Jerry Buss: Los Angeles Lakers Owner Dies at 80

Jerry Buss was an American businessman and sports owner. Born on January 27, 1933, in Salt Lake City, he earned a PhD in chemistry and made a fortune in real estate.

He bought the Lakers, the Kings and the Forum in 1979. Under his ownership the Lakers won 10 NBA championships, with stars including Magic Johnson, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Shaquille O'Neal and Kobe Bryant. He introduced the Laker Girls and Showtime basketball.

He was inducted into the Basketball Hall of Fame in 2010. Buss died of cancer in Los Angeles on February 18, 2013, at age 80.

Achievements: 10 NBA titles, Basketball Hall of Fame (2010).

Birth: January 27, 1933 - Salt Lake City, Utah.

Profession: Businessman and team owner.

Interesting Facts: He held a PhD in physical chemistry.