An era spanning more than 45 years of the Buss family running the Lakers is coming to a close. A look back at the dynamics of their dynasty.

The Buss family’s decision to sell a controlling stake in the Los Angeles Lakers marks the end of nearly a half-century when one of the most valuable properties in the entire sports world was run

From Showtime glory to a bubble-era masterpiece and the clutch trades that redefined a dynasty, the Buss family's 46‑year run at the helm of the Lakers closed with a record‑setting sale, now valued at $10 billion to Dodgers owner Mark Walter.