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Both the Lakers and the Clippers enter the season under enormous pressure to win an NBA title for their respective teams, Dan Woike writes.
Mick Cronin’s wardrobe screamed Cincinnati instead of Westwood when he was hired by UCLA. A haberdasher helped Cronin improve his fashion game.
On Saturday night, Shan McClain watched as her two sons suffered serious injuries playing football for the USC Trojans. It was the ultimate test of faith for her.
The assistant GM of the Houston Astros apologized Tuesday after a report said he repeatedly yelled toward a group of female reporters about closer Roberto Osuna.
Statistically, the Chargers have defended well enough, but missed tackles have led to some crucial big plays by the opposition.
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There are several top prospect matchups talent evaluators will be judging closely when St. John Bosco and Mater Dei play Friday. -
Veteran NFL wide receivers shift teams as the Falcons trade Mohamed Sanu to the Patriots and the Broncos send Emmanuel Sanders to the 49ers.
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The New York Jets are upset after “Monday Night Football” aired a clip of Sam Darnold admitting he was “seeing ghosts” against the New England Patriots.
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NBA legend Michael Jordan declares that Golden State Warriors star Steph Curry is “not a Hall of Famer yet.”
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Golden State Warriors star Klay Thompson will likely miss the entire 2019-20 season as he recovers after tearing his left ACL in June, coach Steve Kerr said.
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David Singleton brings an energy to UCLA basketball that’s effective at helping the Bruins win — and in helping his teammates avoid mistakes in practice.
Times Voices
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Kobe Bryant won’t be attending the Lakers’ season opener, but he has an idea as to why Kawhi Leonard picked the Clippers over the Lakers.
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Both the Lakers and the Clippers enter the season under enormous pressure to win an NBA title for their respective teams.
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Normally sure-handed, running back Melvin Gordon says his decision to not attend training camp has played a role in his struggles this season.
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The Rams’ defense has frequently looked discombobulated in coverages this season, but adding Jalen Ramsey already has changed dynamic in positive way.
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USC’s fifth-string running back Kenan Christon makes the most of his chance Saturday with 103 yards and two touchdowns in eight carries against Arizona.
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The Paradise High Bobcats, the football team from the backwoods Northern California town that burnt down, are undefeated and have outscored opponents 362-40.
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Rams and Chargers
Rams players got a kick out of new teammate Jalen Ramsey trash-talking with Falcons wide receiver Julio Jones during L.A.'s win Sunday.
Chargers guard Forrest Lamp sustained a broken fibula in Sunday’s loss to the Tennessee Titans and will miss the remainder of the season.
Los Angeles Rams tight end Gerald Everett, an Atlanta native, broke out the “Dirty Bird” in front of his hometown crowd following a touchdown catch against the Falcons.
Amid a 2-5 start, the Chargers’ playoff hopes are already dimming, but Philip Rivers doesn’t think the team will devolve into an on-field soap opera.
Former Lakers Lonzo Ball and Brandon Ingram out of the L.A. spotlight after getting traded to New Orleans, where the big focus is on Zion Williamson.
The NBA’s summer played out almost biblically as pairs of superstars joined forces from Los Angeles, to Houston, to Brooklyn.
Who wins new fight for L.A. might be main question this season, but others include who will be next star to get traded and if Lakers are in playoffs, who is out?
James Harden and Russell Westbrook could leave Houston atop West in regular season, but the Clippers, Jazz and Lakers are conference contenders, too.
A look at how the Eastern Conference teams stack up in predicted order of finish.
Veteran big man Al Horford is an underrated difference-maker on defense and unheralded offensive player who can make the difference for Philadelphia.
After six seasons with no playoffs, Lakers feel they have all the pieces in place for a title.
The versatility of Clippers forwards Kawhi Leonard and Paul George draws comparisons to another great duo: Chicago’s Michael Jordan and Scottie Pippen.
Celebrating division titles is no longer good enough for team that has Kawhi Leonard, Paul George and championship goals.
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Lakers and Clippers
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Viewers of the Lakers-Clippers broadcast on Tuesday will see a New Balance ad featuring Clippers star Kawhi Leonard.
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The Lakers ending their six-year playoff drought depends on how all the key pieces fall into place, from Kyle Kuzma to the coaching staff.
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Clippers appear to have the firepower for first title, but they have issues. Here are the five biggest questions surrounding the team this season.
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All the pieces come into place in 37-10 rout of the Atlanta Falcons.
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Willie Brown, the Hall of Fame cornerback who won three Super Bowl titles with the Oakland Raiders, died Tuesday.
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Blake Lizotte says deciding to sign with the Kings was an “emotional time,” but the highly regarded prospect is focused on making an impact in the NHL.
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Golden Boy Promotions in a statement says sexual assault charges made in a lawsuit against owner Oscar De La Hoya are ‘completely false.’
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The asking price for tickets on the secondary market was as high as $3,600 Monday night.
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LeBron James and Anthony Davis look capable of following in storied tradition of star Lakers tandems.
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Several top USC players suffered serious injuries Saturday against Arizona. Talanoa Hufanga, Drake Jackson and Markese Stepp all probably will miss several games.
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The World Series combatants are two of four teams with the oldest average players in baseball, and the reliance on veterans begins with elite starting rotations.
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New England’s blitz-happy defense forced Sam Darnold into five turnovers to help keep the Patriots undefeated on the season.
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Kawhi Leonard and Anthony Davis are both excited about playing for their new L.A. teams as the Clippers and Lakers open their respective seasons.
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Anaheim could have demanded $8 million when the Angels terminated their stadium lease, but behind closed doors city leaders decided not to press the issue.
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Kobe Bryant won’t be attending the Lakers’ season opener, but he has an idea as to why Kawhi Leonard picked the Clippers over the Lakers.
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The New York Jets are upset after “Monday Night Football” aired a clip of Sam Darnold admitting he was “seeing ghosts” against the New England Patriots.
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The assistant GM of the Houston Astros apologized Tuesday after a report said he repeatedly yelled toward a group of female reporters about closer Roberto Osuna.
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On Saturday night, Shan McClain watched as her two sons suffered serious injuries playing football for the USC Trojans. It was the ultimate test of faith for her.
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Eric Cooper, a Major League Baseball umpire who worked the AL Division Series two weeks ago, has died after having a blood clot. He was 52.
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Girls’ tennis: City Section playoff pairings
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Eagle Rock’s Axel Ayers and Daniel Zamora lead in a win over Franklin, one of its strongest opponents.
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High school football: Week 9 schedule
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Chiefs called Matt Moore in August and persuaded him to return to the NFL.
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The top two teams in Open Division, , Eagle Rock and Taft, will meet on Monday to decide the No. 1 playoff seed.
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Baseball
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Readers share their frustration over the NLDS Game 5 loss.
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The Dodgers’ hired an entire new department of hitting coaches before the season intent on improving against elite playoff pitching. It didn’t work in the NLDS.
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New Angels manager Joe Maddon’s arrival was met with applause from many in the organization who got to know him during his tenure with the team from 1975 to 2005.
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The Angels hired Joe Maddon as their manager, the right move for a franchise reeling from Tyler Skaggs’ death and an ongoing DEA investigation into opioid use.
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Flames goaltender Cam Talbot fends off a spirited comeback attempt in the final minutes by the Ducks, who lose at home for the first time this season.
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The Kings’ line of Tyler Toffoli, Jeff Carter and Blake Lizotte has struggled to find the back of the net, but that changed Saturday against the Flames.
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Jonathan Quick turned in his best performance of the season with 23 saves, and the Los Angeles Kings cruised to a 4-1 triumph over the Calgary Flames.
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The Buffalo Sabres remember riding a 10-game winning streak to the top of the NHL last November only to fall apart, so they’re not gloating about where they’re sitting.
USC & UCLA
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Running back Cole Kinder doesn’t get a lot of playing time for UCLA, but when he does, it means a guaranteed win for the Bruins.
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USC’s ability to find strong production from its reserves has played a big role in the Trojans staying competitive in the Pac-12 this season.
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With its depleted defensive backfield already dealing with injuries to all three of its starting cornerbacks, USC may have also lost its top safety Saturday night.
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The shorthanded USC defense along with an electric offense put on a dominant showing in a 41-14 win against Arizona.More Coverage
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LAFC general manager John Thorrington has transformed an expansion team into an MLS Cup title contender in just two seasons. What has fueled his success?
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The Galaxy defeat Minnesota 2-1 in playoff opener when Sebatian Lletget and Jonathan dos Santos score in second half. They’ll face LAFC on Thursday.
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The Galaxy’s MLS playoff game against the Minnesota United on Sunday could be Zlatan Ibrahimovic’s last for the Galaxy.
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Zlatan Ibrahimovic has been the driving force behind the Galaxy’s push to make the playoffs. Here are his top five goals so far this season.
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