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Markazi: Ex-Laker Troy Daniels has a new team but missing one vital thing

Former Laker and current Denver Nugget Troy Daniels can't do much basketball-wise right now because he doesn't have a home court.




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Vanessa Bryant shares Instagram post on Kobe's farewell anniversary

Vanessa Bryant took to Instagram on Monday, the fourth anniversary of Kobe's 60-point farewell game, to share some heart-wrenching thoughts about late husband.




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Plaschke: LeBron James goes from shunned to beloved in L.A., a remarkable image makeover

Lakers star LeBron James was overwhelmingly voted as the favorite local athlete in a new survey, only a year after he was booed in Staples Center.




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The resumption of NBA season might rely on protocols not yet available

Before NBA play can resume, a number of medical protocols should be in place to protect players, staff and arena workers. Medical experts say that is a problem.




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NBA postpones draft lottery and combine indefinitely because of coronavirus

As anticipated, the NBA suspended its draft lottery and combine indefinitely amid the ongoing coronavirus shutdown.




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Kobe Bryant vs. Michael Jordan: cuando se pasó la antorcha

La historia de Kobe Bryant y Michael Jordan compartiendo la cancha por última vez el 28 de marzo de 2003, cuando el muchacho anotó 55 puntos y el "G.O.A.T." tuvo 23




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How to relieve stress during a pandemic? #quarantinebaking

A baking boom is driving thousands of homebound Americans into their kitchens to knead dough and bake cookies as a way to cope with life under quarantine. Watch it play out on social media, particularly #baking Instagram.




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Forget puzzles: Model-car building should be your next shutdown activity

Model-car building is one of the old-school hobbies enjoying a resurgence during the pandemic lockdown. Haven't done that in a while? Here's where to find a kit and what to look for.




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How to safely shop for edible plants during a pandemic: With planning and patience

Many small nurseries have closed to visitors due to coronavirus, but you can still safely shop for plants online with a little planning and lots of patience, since most nurseries are working with reduced staff to get your orders ready for pickup.




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Tell us: What's your coronavirus dating story?

What's it like dating in the middle of the coronavirus pandemic? Tell us your story.




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Teens are feeling lonely and anxious in isolation. Here's how parents can help

Teens are experiencing grief as they miss out on milestones such as prom and graduation because of COVID-19. Here are some things parents can do to help.




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Why we're all getting to know ourselves a little better in quarantine

All this time at home has a side effect: A chance to learn more about ourselves and the people we're with. Here's how to have your a-ha moment.




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Is time flying by oddly quickly during COVID-19? Here's why you may feel that way

Many people quarantining at home as a result of the coronavirus crisis are noticing time passing a little more strangely than usual. For one thing, there are fewer signals differentiating a Sunday from a Monday.




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Five ways to celebrate Cinco de Mayo at home

Your Cinco de Mayo celebration this year might have a different tone from years past, but it can still have great food, music and culture.




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7 ways to celebrate Mother's Day when you need to keep your distance

How do you honor Mom on Mother's Day when you can't get close enough to give her a hug? Here are a few tips for connecting on a meaningful level.




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Panicked over 'murder hornets,' people are killing native bees we desperately need

Asian giant hornets (a.k.a. murder hornets) have been spotted only in Washington state and Canada. Traps elsewhere are killing beneficial native wasps and bees.




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Craig Naivar joins Clay Helton's staff as USC's new safeties coach

Craig Naivar is named safeties coach at USC, where he will rejoin defensive coordinator Todd Orlando, with whom he worked at Texas and Houston.




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USC falls to Arizona State after turnover-fueled second half

After leading by 13 in the first half and eight at halftime Saturday night, USC came undone down the stretch in Tempe, losing 66-64 to the Sun Devils.




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USC basketball will need to rely on defense to break that tournament bubble

Before the season started, USC coach Andy Enfield had no idea what the Trojans' identity would be. Now, that's clear.




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USC cancels 2021 matchup in football with UC Davis

USC has told UC Davis that the scheduled 2021 matchup between the teams is off. The Trojans have never played a team in the Football Championship Subdivision.




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USC unravels down the stretch, drops a 14-point lead in loss to Colorado

Onyeka Okongwu had 21 points, Jonah Mathews added 17, and Nick Rakocevic had 14 points and 11 rebounds but USC could not hold onto a 14-point lead and finish a comeback in a 70-66 loss to Colorado.




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USC's Michael Pittman Jr. on NFL combine: 'This is just like a little starting place'

Even after four seasons at USC, Michael Pittman Jr. hasn't gotten much attention in a deep group of wide receivers at the NFL scouting combine.




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Jonah Mathews and Daniel Utomi lead USC past Arizona State

Jonah Mathews had 23 points and Daniel Utomi added 19 points and 10 rebounds as USC beat Arizona State 71-61 for a weekend sweep of the Arizona teams.




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Review: HBO Sports' 'Women of Troy' shows how Cheryl Miller-led USC basketball helped ignite the sport

If you're looking to watch a basketball story of empowerment or want to start off March Madness right, then HBO Sports' upcoming 'Women of Troy' is a must see.




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Can new defensive staff put a charge into Clay Helton and USC football?

USC opens spring football practice Wednesday, stocked with a new cast of assistants on defense. The big question is can the new faces help produce better results for coach Clay Helton.




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USC coach Andy Enfield knows fan atmosphere in NCAA tournament will be missed

USC coach Andy Enfield knows the importance of fans' roles in events such as the NCAA tournament, which will be absent this year due to NCAA precaution on the coronavirus.




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Clay Helton focused on keeping USC players safe amid concerns about the coronavirus

USC football coach Clay Helton isn't concerned about losing spring practice time. His focus now is on keeping his players healthy.




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USC women's golf team was playing up to its No. 1 ranking when season was canceled

The USC women's golf team proved worthy if its No. 1 ranking when the coronavirus outbreak caused the season to be canceled.




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USC gets commitment for 2021 class from Playa del Rey St. Bernard guard Reese Dixon-Waters

Reese Dixon-Waters, one of the nation's top guard prospects, commits to USC. Dixon-Waters, who will be a senior next season, plays at Playa del Rey St. Bernard.




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Andy Enfield is convinced USC could have made a run in NCAA tournament

USC coach Andy Enfield says the Trojans were good enough to make a run in the NCAA tournament. But because of the coronavirus, he'll never know.




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Former USC football player Quinton Powell hospitalized with COVID-19 symptoms

Former USC linebacker Quinton Powell is pleading for others to stay safe after being hospitalized while experiencing symptoms of the coronavirus illness.




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Clay Helton says USC would need four weeks to ramp up before fall camp

The COVID-19 pandemic has scrambled plans for college football. USC coach Clay Helton said the Trojans would need about four weeks of preparation before the start of fall camp.




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Tayler Katoa on a mission to help USC after two years of wondering

Tayler Katoa was ecstatic when USC coach Clay Helton supported his Mormon mission, but the linebacker always wondered if the Trojans would welcome him back.




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USC quarterback JT Daniels to enter transfer portal

USC quarterback JT Daniels will enter the transfer portal, the school announced. Daniels started as a freshman in 2018 and missed most of last season with a knee injury.




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USC's Michael Pittman Jr. is chosen by Indianapolis in second round of NFL draft

USC wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. was selected by the Indianapolis Colts with the second pick of the second round in the NFL draft.




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USC guard Elijah Weaver enters transfer portal, says goodbye to Trojans

USC sophomore guard Elijah Weaver entered the NCAA's transfer portal on Tuesday, saying goodbye to the Trojans in an Instagram post.




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Mike Bohn, Clay Helton and Andy Enfield giving USC back combined $1 million in salary

USC athletic director Mike Bohn and coaches Clay Helton and Andy Enfield are giving back a combined $1 million in salary to help the school during the coronavirus pandemic.




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Op-Ed: A chimpanzee's journey helps my son cope with the coronavirus lockdown in Paris

A touching video of Jane Goodall releasing a chimp into the wild makes my son sob. His tears may reveal frustration over our coronavirus-altered lives.




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Op-Ed: How to help others during a pandemic when they're too embarrassed to ask

Asking for help can be scary and uncomfortable. If you can assist, don't wait for a request — offer help now.




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Op-Ed: California's farm workers desperately need PPE and coronavirus tests

Agricultural employers and state health authorities need to act immediately before COVID-19 becomes a major crisis among workers who provide our food supply.




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Column: The shaming of Anthony Fauci at Trump's news conference from hell

Anthony Fauci, our national truth-teller, spoke plainly before he was forced to make a retraction by a president more comfortable with lies.




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Op-Ed: Sheltering in place with lemons, guavas and a tiny backyard crucifix

I've been doing my part to keep an eye on my older neighbors, which helps calm my own feelings of fear and helplessness.




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Column: This man masterminded my friend Daniel Pearl's abduction in 2002. He shouldn't be set free

Pearl's beheading opened the door to more violence against journalists. Those who abducted him should remain in prison.




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Op-Ed: John Cho: Coronavirus reminds Asian Americans like me that our belonging is conditional

I've learned that a moment always comes along to remind you that your race defines you above all else.




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Op-Ed: Predictions about where the coronavirus pandemic is going vary widely. Can models be trusted?

A model predicts COVID-19 deaths in the U.S. will drop to zero by June. Another suggests without a vaccine, the coronavirus will be with us for years.




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Column: Feeling sad? Lethargic? Fearful? Happiness is just a bike ride away

Stuck in coronavirus lockdown, all I wanted to do was sleep in and eat toast. And then I rediscovered my bike.




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Op-Ed: Angelenos love their suburban sprawl. The coronavirus proves them right

Housing patterns and transit modes could turn out to be decisive factors in why some cities were better able to fend off spread of the coronavirus.




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Column: What it would take to keep L.A. traffic from returning to soul-crushing levels

Angelenos spend an average of 103 hours a year stuck in traffic. Is it possible to keep our roads the way they are now?




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Op-Ed: Yes, businesses have been hurt by coronavirus closures, but they won't get relief from the courts

The Supreme Court has made clear repeatedly that governments can regulate businesses to protect the public interest.




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Angels appear one starter short as spring training begins for pitchers and catchers

The Angels nixed a trade that would have brought in Ross Stripling and Joc Pederson. They have enough offense, but could use more pitching.