Chargers-Vikings prediction: Passing game a big worry for L.A.'s vulnerable defense
<div><p>Breaking down the on-field matchups between the Chargers and Minnesota Vikings ahead of their game on Sunday, and L.A. Times beat writer Jeff Miller's prediction.</p></div>
Sparks stars Jordin Canada, Nneka Ogwumike selected to WNBA All-Defensive team
<div><p>Sparks point guard Jordin Canada, who led the WNBA in steals, with 2.3 per game, and forward Nneka Ogwumike have been selected to the All-Defensive team.</p></div>
U.K. regulator signals approval for Microsoft to buy Activision Blizzard
<div><p>U.K. regulators said Microsoft's restructured deal to acquire 'Call of Duty' maker Activision Blizzard addresses concerns and opens the door to it being cleared.</p></div>
Victim identified in fatal crash in unincorporated Santa Monica Mountains north of Malibu
Victim identified in fatal crash in unincorporated Santa Monica Mountains north of MalibuVictim identified in fatal crash in unincorporated Santa Monica Mountains north of Malibuby: Cameron Kiszla, with reporting by Sam BaderPosted: Feb 27, 2022 / 09:40 PM PST/ Updated: Feb 27, 2022 / 09:40 PM PSTOne person died and five people were injured in a crash north of Malibu on Feb. 26, 2022. (KTLA)The California Highway Patrol has identified an 18-year-old woman from Laguna Hills as the person who was
News Analysis: Who failed, the Rams or Cam Akers? Someone definitely deserves blame
<div><p>Sean McVay seemingly had more difficulty with Cam Akers than any other player in the Rams coach's tenure. Was the situation with the running back handled poorly?</p></div>
Will it be strike three for winless Chargers or Vikings?
<div><p>The Chargers are the first NFL team to be 0-2 despite scoring 50 or more points and having no turnovers. Now they face 0-2 Vikings, who have turned the ball over seven times.</p></div>
Dante Moore's poise under pressure is among five things to watch for UCLA vs. Utah
<div><p>No. 22 UCLA opens Pac-12 conference play against No. 11 Utah in Salt Lake City. Here are five things to look out for Saturday.</p></div>
Meet Eliud Kipchoge's secret weapon for winning the Berlin Marathon: Bottle Claus
<div><p>Eliud Kipchoge will participate in Sunday's Berlin Marathon, but not without his water bottle handler, Claus-Henning Schulke, better known as "Bottle Claus."</p></div>
USC vs. Arizona State four things to watch: Trojans embrace 'villain' mode
<div><p>USC looks to stay undefeated on the season with a win over Arizona State on Saturday night. Previewing the game.</p></div>
Looking back at the five greatest games in the USC-Arizona State football history
<div><p>USC will meet Arizona State for the 40th meeting as members of the Pac-12 for the last time on Saturday. Here are five memorable games of the series.</p></div>
Why don't NFL quarterbacks call the plays? Hall of Famers Tarkenton, Staubach, Kelly did
<div><p>Quarterbacks in the Hall of Fame, such as Fran Tarkenton, Roger Staubach, Archie Manning and Jim Kelly, used to call the plays. Why don't quarterbacks do it anymore?</p></div>
If this is Clayton Kershaw's last run with Dodgers, he's at peace with it
<div><p>When the Dodgers left-hander takes the mound Saturday, it could be the final regular-season start of his career at Dodger Stadium. </p></div>
Opinion: Scientists have become sitting ducks. We need leaders to step up and defend us
<div><p>Americans need science to sustain democracy and progress. The alternative is to follow the path of the Soviet Union: sidelining experts and sacrificing lives.</p></div>
High school football scores: Week 5
<div><p>CIF Southern Section and City Section high school football scores from the Week 5 slate of games.</p></div>
Emmet Sheehan flashes, then fizzles in hitless start as Dodgers beat sloppy Giants
<div><p>Rookie pitcher Emmet Sheehan gave up no hits to the San Francisco Giants for the second time in his career in the Dodgers' 7-2 win on Thursday.</p></div>
Lakers News: Reporter Projects Major Backcourt Training Camp Competition
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Lakers' Jeanie Buss: 'There's an Argument' Anthony Davis Was NBA's Best When Healthy
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Jeanie Buss said she got death threats after Lakers’ poor start last season
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Why Lakers can’t trade for Buddy Hield right now
Buddy Hield may be seeking a trade from the Pacers, but don't expect the Lakers to be in the mix anytime soon.
Lakers 2023 offseason recap: LeBron James, Anthony Davis receive championship-level help
Fresh off their run to the Western Conference Finals, the Lakers are aiming to go on yet another deep postseason run.