Why Walter is the right fit for Lakers sale
Michael Ozanian joins the Dan Patrick Show to discuss why Dodgers owner Mark Walter's wealth and increasingly strong LA sports profile make him a great fit as the new majority stakeholder of the Los Angeles Lakers.
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