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The Los Angeles Lakers sold for $12.5 billion. Here’s what every NBA team is now worth
The pending $12.5 billion Lakers sale would lift CNBC’s average NBA team valuation 21% to $6.68 billion, with the Warriors still No. 1.

TL;DR
- The Lakers are reportedly on the verge of being sold for $12.5 billion.
- This sale is anticipated to raise CNBC's average NBA team valuation by 21%.
- The average NBA team valuation is expected to reach $6.68 billion following the Lakers sale.
- The Golden State Warriors are predicted to retain their position as the No. 1 most valuable NBA team.