Baker Machado and Renee Washington to explain.
Plus, the Finals have struggled from a ratings perspective, but if previous trends hold, Game 7 on Sunday could bring the boom that the league needs.
Also, boxing promoter and Matchroom chairman Eddie Hearn talks about Dana White's recent move into the world of boxing, the Dodgers take a stand against ICE, and Drake loses $800,000.
Key Moments:
0:51 - Ace Bailey, College World Series finalized, LA Dodgers deny Ice
4:40 - New Lakers ownership
9:44 - Boxing promoter Eddie Hearn
17:37 - NBA Finals Game 7
21:34 - Drake loses $800K
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