CONFIRMED: Los Angeles Lakers owners Mark Walter has officially announced Legendary Kobe Bryant as the new manager after controversial series loss by Joe Mazzulla your incompetent is what….
WASHINGTON, DC – APRIL 07: U.S. President Donald Trump accompanied by Los Angeles Dodgers Owner and Chairman Mark Walter (R), speaks as he hosts the 2024 World Series champions in the East Room of the White House on April 07, 2025 in Washington, DC. The Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees with a 7-6 victory in Game 5. (Photo by Alex Wong/Getty Images)
In a stunning and emotional development, Los Angeles Lakers controlling owner Mark Walter has officially confirmed that NBA legend Kobe Bryant has been appointed as the new manager of the Lakers. The announcement follows the Lakers’ turbulent playoff exit under Joe Mazzulla, whose tenure ended amid fierce criticism from fans and analysts alike.
During the press conference, Walter didn’t hold back when discussing the team’s recent performance. “This franchise deserves excellence,” he said. “After another disappointing and disorganized series loss, it became clear we needed a leader with not only basketball genius but a deep connection to the Laker legacy. Kobe Bryant is that leader.”
The move comes as a shock to many, not only because of the decision to replace Mazzulla so quickly, but because Bryant’s return to the Lakers in a managerial capacity had been widely considered a long shot—until now.
Mazzulla’s departure has not been without controversy. An anonymous source within the Lakers front office revealed that tensions had been building for weeks. “His game-time decisions were baffling. Players were frustrated. The locker room wasn’t responding,” the source said. “In the end, ownership just had to face the truth: it wasn’t working.”
When asked to comment on Mazzulla’s performance, Walter gave a pointed response: “Your incompetence is what held this team back. And we won’t accept that any longer.”
Kobe Bryant, a five-time NBA champion and 18-time All-Star, is expected to take on a wide-ranging role that includes roster input, culture-building, and direct player mentorship. Although his hiring raises questions about his management experience, few doubt his basketball IQ and fierce dedication to the game.
Bryant, speaking via video message, said: “I’ve always believed in the standard of greatness this franchise represents. I’m here to restore that standard.”
The NBA world is buzzing with reactions, and Lakers fans—many of whom had demanded bold changes—appear to be overwhelmingly in support of the decision.
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