Appointment would make Darvin Ham the 15th Black coach now in NBA By Greg Beacham, AP Sports Writer A person with knowledge of the decision says Darvin Ham has accepted an offer to be the next head coach of the Los Angeles Lakers. The person spoke with The Associated Press on May 27 on condition […]
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Mike Tyson Returns to Ring, Draws in Exhibition with Jones
In a photo provided by Triller, Mike Tyson throws a punch during the third round against Roy Jones Jr. in an exhibition boxing bout Saturday, Nov. 28, 2020, in Los Angeles. The bout was unofficially ruled a draw by the WBC judges at ringside. Tyson and Jones fought eight two-minute rounds, and both emerged smiling […]
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Lakers Shake-Up: Magic is in Charge after GM Kupchak Fired
Magic Johnson is leading the Los Angeles Lakers again after a major shake-up of the struggling franchise’s front office. Lakers owner Jeanie Buss fired general manager Mitch Kupchak on Tuesday and put Johnson in charge of basketball operations. Jeanie Buss also removed her brother, Jim, from his job as the Lakers’ executive vice president of […]
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USC’s Shaw Admits to Lying– Is Suspended Indefinitely from Trojans Team
University of Southern California defensive back Josh Shaw. (AP Photo/University of Southern California) (Updated 8/28/2014) LOS ANGELES (AP) —Josh Shaw has been an exemplary teammate and a valuable leader at Southern California, earning his fellow Trojans’ trust and praise after transferring home to help his family two years ago. His teammates and coaches say they […]
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Oprah, Mayweather, Jr, Combs, and other Famous Names Considering Bids on LA Clippers
LOS ANGELES (AP) — If Donald Sterling is compelled to sell the Los Angeles Clippers, the list of potential buyers has more stars than their roster. Oprah Winfrey is contemplating a bid. Sean Combs is a Knicks fan, but he wants in. Floyd Mayweather Jr. wants the whole team. Matt Damon wants a tiny piece. […]
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Clippers’ Sterling has Long History of Trouble
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Donald Sterling has been known to heckle his own team from the center-court seat where he has sat for decades, whether with his now-estranged wife or women young enough to be his granddaughters. Former Los Angeles Clippers say the owner would barge into the locker room to berate players, offer awkward […]
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Kobe Bryant’s Season Likely Over with Torn Tendon
LOS ANGELES (AP) — Kobe Bryant’s 17th NBA season likely ended on an innocent move past a defender toward the hoop. He felt a pop as he pushed off his left foot. The pain made him think somebody kicked him. The Los Angeles Lakers are all but certain Bryant tore his Achilles tendon Friday night […]