Lakers owner Jerry Buss hospitalized due to dehydration

Jerry Buss was hospitalized yesterday for "excessive dehydration." ( Kevork Djansezian, Getty Images)

Los Angeles Lakers owner Jerry Buss was taken to the hospital last night for excessive dehydration, according to a TMZ report.

The 78-year-old businessman was at his home in L.A. when he became ill, after which he was transported by ambulance to an area hospital where he continues to recover.