The Los Angeles Lakers executed substantial layoffs on May 27, 2026, as the franchise’s new ownership embarked on what insiders labeled a “crazy” organizational overhaul.
Team employees were informed throughout the day that their positions had been eliminated, marking one of the most sweeping personnel reductions the club has undertaken in recent memory. The exact number of departures was not disclosed.
According to individuals briefed on the changes, the layoffs affected several areas of the organization and are part of a broader restructuring plan put in place after the recent change in ownership.
The team had not issued a public statement detailing the full scope of the cuts or outlining next steps for the reorganization by the end of the day.
Source: New York Post
