Steve Ballmer and Miriam Adelson
Steve Ballmer and Miriam Adelson are two of the wealthiest owners in sports.
  • The 10 wealthiest sports owners collectively own 15 major sports teams.
  • These owners include tech moguls, hedge fund managers, and heirs to massive fortunes.
  • Forbes data highlights their diverse origins, from Walmart heirs to hedge fund managers.

As sports team values continue to skyrocket, the people who can afford to invest in these franchises are among the wealthiest people on the planet.