Lakers owner Jeanie Buss on the trade for Luka Doncic: ‘We had to go for it’
Netflix's 'Running Point' is based on LA Lakers owner Jeanie Buss. Here's how the show compares to real life.
Lakers' Jeanie Buss: 'Really Proud' That Luka-Anthony Davis Trade Talks Didn't Leak
The True Story Behind Jeanie Buss, Who Inspired Kate Hudson’s Running Point Protagonist
The inspiration behind Hudson's character and a writer for the Netflix comedy talk to TIME about drawing from history for the series.
‘Running Point’ Cast and Character Guide: Who’s Who in Netflix’s Basketball Comedy?
Now streaming on Netflix, the series focuses on Isla Gordon (Hudson), as she’s unexpectedly given control of her family’s basketball team, the Waves. Though a fictional team and story, “Running Point” is loosely based on Lakers president Jeanie Buss.
Mindy Kaling: Jeanie Buss has no ego
Mindy Kaling says Jeanie Buss has no qualms with being the inspiration for Kate Hudson's 'Running Point' character. In fact, it was her idea. (Feb. 25)
Jeanie Buss makes 'worried' admission about Lakers hiring JJ Redick
Los Angeles Lakers governor Jeanie Buss admits she was initially worried about hiring JJ Redick as head coach but praises his progress.
Lakers' Jeanie Buss channels Jerry Buss on Luka Doncic-Anthony Davis trade
After the Lakers traded for Luka Doncic, Jeanie Buss provides insight into what her father would think. As the Los Angeles Lakers traded for Luka Doncic in what sent shockwaves throughout the entire NBA,
Lakers' Jeanie Buss: 'I Was Worried' About JJ Redick Hire Because He Lacked Experience
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A Teenage Kate Hudson Shadowed Lakers Owner Jeanie Buss. Now She’s Playing a Comedic Version of Her in Netflix’s NBA Sitcom ‘Running Point’
This story discusses plot details from the Netflix series “Running Point,” which is now streaming. Kate Hudson has always been a sports fan, and growing up between California and Colorado meant cheering for the Denver Broncos,