j With LeBron James out, Anthony Davis leads way in Lakers' win By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 01:24:51 -0500 Anthony Davis finished with 23 points and six rebounds as the Lakers won their seventh straight game in a win over the injury-plagued Golden State Warriors. Full Article
j Lakers still figuring out how to play with LeBron James out of the lineup By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 28 Feb 2020 22:24:12 -0500 The Lakers are have a rating of plus-8.4 when LeBron James is the court, but it drops to a minus-0.1 when he rests, according to NBA.com. Full Article
j Lakers fall to hungry Grizzlies in LeBron James' return By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 29 Feb 2020 23:35:56 -0500 The Lakers decided to praise rookie sensation Ja Morant and the young, desperate Memphis Grizzlies and accept their own shortcomings after a 105-88 loss. Full Article
j LeBron James and Lakers teach Zion Williamson some lessons in win over Pelicans By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 2 Mar 2020 01:01:24 -0500 LeBron James finishes with a triple-double and shows off some moves in front of Zion Williamson during the Lakers' 122-114 victory over the Pelicans. Full Article
j Lakers work out JR Smith and Dion Waiters as they seek to fill final roster spot By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 2 Mar 2020 19:41:44 -0500 The Lakers worked out JR Smith and Dion Waiters on Monday as they began the process to fill their final roster spot, according to several sources familiar with the situation. Full Article
j Anthony Davis-LeBron James a winning ticket for Lakers against 76ers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 4 Mar 2020 00:38:53 -0500 Anthony Davis sat down with a little over a minute left in the Lakers' contest against the Philadelphia 76ers, but he didn't stay on the bench for long. He'd done everything for the Lakers that night. Full Article
j How LeBron James knows when to shoot from 30 feet or farther By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 4 Mar 2020 20:03:02 -0500 Lakers star LeBron James pulled up 36 feet and made a shot against the 76ers on Tuesday. How does he know when to shoot those: "It's just a feeling." Full Article
j LeBron James leads Lakers past Bucks and Giannis Antetokounmpo By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 7 Mar 2020 02:08:48 -0500 Lakers star LeBron James scored 37 points on 12-for-21 shooting and added seven assists and eight rebounds in a 113-103 victory over Milwaukee. Full Article
j Plaschke: In a battle of superstars, LeBron James shines as the true MVP By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 7 Mar 2020 02:52:34 -0500 If one game could decide the NBA MVP, it was Lakers vs. Bucks, and LeBron James came out on top against Giannis Antetokounmpo. Full Article
j LeBron James on games without spectators: 'I ain't playing' By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 7 Mar 2020 22:00:40 -0500 Lakers star LeBron James on the prospect of games in empty arenas because of the coronavirus outbreak: "I ain't playing if you don't have the fans." Full Article
j LeBron James defies his age once again in Lakers' victory over Clippers By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 8 Mar 2020 22:18:11 -0400 LeBron James put on a show, winning matchups and scoring points with relative ease as the Lakers beat the Clippers for the first time this season. Full Article
j LeBron James' performances against Bucks and Clippers earn him 'MVP' accolades By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 8 Mar 2020 20:57:17 -0400 In victories over the Bucks and Clippers — two of the NBA's finest teams — LeBron James showed how much of a difference-maker he is for the Lakers. Full Article
j LeBron James changes his stance, says he would play games without fans By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 10 Mar 2020 15:45:40 -0400 Lakers star LeBron James revises his stance on playing game without fans, saying he'd do so if it's in the best interest of the franchise and the NBA. Full Article
j Majority of Lakers players in L.A. get tested for coronavirus By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 18 Mar 2020 13:57:30 -0400 The majority of Lakers players in L.A. were tested for the coronavirus Wednesday, a day after learning they were exposed to Nets players who tested positive. Full Article
j Granderson: NBA shouldn't be jumping to front of the line for COVID-19 testing By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 14:39:19 -0400 By getting tested for the coronavirus, the Lakers and NBA teams are doing what most of us would do. If we could. Full Article
j Analysis: Lakers adjust to new norm while waiting to resume title chase By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 19:10:47 -0400 LeBron James, Anthony Davis and the Lakers made a steady run to the top of the Western Conference. If the NBA season resumes, can they contend for a title? Full Article
j Lakers' LeBron James says layoff is not good for his 35-year-old body By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 26 Mar 2020 15:49:09 -0400 LeBron James doesn't want to hear any more about how a break in the schedule might be good for his 35-year-old body. 'It's actually the opposite for me,' he says. Full Article
j LeBron James gets his wish with new Michael Jordan documentary series release date By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 31 Mar 2020 14:05:07 -0400 LeBron James celebrates a report that ESPN will announce an April 19 debut for the 10-part Michael Jordan docuseries "The Last Dance." Full Article
j LeBron James proud of Lakers' season, but he would like closure By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 8 Apr 2020 20:41:54 -0400 Lakers star LeBron James tells reporters Wednesday that he's "proud of what we were able to accomplish to this point." He hopes to resume title chase if it's safe. Full Article
j Plaschke: LeBron James goes from shunned to beloved in L.A., a remarkable image makeover By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 14:46:56 -0400 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. Full Article
j This day in sports: Jerry West ready to retire from Lakers' front office — or is he? By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 08:00:26 -0400 A look at memorable sports moments from April 18, including Jerry West talking about stepping down from the Lakers' front office in 1998. He ended up lasting two more years. Full Article
j Magical day with Lakers legend is just part of 'all in' coronavirus fundraiser By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 25 Apr 2020 09:00:13 -0400 Lakers legend Magic Johnson and Clippers coach Doc Rivers are among those participating in an auction that's raising millions to help feed people during the COVID-19 pandemic. Full Article
j Remembering Jerry West's 60-footer, Lakers heartbreak 50 years ago By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 29 Apr 2020 06:00:14 -0400 It's been 50 years since Lakers great Jerry West made a 60-foot basket to send Game 3 of the NBA Finals into overtime. The Lakers lost that game and series. Full Article
j LeBron James heads list of those with most to lose if NBA is shut down by coronavirus By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 30 Apr 2020 19:16:48 -0400 If the NBA doesn't come back this season because of the coronavirus pandemic, here are the five biggest losers, starting with LeBron James Full Article
j Kobe Bryant vs. Michael Jordan: cuando se pasó la antorcha By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 3 May 2020 05:52:51 -0400 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 Full Article
j Etiquette podcast 'Were You Raised by Wolves?' adjusts the rules in coronavirus quarantine By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 18 Apr 2020 12:53:52 -0400 Before the coronavirus pandemic, a hot etiquette topic for "Were You Raised by Wolves" hosts Nick Leighton and Leah Bonnema was the use of mobile phone flashlights to read restaurant menus. Now the popular podcast is an escape for quarantine life. Full Article
j I'm a boomer afraid of the coronavirus. My millennial roommate thinks it's a joke By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 1 May 2020 13:13:36 -0400 I know that many millennials are doing their part to flatten the curve. But it's nerve-wracking not to trust someone you live with. Full Article
j USC safety C.J. Pollard announces he is entering NCAA transfer portal By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 27 Jan 2020 13:08:34 -0500 Safety C.J. Pollard announced on Monday he is leaving USC and entering the NCAA transfer portal. Full Article
j Craig Naivar joins Clay Helton's staff as USC's new safeties coach By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 1 Feb 2020 13:46:16 -0500 Craig Naivar is named safeties coach at USC, where he will rejoin defensive coordinator Todd Orlando, with whom he worked at Texas and Houston. Full Article
j White House could join NCAA search for solution to name, image, likeness issue By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 7 Feb 2020 21:16:20 -0500 The White House says in a statement that it wants to make sure "NCAA student athletes are treated fairly without harming the integrity of college sports." Full Article
j New USC baseball coach Jason Gill hopes to return Trojans to glory days By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 13 Feb 2020 21:04:41 -0500 New USC baseball coach Jason Gill is set to takeover a Trojan program that has not seen postseason play since 201`5. Full Article
j USC football schedules 2021 season opener against San Jose State By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 20 Feb 2020 19:32:43 -0500 USC football has replaced previously scheduled UC Davis game with San Jose State to keep the Trojans' streak of having never scheduled an FCS opponent. Full Article
j USC's Michael Pittman Jr. on NFL combine: 'This is just like a little starting place' By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 25 Feb 2020 12:41:32 -0500 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. Full Article
j Jonah Mathews and Daniel Utomi lead USC past Arizona State By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 1 Mar 2020 01:25:55 -0500 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. Full Article
j USC's Jonah Mathews enjoyed his one shining moment in March, but he wanted more By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 19 Mar 2020 19:36:33 -0400 When USC guard Jonah Mathews beat UCLA with a last-second shot, he hoped it would be the start of a magical March run. Instead, it was the final game of his career. Full Article
j USC basketball adds graduate transfer Tahj Eaddy By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 25 Mar 2020 17:57:41 -0400 USC's basketball team will welcome graduate transfer Tahj Eaddy from Santa Clara for the upcoming season. Full Article
j USC basketball adds transfer in former Long Beach State standout Joshua Morgan By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 10 Apr 2020 19:08:42 -0400 Long Beach State center Joshua Morgan will become the fourth basketball player to transfer to USC since the end of the season. Full Article
j Narbonne safety Anthony Beavers Jr. commits to USC By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 15 Apr 2020 19:25:04 -0400 USC's football staff continued its run of recruiting success with the commitment from safety Anthony Beavers Jr., a four-star prospect from Narbonne High. Full Article
j USC quarterback JT Daniels to enter transfer portal By www.latimes.com Published On :: Thu, 16 Apr 2020 16:29:11 -0400 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. Full Article
j USC lands another big commitment in St. John Bosco's Maximus Gibbs By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 17 Apr 2020 21:35:27 -0400 USC received a commitment Friday from St. John Bosco offensive lineman Maximus Gibbs as the Trojans continued a momentous run on the recruiting trail. Full Article
j USC's Austin Jackson awaits that dream call on NFL draft day By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 19 Apr 2020 16:26:24 -0400 USC offensive tackle Austin Jackson has long envisioned being drafted by the NFL. Even during the coronavirus epidemic, he's ready to hear his name called. Full Article
j USC's Michael Pittman Jr. is chosen by Indianapolis in second round of NFL draft By www.latimes.com Published On :: Fri, 24 Apr 2020 20:06:48 -0400 USC wide receiver Michael Pittman Jr. was selected by the Indianapolis Colts with the second pick of the second round in the NFL draft. Full Article
j USC guard Elijah Weaver enters transfer portal, says goodbye to Trojans By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 28 Apr 2020 21:18:27 -0400 USC sophomore guard Elijah Weaver entered the NCAA's transfer portal on Tuesday, saying goodbye to the Trojans in an Instagram post. Full Article
j Op-Ed: A chimpanzee's journey helps my son cope with the coronavirus lockdown in Paris By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 11 Apr 2020 06:10:18 -0400 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. Full Article
j Comparing coronavirus protestors to Rosa Parks? Just stop it By www.latimes.com Published On :: Mon, 20 Apr 2020 14:56:10 -0400 Why are Trump and his advisors praising people for protesting against policies the administration has endorsed? Full Article
j Op-Ed: John Cho: Coronavirus reminds Asian Americans like me that our belonging is conditional By www.latimes.com Published On :: Wed, 22 Apr 2020 06:00:15 -0400 I've learned that a moment always comes along to remind you that your race defines you above all else. Full Article
j Column: Feeling sad? Lethargic? Fearful? Happiness is just a bike ride away By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 26 Apr 2020 06:00:11 -0400 Stuck in coronavirus lockdown, all I wanted to do was sleep in and eat toast. And then I rediscovered my bike. Full Article
j Joe Maddon is optimistic young Angels starting pitchers can increase roles By www.latimes.com Published On :: Tue, 11 Feb 2020 20:07:05 -0500 The Angels failed to land a standout starter, or even Ross Stripling, during the offseason, but manager Joe Maddon expressed confidence in second-year starters. Full Article
j Shohei Ohtani enjoying his newfound freedom behind the wheel By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sat, 15 Feb 2020 18:41:57 -0500 Angels star Shohei Ohtani picked up a new skill in the offseason, obtaining his California driver's license in November. Full Article
j Julio Teheran begins anew in fresh start with the Angels By www.latimes.com Published On :: Sun, 16 Feb 2020 22:38:20 -0500 Julio Teheran parted ways with the Braves, who had helped develop him since he was 16 in Colombia. The 29-year-old starts over with the Angels this spring. Full Article