Lakers $12.5B Sale, Russell Westbrook Retires and Alex Bregman’s Big Night
Aug 13, 2026 · 8m
Summary
Chris Horwadel covers the record $12.5 billion sale of the Lakers to Bob Iger and Josh Kushner, alongside Russell Westbrook’s retirement as the NBA’s triple-double king. In soccer, PSG won the UEFA Super Cup, Xavi Hernandez became the Netherlands’ new coach, and Chelsea and Man City made key signings. The episode also highlights Alex Bregman’s career-best MLB performance, WNBA results, and Sarah Curtis setting a world record in swimming.
Topics discussed
Introduction to Yesterday in Sports
Lakers sold for record $12.5 billion
Russell Westbrook announces retirement
PSG wins UEFA Super Cup; teen scores
Xavi appointed Netherlands coach
Chelsea and Man City transfer news
Panthers sign Darren Waller
WNBA game results recap
MLB scores and Bregman's career highs
Sarah Curtis sets swimming world record
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