Timing is key, and Jeanie Buss is learning it hard. The Los Angeles Lakers owner found herself in hot water after her social media post seemed to strike a nerve with frustrated fans. With the Lakers struggling to find their rhythm this season, this is the best and worst time to promote her book.
Recently, Buss took to her official X(formerly Twitter) account and endorsed her 2010 book, Lakers Girl. And the internet fans are not loving it in any way possible. It comes at a time when the team’s front office remains largely inactive during a crucial trade period. Buss shared a post featuring the book’s cover on social media, leading her to face criticism.
— Jeanie Buss (@JeanieBuss) January 21, 2025
Fans expressed their disappointment over her focus on self-promotion rather than attention to the team’s urgent needs. Many feel that the lack of significant moves in the trade market reflects poorly on her leadership, especially when expectations for the franchise remain sky-high.
Despite the Lakers currently holding a winning record, frustration is palpable among the fanbase. As the team inches closer to the trade deadline, supporters are increasingly vocal about their desire for impactful trades that could elevate the roster. The front office made a minor move by trading D’Angelo Russell for Dorian Finney-Smith and Shake Milton in December, but fans want more.
Fans Berate Jeanie Buss For Promoting Her 2010 Book ‘Lakers Girl’
The Lakers currently have a 22-18 record and are in 6th place in the competitive Western Conference. Even if this is not the worst-case scenario for LA fans, they are not longing to see it. It’s practically clear that LeBron James won’t be playing for the team forever, and not giving him the roster he deserves would be an injustice to his legacy.
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“We suck because of u,” an agitated fan commented on Jeanie Buss‘ post.
We suck because of u
— 𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗣𝗘𝗖𝗧𝗙𝗨𝗟 𝗟𝗔 𝗙𝗔𝗡 (@LaRespectful_) January 21, 2025
“Please Jeanie, I promise us lakers don’t care if we’re a 10 win team for 6 years after the LeBron/AD era give this duo one last fighting chance with a competent roster we beg of you Or trade them if you don’t want too but this lackluster in the middle nonsense is killing us,” another fan detailed.
Please Jeanie, I promise us lakers don’t care if we’re a 10 win team for 6 years after the LeBron/AD era give this duo one last fighting chance with a competent roster we beg of you
— Ku$h €orleone (@Kev_GiftofGAB) January 21, 2025
Or trade them if you don’t want too but this lackluster in the middle nonsense is killing us
“Posting thirst traps on twitter and wasting two superstars, you are pathetic,” a fan wrote, referencing LeBron and Anthony Davis.
Posting thirst traps on twitter and wasting two superstars, you are pathetic. pic.twitter.com/ZDPJR3VNSl
— MAC (@mittbaby23) January 21, 2025
“We so finished bruh,” added another fan.
We so finished bruh pic.twitter.com/0mDnFKvAAh
— ²³𝙻𝚎𝙱𝚛𝚘𝚗𝚌𝚑𝚒𝚝𝚒𝚜🏀☄️🌎💞 (@BronGotGame) January 22, 2025
“Posting Ig pics instead of trading for Sexton and Kessler,” a user wrote.
Posting Ig pics instead of trading for sexton and Kessler pic.twitter.com/Vv64JviJSm
— 🩻! (@_HNNDRX) January 21, 2025
“Lakers in shambles and you dropping books and spillin tea,” another user added.
Lakers in shambles and you dropping books and spillin tea ‼️🤦🏿♂️🤦🏿♂️🚩 pic.twitter.com/kZvygn07IF
— DOTHAN ASS TONY (@tonydavisthedj) January 22, 2025
The frustration among LA fans was palpable. They were hoping to see a roster win them a championship rather than the owner self-promoting herself. The Lakers are struggling with consistency, and it needs to be addressed.
