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Thursday, April 16, 2026
This Day In Lakers History: Magic Johnson Leads L.A. To 11th Straight Win As They Prepare For Championship Run

The 1987 Los Angeles Lakers had one goal and one goal only: to return to the NBA Finals and win the fourth championship...

Hitter Shohei Ohtani gets night off, pitcher Shohei Ohtani leads Dodgers to win

Shohei Ohtani get a night off from hitting, then pitches six strong innings as Dodgers beat the Mets.

Why Kyle Kirkwood is primed for another Grand Prix of Long Beach win

Kyle Kirkwood looks to defend his Grand Prix of Long Beach crown with another win that would increase his championship lead over Alex Palou.

Wednesday, April 15, 2026
High school baseball and softball: Wednesday's scores

Check out Wednesday's high school baseball and softball scores.

Former big makes Lakers look foolish for years-old call with shocking Play-In showing

The Los Angeles Lakers chose to sign Dwight Howard over bringing this big man back, and the former player is still making a postseason impact.

Prep baseball roundup: Big VIII League receives big-time performances

Norco, Corona and Corona Santiago let their hitters take charge in victories

Deandre Ayton excited to make his Lakers playoff debut: ‘I want to do backflips’

Let’s rewind the clock back to last summer. Deandre Ayton showed up to his Lakers introductory press conference, ecstatic to join the franchise. He spoke about how excited he was to play with Luka...

Kevin Durant reveals his thoughts about another postseason matchup against LeBron James

Kevin Durant will be playing against LeBron James in the Playoffs yet again, reigniting one of the NBA's best modern rivalries.

USOPC 'quite confident' of LA28 direction amid ticket sales uproar

U.S. Olympic and Paralympic officials praised LA28 amid frustration over ticket sales and chairman Casey Wasserman's appearance in the Epstein files.

Botched play costs Angels in loss to Yankees

Winning runs score for the Yankees moments after the Angels botched an infield popup in a costly misplay.

JJ Redick says he has ‘trust’ in Bronny James, as Lakers prepare for playoffs

It may not be the biggest story of this Lakers season, but one of the highlights has been Bronny James’ development. He played in 42 games for LA and his best basketball came during the final...

Why Shohei Ohtani isn't the DH for the Dodgers on Wednesday against the Mets

Shohei Ohtani was the Dodgers’ starting pitcher Wednesday against the Mets, but he was not in the lineup as a hitter.

NBA quietly gifted LeBron James the edge Lakers need to stun the Rockets

The aging Los Angeles Lakers star will get plenty of rest in between games.

Deandre Ayton knows the Lakers need him to be his best in the playoffs

Early in his career, the 7-foot center helped the Phoenix Suns reach the NBA Finals as a double-double machine. The Lakers need that again.

Bronny James is finally on the verge of making defining Lakers statement

Los Angeles Lakers guard Bronny James could be in JJ Redick's playoff rotation.

Luka Doncic gifts Mavericks another massive assist without even trying

Los Angeles Lakers star Luka Doncic might've inadvertently helped the Mavericks with his eligibility appeal.

Brock Stewart Begins Rehab Assignment, Dazzles in First Outing

Los Angeles Dodgers right-handed relief pitcher Brock Stewart began his Single-A rehab assignment Tuesday after undergoing surgery last year. Stewart suffered a shoulder injury after just four...

Marcus Smart calls Game 1 ‘tremendously important’ for Lakers

While a seven-game series is all about the first to four, not the first to one, there is added pressure on the Lakers to come out victorious in Game 1. Not only are they trying to protect home...

UCLA Star, WNBA Rookie Signs Shoe Deal With Reebok

After winning a national championship run with UCLA and being a top-five draft pick in the 2026 WNBA daft, Washington Mystics rookie Lauren Betts has signed with Reebok. “We would like to welcome...

Luka Doncic just got ultimate playoff fuel Lakers hope they can tap into

There was no mention of Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic in a recent poll.

Rui Hachimura Gives Key To Lakers’ Success During 2025-26 Season

Rui Hachimura has been a vital part to the Los Angeles Lakers’ success, filling in as a reliable scorer either as a starter or off the bench. Hachimura started the 2025-26 season as a starter, but...

Mike Trout, Angels Continue Offensive Explosion in New York

Tuesday night was another home run fest during the second game of the Los Angeles Angels’ road series against the New York Yankees. In the series opener on Monday, three-time American League Most...

Angels’ Jorge Soler Gets Decision on Suspension Appeal After Brawl

MLB adjusted Los Angeles Angels slugger Jorge Soler's punishment following his appeal after he received a seven-game suspension. The post Angels’ Jorge Soler Gets Decision on Suspension Appeal...

Lakers could capitalize on Bucks' blow-up with perfect buy-low target

The name of Myles Turner is well-known in Los Angeles.

Lakers vs. Rockets schedule: Dates, times, TV channels, scores for 2026 NBA Playoffs first-round series

Here's everything you need to know about LA vs. Houston, including TV channel and streaming options for the NBA Playoffs series.

Lakers predicted to build around Luka Doncic, trade $53.8 million 23.3 PPG breakout star

An NBA analyst has a hunch the Los Angeles Lakers will move on from a valuable backcourt contributor this summer.

Luka Doncic Extends NBA Scoring Streak For International Players

Los Angeles Lakers superstar Luka Doncic has won the NBA’s scoring title in his first full season donning the purple and gold. He averaged 33.5 points per game in 64 games of action, putting him...

JJ Redick says rebounding, turnovers are two biggest keys for Rockets playoff series

Now that the Lakers are set to play the Rockets in the playoffs, LA can focus on just one opponent and game plan for them. The good news for the Lakers is that they won the regular-season series...

Lakers' best chance at Luka Doncic return rests in unlikely hands of one player

If the Los Angeles Lakers want to survive in the playoffs long enough to see a Luka Doncic return, they need Rui Hachimura to step up.

Lakers predicted to upgrade from Deandre Ayton, sign $200 million All-Star center if current team doesn't extend him after breakout season

This would finally give the Lakers the center they've wanted.

JJ Redick Explains Why Lakers Signed Nick Smith Jr. Over Drew Timme

Just before the end of the 2025-26 season, the Los Angeles Lakers waived Kobe Bufkin and signed Nick Smith Jr. to a standard, two-year NBA deal. Smith was playing on a two-way contract and in...

LeBron James Says Clippers Have Advantage in Play-In Game Against Warriors

The Los Angeles Clippers have a big game against the Golden State Warriors on Wednesday night. The No. 9 seed Clippers are hosting the No. 10 seed Warriors in a must-win NBA Play-In game at the...

It may already be too late for Lakers to gift Luka Doncic a legendary floor-spacer

Reuniting the Los Angeles Lakers superstar with Klay Thompson may be a long shot.

Rui Hachimura Set Lakers Franchise Record During 2025-26 Season

Rui Hachimura has made excellent strides as an overall player since the Los Angeles Lakers traded for him back in 2023. Even though he was a former lottery pick Hachimura felt like a player who...

How the Dodgers Are Celebrating Jackie Robinson Day 2026

The Los Angeles Dodgers, along with all of MLB, will be celebrating Jackie Robinson Day on Wednesday. This year marks the 79th anniversary of Robinson’s historic debut with the Brooklyn Dodgers in...

Nobody believes in the Los Angeles Lakers

The Lakers are going into the playoffs with few expectations. Injuries to Luka Dončić and Austin Reaves leave them in an unenviable position. While they secured the No. 4 seed, they’ll limp into...

Rockets’ Ime Udoka Not Taking Lakers Lightly Despite Injuries

The Los Angeles Lakers and Houston Rockets are gearing up for their first round playoff matchup that begins this Saturday evening. Both teams have five full days off after avoiding the Play-In...

Lakers big man's career might be over after these playoffs

Los Angeles Lakers big man Maxi Kleber may be out of the NBA after this year's playoffs.

After LA28's first Olympics ticket drop, what's next and where are those $28 tickets?

The Times asked readers for their burning questions regarding the Olympics, and it’s the ticketing process that’s bringing the most heat.

Lakers News: LeBron James Happy To Not Be In Play-In Tournament

Since the creation of the NBA Play-In Tournament during the 2021 season, LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers have found themselves having to take part three times. The results have been good...

USC MBB Bolsters Backcourt With Georgetown Transfer

USC men’s basketball is bolstering its backcourt for next season with the addition of transfer KJ Lewis. Lewis was a full-time starting guard for Georgetown last season and will be a strong...

JJ Redick Gives 2 Keys To Lakers’ Series With Rockets

The Los Angeles Lakers have a tall task ahead of them, literally and figuratively, as they get set to match up with the Houston Rockets in the first round of the playoffs. Houston is a big,...

Lakers big man could see career freefall into obscurity after these playoffs

If Los Angeles Lakers big man Deandre Ayton doesn't show out in the playoffs, his career could spiral.

Lakers predicted to sign $109M Finals champion, All-Star amid LeBron James succession plans

The Lakers have a perfect candidate to replace LeBron James this offseason.

Prep talk: Oakwood, known for children of actors and actresses, is 14-0 in baseball

Oakwood School's baseball team is earning respect with its unbeaten start this season.

ESPN analyst reveals LeBron James' future plans after this season, makes Michael Jordan comparison

There is some real possibility that James might be going one more year after this season.

L.A.’s Blue Era: How popular are the Dodgers? Even the Lakers look up at them. Way up

In a Loyola Marymount survey asking Los Angeles County residents to identify their favorite among the 12 pro sports teams within the local market, nearly half picked the Dodgers.

Schedule for Lakers vs. Rockets first round playoff series

For the second year running, the Lakers will enter the playoffs with home court advantage. Unfortunately, the odds of this series playing out better than the last remain low. The Rockets await the...

Tuesday, April 14, 2026
Mark Williams’ Play-In dud eases sting of Lakers’ failed trade even further

The Los Angeles Lakers should feel even better about the rescinded trade debacle of 2025.

NBA Playoff Schedule & TV Info: Lakers’ First Round Series With Rockets

Despite dealing with numerous injuries, the Los Angeles Lakers had a successful regular season in which they finished 53-29 and secured the No. 4 seed in the Western Conference going into the NBA...

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