The ESPN article, which primarily focused on the Buss family ownership dynamics, alleged that Buss was irked by James’ ego and the influence that he and his representation from Klutch Sports had over the franchise. Buss disputed the story.

Draymond Green defends LeBron James against reports that Jeanie Buss felt he was "ungrateful" for the Lakers drafting Bronny, arguing the 19-year-old earned his spot.

Lakers governor Jeanie Buss pushed back on an ESPN report about the family drama that led to the sale of the Lakers, specifically the part that said she had grown frustrated with LeBron James and even floated the idea of trading him in the wake of the disastrous Russell Westbrook trade. Here is what Jeanie wrote to The Athletic’s Sam Amick.