{
  "id": 2329166,
  "title": "Nikola Jokic mentioned as potential Los Angeles Lakers target amid ownership changes",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/21/nikola-jokic-mentioned-as-potential-los-angeles-lakers-target-amid",
  "topic": "culture",
  "section": "Culture",
  "published": "2026-08-21T07:06:47.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Yahoo Sports",
    "slug": "yahoo-sports",
    "url": "https://sports.yahoo.com/articles/nikola-jokic-mentioned-potential-los-070647077.html"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Los Angeles Lakers are eyeing a potential trade for Nikola Jokic, a three-time NBA Most Valuable Player, after major changes in ownership, according to a recent report. The NBA team has experienced significant upheaval this offseason, with LeBron James departing after eight seasons, while the ownership situation has also undergone considerable shifts. Mark Walter sold the team for $12.5 billion to a group led by Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, amid a federal investigation. The new owners are also seeking to purchase the Buss family's remaining minority stake. As the Lakers' future unfolds, one insider suggests that the franchise will adopt an \"explosive vision\" for the team. With the new owners expected to have their own ideas on how to proceed, Jokic could be on their radar once the ownership situation settles. Irwin reported that \"a lot of the organization's eyes are going to be dead-set on Denver\" when the Lakers figure out their ownership. Although it is hard to imagine Jokic leaving Denver, he is close friends with Lakers superstar Luka Doncic, which might influence their decision. Jokic's contract with the Nuggets runs until 2028, and he has a player option for the 2027-28 season, which could make him a free agent as early as next summer.",
  "summary": "The Los Angeles Lakers are looking at brand new ownership. Once the dust settles, one reporter thinks they will have their eyes on a 3-time NBA MVP.",
  "key_points": [],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 2,
    "also_reported_by": [
      {
        "outlet": "Yahoo Sports",
        "title": "The Buss Los Angeles Lakers: From dynasty building under Jerry to a family feud with Jeanie and her siblings",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/18/the-buss-los-angeles-lakers-from-dynasty-building-under-jerry-to-a",
        "published": "2026-08-18T02:38:35.000Z"
      }
    ]
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}