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The intersection of sports and social justice that began with Jackie Robinson and ramped up in 2020 continues with reaction to the outcome of George Floyd case.
Paul George’s free throws at the end lift the Clippers over the Trail Blazers 113-112 on Tuesday in Portland, Oregon.
Before their 1-0 victory over the Mariners on Tuesday, the Dodgers learned that Mookie Betts should not miss much time after being hit with a pitch on Monday.
Shohei Ohtani returned to the mount for the first time since April 4 as the Angels beat the Texas Rangers 6-2 on Tuesday at Angel Stadium.
UCLA sophomore Johnny Juzang, coming off a strong NCAA tournament run, has declared for the NBA draft. He has the option to return to the Bruins.
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Andreas Athanasiou and Blake Lizotte each had a goal and two assists and the L.A. Kings defeated the Anaheim Ducks 4-1 on Tuesday.
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Birmingham defeats El Camino Real 4-0 to improve to 8-0 in boys’ soccer.
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The USC football team opted to postpone its spring practice Tuesday and dedicate its afternoon session to discussing racial injustice as a team.
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The sore right foot that sidelined the Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard last week will knock him out of Tuesday night’s game at Portland and beyond.
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Shohei Ohtani will be making his first start since April 4, and the Angels are going to be monitoring him closely for any signs of blister-related issues.
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Athletes across several major sports reacted within moments on social media to Derek Chauvin being found guilty of murdering George Floyd.
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The Dodgers might have taken two of three games in their series with the Padres, but it’s clear they can ill afford to take San Diego lightly.
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The first game this season between the Dodgers and Padres wasn’t April baseball as we usually see it. It was madness and it was magical.
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Longtime San Jose Sharks star, and Kings and Ducks nemesis, Patrick Marleau is on the verge of becoming the all-time NHL leader in games played.
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Staples Center finally opened its doors again to fans for Lakers-Celtics game. This is what a reunion between an NBA champion and its city feels like.
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Angelique Fong of Mission Viejo is this year’s 21st Duck, an honor the NHL team gives to someone distinguished by their character, courage or community contributions.
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Kobe Bryant’s 60-point farewell game started with a clumsy effort and five missed shots. Then it happened. He turned Mamba and it was lights out.
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The Padres have long lived in the shadow of the Dodgers. But this season, the city of San Diego is convinced it will be a season to remember.
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Byron Scott coached Kobe Bryant in his final season and was a mentor when the Lakers great entered the NBA. What he and others remember.
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Jackie Robinson’s role as leader in baseball and the civil rights movement served as the inspiration for a painting unveiled at the Negro Leagues Museum.
Lakers and Clippers
Talen Horton-Tucker never stopped attacking during the Lakers’ loss to the Utah Jazz, showcasing how much he’s developed since the start of the season.
With Anthony Davis nearing his return, the Lakers once again got a reminder of how much they miss him and LeBron James in a 111-97 loss to the Utah Jazz.
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During a season that has seen the Clippers approach NBA records for shooting accuracy, one common element is a trust in coach Tyronn Lue’s offense.
Paul George saw his streak of 30-point games end at five games after he finished with 23 points, but the Clippers cruised to a 124-105 win on Sunday.
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Dodgers star Mookie Betts takes a pitch off his right forearm during a 4-3 loss to the Seattle Mariners. It’s unclear whether he will play Tuesday.
The Dodgers got back their winning ways on Tuesday thanks to a strong pitching effort in a 1-0 victory over the Seattle Mariners.
A three-day prizefight between the Dodgers and Padres ends with the Dodgers taking two of three games with 16 matchups to go this season.
Clayton Kershaw threw six shutout innings and drew a bases-loaded walk and Mookie Betts made a game-ending diving catch in a 2-0 win at San Diego.
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Shohei Ohtani will be on the mound for the Angels for the first time since April 4 when he takes on the Texas Rangers.
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The Angels’ rally came up short in the 6-4 loss to the Texas Rangers on Monday at Angels Stadium.
UCLA and USC
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USC quarterback Mo Hasan will miss the upcoming season after tearing his anterior cruciate ligament during a spring game.
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USC coach Clay Helton reported that former lineman Chris Brown has died at 24. Brown started all 14 games on the Pac-12 championship team in 2017.
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USC got to perform in front of fans Saturday at the Coliseum in its spring game. But the offense struggled behind makeshift lines.
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San Jose Sharks’ Patrick Marleau surpassed “Mr. Hockey” for the most games played in NHL history.
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Max Comtois and Danton Heinen score goals and Adam Henrique records his 200th career assist in the Ducks’ 5-2 loss to the Vegas Golden Knights.
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Lakers coach Frank Vogel proclaimed Anthony Davis “healthy” before tipoff, and he may play this weekend against Dallas.
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Before their 1-0 victory over the Mariners on Tuesday, the Dodgers learned that Mookie Betts should not miss much time after being hit with a pitch on Monday.
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Talen Horton-Tucker never stopped attacking during the Lakers’ loss to the Utah Jazz, showcasing how much he’s developed since the start of the season.
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Shohei Ohtani returned to the mount for the first time since April 4 as the Angels beat the Texas Rangers 6-2 on Tuesday at Angel Stadium.
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Paul George’s free throws at the end lift the Clippers over the Trail Blazers 113-112 on Tuesday in Portland, Oregon.
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UCLA sophomore Johnny Juzang, coming off a strong NCAA tournament run, has declared for the NBA draft. He has the option to return to the Bruins.
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High school boys’ and girls’ basketball: Monday’s results
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High school softball: Monday’s results
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High school baseball: Monday’s results
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Birmingham improves to 1-1 with a 59-51 basketball victory over Gardena Serra on Monday.
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After the season was cut short by COVID, outside linebacker Raesjon Davis chose to finish his senior year.
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New Orleans Pelicans star Zion Williams is the first Gen Z athlete to have signature shoes for Nike’s Jordan Brand. He debuts the Zion 1 sneakers tonight.
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Padres invested all their emotional energy into one series.
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In Europe, club soccer as we know it is either A) about to enter a marvelous new chapter or B) cease to exist as we know it.
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The Angels play the Texas Rangers in a three-game series starting Monday night at Angel Stadium. Follow along for complete coverage of the series.
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Kobe Bryant’s contract with Nike has expired, opening the door for his name and likeness to be used elsewhere.
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The Chargers are set at starting safety, but need to find a replacement in draft for departed Casey Hayward at corner ... and need defensive back depth.
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Thousand Oaks remains No. 1 in The Times’ top 25 high school baseball rankings.
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The Week 7 schedule for high school football teams in the Southland.
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Multiplier, a 7-year-old gelding, became the second horse to die within two days of racing at Santa Anita after sustaining injuries in a race Sunday.
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Perhaps nobody in sports had a tougher job than Elgin Baylor when he was an executive with the Clippers under the ownership of Donald Sterling.
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Washington quarterback Alex Smith is retiring from the NFL after making an improbable comeback from a broken leg.
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Javier ‘Chicharito’ Hernández said he would be better in 2021, and he delivered in the Galaxy’s season opener by scoring twice in 3-2 win over Inter Miami.
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Take a closer look at the 2021 L.A. Galaxy players, and check back all season for video highlights of goals they score.
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Carlos Vela sustains an injury and leaves early before LAFC defeats MLS expansion team Austin FC 2-0 in the season opener for both squads.
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Take a closer look at every 2021 LAFC player and video of all the goals the team scores throughout the MLS season.
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The Rams lost some key pieces at safety and cornerback because of free agency, but they’ve been preparing for this through the draft.
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The Rams appear set with the pass catchers, but that doesn’t mean they won’t be looking for more speed in the NFL draft.
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Rams season-ticket holders got a chance to visit SoFi Stadium for the first time after the COVID-19 pandemic barred them from attending games last season.
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The attorney for a man who accused Rams’ Aaron Donald of assaulting him said he apologized Friday night.
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The Chargers are paying wide receiver Mike Williams plenty to keep him on the roster, but is he part of the team’s long-term plans?
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The Chargers players joined the movement Friday and released a statement that indicated many of them will not participate during voluntary in-person offseason workouts.
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Coach Brandon Staley talked about the Chargers needs at cornerback and offensive tackle, but would not say what position they might target with the No. 13 pick of the NFL draft.
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The Chargers figured they had a 10-year starter when they drafted Forrest Lamp in 2017, but injuries ruined his stay and now he has agreed to a deal with the Buffalo Bills.
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Facing a two-year ban for missed drug tests, top U.S. sprinter Christian Coleman sees his appeal to the Court of Arbitration for sport fall short.
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American athletes headed for the Olympics in late July have varying opinions about the need to protect themselves against the coronavirus.
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The latest Virtual Medal Table from Gracenote shows the U.S. leading all nations with an estimated 43 golds and 114 overall medals at the Tokyo Olympics.
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Sakura Kokumai, a member of the U.S. karate team, and U.S. gymnast Yul Moldauer spoke Wednesday about what it’s like to be Asian American in the current social climate.
