Swanson: Here we go again; Kawhi Leonard returns to boost Clipper hopes
The star's presence could turn a deep, defensive-minded Clipper team into a problem in the playoffs -- but they'll have to keep him on the court.
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Los Angeles Dodgers
Teoscar Hernández, Dodgers thrilled to reunite on 3-year, $66M deal
Hernández, who is expected to play right field next season, calls the Dodgers “different” from other teams and says “money wasn’t an issue” in his decision-making.
Los Angeles Angels
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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La Salle girls basketball beats Bonita with strong second-half effort
La Salle improves to 16-2 by holding Bonita to 10 points in the second half of Friday's game.
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San Gabriel Valley girls basketball stat leaders, Jan. 3
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San Gabriel Valley boys basketball stat leaders, Jan. 3
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Lakers
Alexander: Lakers coach JJ Redick showing he’s not afraid to be blunt
“I don’t want to be a part of a good team. I want to be...
Clippers
Clippers’ Kawhi Leonard plans to return Saturday against Hawks
The Clippers upgraded the six-time All-Star from out to questionable Friday night, indicating he is...
Los Angeles Rams
Seattle Seahawks at Rams: Who has the edge?
What’s at stake, injuries, who’s better, matchup to watch, TV info, fantasy sleeper and a...
Los Angeles Chargers
Chargers ignoring ‘ifs, ands and buts’ of AFC playoff scenarios
The Chargers could be the fifth or sixth seed, with much depending on the Bengals...
USC Sports
How No. 4 USC became an elite defense under assistant Beth Burns
Hired by Lindsay Gottlieb in 2022, the former head coach has helped transform the Trojans'...
UCLA Sports
No. 1 UCLA women’s basketball emphasizing character over talent to maintain a high standard
The Bruins (14-0 overall, 3-0 Big Ten) want to reawaken their competitive spirit on a...
College Football
Sugar Bowl: Notre Dame bullies Georgia to reach CFP semifinals
The Fighting Irish score 17 points in a 54-second stretch bridging halftime and stifle the...
Horse racing
Santa Anita horse racing consensus picks for Saturday, January 4, 2025
The consensus box of Santa Anita horse racing picks comes from handicappers Bob Mieszerski, Eddie...
Los Angeles Kings
Kings put 8-game home winning streak up against Tampa Bay
The Kings host the Lightning on Saturday evening, armed with the NHL’s best home record...
Anaheim Ducks
Ducks return home against Tampa Bay full of resolve
The Ducks, who had won three in a row before losing a heartbreaker in Edmonton,...
Soccer
LAFC re-signs Marlon Santos
The 29-year-old Brazilian defender's new agreement adds a club option for the remainder of 2025...
College Sports
Swanson: New playoff format gives Ohio State a chance to prove itself
The Buckeyes' 41-21 victory over Oregon in the Rose Bowl is indicative of how the...
Boxing/MMA
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
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
Sparks’ new head coach Lynne Roberts seizes ‘golden opportunity’
The former Utah coach, who checked all the boxes for the Sparks, cites Los Angeles...
Olympics
Suspended artistic swimming coach Hiea-Yoon Kang ‘found joy in making us scream’
Former U.S. national team and La Mirada Aquabelles artistic swimmers detail abusive conduct by former...