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Bullpen comes to the rescue as Dodgers open trip with win over Nationals

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The bullpen relieved a struggling James Paxton and put up all zeroes as the Dodgers defeated the Washington Nationals.

04

Kawhi Leonard returns but Clippers drop Game 2 to the Mavericks

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Luka Doncic scores 32 points to help Dallas even best-of-seven series while Kawhi Leonard struggles in return and misses all five three-point attempt.

01

NBA disagrees with LeBron James and Lakers, supports calls made late in Game 2 loss

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The Lakers complained about foul calls during the team's loss to the Nuggets, but the NBA two-minute report endorsed the calls made late in the contest.

Tuesday, Apr 23

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Comic Elayne Boosler can't talk her way out of handbag at Dodger Stadium. She was handcuffed

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Comic Elayne Boosler says she was arrested at Dodger Stadium after arguing with an employee who wouldn't let her in with a purse that violated the stadium's clear-bag policy.

18

Lakers takeaways: What more can LeBron James do? Was the officiating off?

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Six takeaways from a Game 2 loss to the Nuggets in which the Lakers led by 20 points early in the third quarter. Game 3 is Thursday night at Crypto.com Arena.

17

Kings' penalty kill, a strength all year, becomes weakness in deflating loss to Oilers

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In Game 1 on Monday, the Kings' penalty kill produced only self-inflicted wounds, allowing the Oilers to score three times in a 7-4 Edmonton win.

16

Monday's high school baseball and softball scores

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High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for April 22.

15

Walker Buehler's long-awaited Dodgers return might require more waiting

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Struggling with consistency, Walker Buehler might need to make at least a couple more minor-league starts before he returns from Tommy John surgery.

14

Dagger! Lakers' epic collapse against Nuggets could send them reeling into summer

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The Lakers' blown lead against the Nuggets in Game 2 raises questions as to whether LeBron James is capable of saving the Lakers this season or ever again.

13

Even if Chargers trade No. 5 pick, Justin Herbert is sure to receive help in deep draft

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Rumors say the Chargers might trade the No. 5 and pass on a chance to draft a top receiver, but L.A.'s good news is the 2024 NFL draft class is deep.

08

Kings look uninspired in blowout loss to Edmonton Oilers in Game 1

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The Kings come out flat and fall behind early on their way to a Game 1 first-round loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

07

Lakers lose to Nuggets in Game 2 heartbreaker on Jamal Murray buzzer-beater

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Jamal Murray hits a midrange jumper before the final buzzer to lift the Denver Nuggets to a stunning, 101-99 comeback victory over the Lakers in Game 2.

02

Stopping Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving at forefront of Clippers' Game 2 strategy

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A stingy defense helped the Clippers defeat the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1, but Tyronn Lue knows they can't underestimate Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.

Monday, Apr 22

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At his age, is Rams' Cooper Kupp old news after two injury-plagued seasons? He says no

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Cooper Kupp was the NFL's finest receiver during the Rams' Super Bowl championship season, but have two seasons with injuries stymied the star?

21

Shohei Ohtani took down 'Godzilla's' homer record. He's 'coming after' Dave Roberts' Dodgers mark

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Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani broke Hideki Matsui's MLB record for home runs by a Japanese-born player. He still trails his manager, Dave Roberts, for the team record.

18

NFL mock draft live: 32 team reporters make their first-round picks

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Reporters who cover their teams on a daily basis predict how the first round of the 2024 NFL draft will unfold in The Times' beat writers' mock draft.

03

The Lakers weren't as good (or as bad) as you thought in Game 1

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After watching video of the Game 1 loss to Denver, coach Darvin Ham said the Lakers missed too many open shots and lacked urgency in transition.

Hernández: Missing Kawhi Leonard almost cost Clippers in Game 1

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The Clippers hang on for a Game 1 victory over Dallas on Sunday, but their title aspirations would be lifted if Kawhi Leonard returns to the court.

02

Scott Dixon holds off Colton Herta to win Grand Prix of Long Beach

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Scott Dixon moves closer to A.J. Foyt on IndyCar's all-time wins list by picking up his 57th career victory Sunday in the Grand Prix of Long Beach.

01

Tyler Glasnow dominates and Shohei Ohtani homers as Dodgers blow out Mets

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Tyler Glasnow strikes out 10 over eight innings and Shohei Ohtani and Andy Pages hit home runs as the Dodgers defeat the Mets 10-0 for a much-needed win.

Sunday, Apr 21

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'Hungry for more': Takeaways from USC football's spring camp

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The Trojans' new-look defense aced its first test with a five-takeaway spring game. Here's what we learned from USC's spring game and 15-day camp.

Without Kawhi Leonard, Clippers handle Mavericks in Game 1

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All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard missed his ninth straight game but the Clippers built a 29-point lead in third quarter to beat Dallas in series opener.

20

Saturday's high school baseball and softball scores

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High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for Saturday, April 20.

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Lakers takeaways: Why Anthony Davis and LeBron James weren't good enough in Game 1

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The Lakers' poor shooting and transition defense were part of the reason the team lost Game 1 of their playoff series against Denver Nuggets Saturday.

14

Plaschke: Lakers just aren't good enough to beat the Denver Nuggets

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Their Game 1 loss to the Denver Nuggets provided a glimpse of reality for the Lakers. They're not as tough. They're not as deep. They're not as skilled.

06

Lakers fade in second half during Game 1 loss to Nuggets

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Too many turnovers, including some that were unforced by Denver, leave the Lakers on their heels late in a loss at Denver on Saturday night.

02

Dodgers drop series to Mets as their nightmarish homestand continues

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Dodgers pitchers struggle and their stars can't deliver at the plate in a 6-4 loss to the New York Mets that sends them to their third straight series loss.

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Miller Moss struggles to stand out against revamped defense in USC spring game

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Nothing goes smoothly for quarterback Miller Moss in USC's spring game, but Lincoln Riley didn't see his offense struggling as much as his defense excelling.

Saturday, Apr 20

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Kawhi Leonard's status still uncertain day before Clippers' playoff opener

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Clippers coach Tyronn Lue says he's cautious yet optimistic All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard will play against the Mavericks on Sunday.

Roman Gabriel, legendary Rams quarterback who shattered team records, dies at 83

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Roman Gabriel, who played 11 of his 16 years in pro football with the Rams, was the first Filipino American to play in the NFL.