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Rams defense finds redemption in win over Cardinals

Cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon made a diving interception on a deflected pass in the end zone with 37 seconds to play in the Rams' 13-9 victory over Arizona, maintaining command of the NFC West race.

Cornerback Ahkello Witherspoon #4 of the Los Angeles Rams intercepts a pass against the Arizona Cardinals in the fourth quarter of a NFL football game at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024. (Photo by Keith Birmingham, Orange County Register/ SCNG)

Justin Herbert throws 3 touchdowns in a 40-7 road victory over New England as coach Jim Harbaugh leads the team back to the playoffs in his first season

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Chargers thrash Patriots to clinch AFC wild-card berth

Anthony Davis had 36 points, 15 rebounds, and eight assists in the Lakers' 132-122 win over Sacramento, spoiling interim Kings head coach Doug Christie's debut.

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Lakers sweep season series against Kings without LeBron James

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Los Angeles Dodgers

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Teoscar Hernández, Dodgers agree to 3-year, $66M deal

The free agent outfielder, a leader in the clubhouse and a key contributor in the lineup last season, Hernandez posted “I’m back” on his Instagram page on Friday afternoon, confirming that he will return to the Dodgers in 2025.

Los Angeles Angels

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Angels acquire Chuckie Robinson from White Sox for catching depth

The Angels send cash considerations for a catcher with major-league experience to serve as their No. 3, behind starter Logan O’Hoppe and backup Travis d’Arnaud.

High School Sports

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Millikan’s Romeo Pellum says he declined offer to be Long Beach Poly’s football coach

Pellum wants to keep building the Millikan program and likes the support he has at the school. Poly continues its search and there might be another open position in the Moore League.

Lakers

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Swanson: What have 30 games taught the Lakers? Just the obvious – plug the holes

The Lakers are showing potential – and that they still need dependable depth in the...

Clippers

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Alexander: Clippers successfully bide time while waiting for Kawhi

While their injured star inches closer to a return, the Clippers are playing stingy defense...

USC Sports

The freshman, arguably the Trojans' most important defensive piece, came back from a monthlong absence in a landmark victory against UConn last weekend

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USC women’s basketball thrives as ‘freak of nature’ Kennedy Smith returns

The freshman, arguably the Trojans' most important defensive piece, came back from a monthlong absence...

UCLA Sports

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No. 1 UCLA women’s basketball will put preparation to the test

The Bruins, who could be without center Lauren Betts, have doubled their scouting workload ahead...

Los Angeles Rams

The Rams can’t clinch an NFC West title Saturday, but know they’re a different team that has to handle its business for a clearer postseason picture.

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Rams look to maintain control over playoff hopes against Cardinals

The Rams can’t clinch an NFC West title Saturday, but know they’re a different team...

Los Angeles Chargers

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Chargers find themselves on the cusp of becoming a playoff team

Buoyed by last week’s comeback victory over the Broncos, the Chargers can clinch an AFC...

Los Angeles Kings

After five days off following a seven-game road trip, the Kings play a back-to-back set this weekend, with their postseason nemeses the Oilers up first.

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Kings back home for double dip with Edmonton, Philadelphia

After five days off following a seven-game road trip, the Kings play a back-to-back set...

Anaheim Ducks

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Rested Ducks take on Flyers, Oilers at home this weekend

The Ducks had been building momentum before the holiday break, but they need improved performance...

Long Beach State sports

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Long Beach State routs La Sierra for 5th straight win

Kam Martin has 18 points, Christian Richardson adds a career-high 17 off the bench and...

MLB

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Alexander: Remembering Rickey Henderson, Surf Dawg

This reprint of a 2005 column looks back at the time Henderson, who died Saturday...

Soccer

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LAFC re-signs Marlon Santos

The 29-year-old Brazilian defender's new agreement adds a club option for the remainder of 2025...

Horse racing

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Santa Anita horse racing consensus picks for Saturday, Dec. 28, 2024

The consensus box of Santa Anita picks comes from handicappers Bob Mieszerski, Eddie Wilson, Kevin...

Boxing/MMA

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Swanson: Garden Grove teen fought to live, now she fights for boxing glory

Complications during birth nearly killed Guadalupe Ruiz, but she survived and is thriving, an undefeated...

motorsports

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Tony Stewart juggles qualifying with birth of son

Mother Leah Pruett and baby, Dominic James Stewart, "are doing great" Tony Stewart Racing Nitro...

LA Sparks

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Sparks open 2025 season on May 16 against Valkyries

After tangling with the expansion Valkyries in San Francisco, the Sparks will play their home...

Olympics

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Biathlon official apologizes to athletes who have suffered mistreatment

Former biathletes say officials going back decades ignored sexual abuse

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