Basketball
U.S. draws Greece — and Giannis — in group stage for FIBA World Cup
The U.S. will open Basketball World Cup play against New Zealand this summer, with Greece and Jordan also awaiting the Americans in the group stage.
Month: April 2023
Basketball
No more drama: Lakers are laughing, dancing and advancing
The Lakers have gone from being one of the most dysfunctional teams in the NBA to one of its greatest stories in a matter of months.
Local Sports
Cowboys address needs by drafting TE Luke Schoonmaker, LB DeMarvion Overshown
When in doubt, draft an athlete — preferably an athlete who fits a need. It’s a well-worn strategy for the Dallas Cowboys, and it’s easy to see it shining through.
Basketball
Why the Lakers’ real test begins now
Urgency, expectations and a title. LeBron James is well aware of what lies ahead for the seventh-seeded Lakers.
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NBA playoffs dispatches: Lakers advance in 40-point blowout, Kings force Game 7
The Lakers will face the winner of Warriors-Kings on Sunday after beating the Grizzlies 125-85 in Los Angeles. Here’s everything that happened in the NBA playoffs on Friday.
Basketball
Lakers pound Grizzlies by 40 in Game 6 clincher
The Lakers are on to the second round of the playoffs after finishing off the Grizzlies with a dominant 40-point victory Friday night in Game 6.
Basketball
Dubs fail to heed Kerr’s warning as Kings force G7
Warriors coach Steve Kerr warned his team to be ready against a hungry Kings team facing elimination, but Golden State still appeared to be caught off guard in a lackluster 118-99 loss Friday night at […]
Baseball
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Miguel Vargas hits a two-run home run to extend the Dodgers’ lead over the Cardinals
Miguel Vargas hit his first home run of the season, a two-run home run, to extend the Los Angles Dodgers’ lead over the St. Louis Cardinals.
Basketball
NBA playoffs dispatches: Kings beat Warriors on road, force Game 7
The Warriors will head to Sacramento for a Game 7 after the Kings pulled off a big road win at Chase Center on Friday.