Magic Johnson loves the Los Angeles Lakers sale to Josh Kushner and Bob Iger, much like he supported the previous sale to Mark Walter. Businessman Josh Kushner and former Disney CEO Bob Iger agreed Tuesday to purchase the Lakers from Mark Walter for $12.5 billion, a record price for a sports franchise. Mark Walter is the best choice and will be the best caretaker of the Laker brand. Magic Johnson backs Lakers’ new ownership as Mark Walter reflects on departureArticle Continues BelowWalter addressed his departure in a statement to ESPN's Ramona Shelburne. The Lakers belong to Los Angeles, and I have every confidence the best is still ahead.”