UCLA vs. LSU is America’s sweethearts vs. its basketball villains
ALBANY, N.Y. — This isn’t just a basketball game, it’s a reckoning. Picking sides goes well beyond school allegiance. Do you prefer America’s sweethearts or its…
The Sports Report: Dodgers prevail in their home opener
Howdy, I’m your host, Austin Knoblauch, filling in for Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. From Jack Harris: To Dave Roberts, Thursday afternoon…
Lamont Butler driven to help San Diego State return to Final Four
The clock was winding down. With 17.5 seconds standing between the San Diego State men’s basketball team and victory, time was its biggest adversary. The…
The Sports Report: Rui Hachimura comes up big against Memphis again
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Hunter Biden tax case: Lawyers to ask L.A. judge to drop charges
A federal judge in Los Angeles on Wednesday will consider Hunter Biden’s bid to throw out nine tax-related charges, with the president’s son arguing that…
Lakers open six-game trip with double-overtime win over the Bucks
MILWAUKEE — The key, coach Darvin Ham said before the game, would be for the Lakers to move on after mistakes, to not let the errors…
March Madness: Clarice Akunwafo, future surgeon and USC’s stopper
Lindsay Gottlieb paused to collect her thoughts. How could she summarize Clarice Akunwafo’s career highs in blocked shots and steals on the biggest stage of…
The Sports Report: Shohei Ohtani breaks his silence
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Prep Rally: There’s a new No. 1, and a Dodgers coach should be proud
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. My name is Eric Sondheimer. It’s close to the midway point in high school baseball season,…
Prince Harry lawyer accuses Rupert Murdoch in hacking case
An attorney for Prince Harry accused Rupert Murdoch this week of knowing about News Group Newspapers’ alleged use of illegal tactics such as phone hacking…
Claire Emslie scores for Angel City in draw with Orlando Pride
Claire Emslie and Marta traded goals in the second half as Angel City and the Orlando Pride played to a 1-1 draw at Inter&Co Stadium…
The Sports Report: It’s time for Shohei Ohtani to act like an adult
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Who is Ippei Mizuhara? Learn about Shohei Ohtani’s interpreter
Fans hold up pictures of Shohei Ohtani and his interpreter Ippei Mizuhara during an Angels-Mariners game in September 2022 in Anaheim. (Mark J. Terrill /…
Column: At 90, Willie Brown’s political vision remains unmatched
SACRAMENTO — The first time I saw Willie Brown he was grinning widely, drawing inquisitive eyes and wearing a fashionable Nehru jacket. “And beads,” he reminded…
10 players the Lakers will be scouting during NCAA tournament
The NCAA Tournament begins this week, traditionally an important time for NBA executives to briefly turn their attention to potential draft picks while their clubs…
The Sports Report: Complete team effort leads Lakers past Hawks
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Prospects that could help Rams fill Aaron Donald’s shoes
Rams defensive tackle Kobie Turner celebrates one of his nine sacks last season. (Mark J. Terrill / Associated Press) Nose tackle Kobie Turner and edge…
Prep Rally: And the basketball players of the year are …
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. My name is Eric Sondheimer. It’s awards time in basketball for players and coaches.Drum roll King/Drew…
The Sports Report: Clippers look bad in loss to Hawks
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
‘Make Me Smile’ singer Steve Harley of Cockney Rebel dies at 73
LONDON — Steve Harley, a British musician whose glam-rock band Cockney Rebel had an enduring hit with the song “Make Me Smile (Come Up and See…