HOUSTON — JJ Redick has made it clear: he doesn’t just want the Lakers to be a good team; he wants them to be a great team. And not only does he want them to be great, but he believes they can be. But what does it look like for Redick to hold his team to a standard of looking to become great rather than simply trying to be good? In Friday’s home win against the Atlanta Hawks, … [Read more...] about Lakers seek toughness ahead of game with depleted Mavericks
Ducks’ Troy Terry named NHL’s Second Star of the Week
Dreams deferred and deals denied came to define the Ducks during their absence from the postseason, which began in 2019, but a reshaped roster, renewed commitment to its talent and the NHL’s Second Star of the Week have all provided promise of late. Ahead of Tuesday’s confrontation with the team directly above them in the Pacific Division, the Calgary Flames, Troy Terry … [Read more...] about Ducks’ Troy Terry named NHL’s Second Star of the Week
Rams stand ready for challenge as they enter playoffs
The Rams Demarcus Robinson makes an early first quarter reception as Seattle’s Devon Witherspoon defends at SoFi Stadium in Inglewood on Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025. The Los Angeles Rams host the visiting Seattle Seahawks in the final regular seaons game of the National Football League (NFL) season. (Photo by Will Lester, Inland Valley Daily Bulletin/SCNG) Rams defender Cobie Durant … [Read more...] about Rams stand ready for challenge as they enter playoffs
Lakers’ comeback attempt thwarted in loss to Rockets
Lakers forward Rui Hachimura (28) shoots against Houston Rockets guard Jalen Green (4) during the first half of an NBA basketball game in Houston, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Ashley Landis) Lakers forward LeBron James (23) stands on the court during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Houston Rockets in Houston, Sunday, Jan. 5, 2025. (AP Photo/Ashley … [Read more...] about Lakers’ comeback attempt thwarted in loss to Rockets
Vatrano scores twice, leads Ducks past Lightning
ANAHEIM — The Ducks made a commitment to Frank Vatrano on Sunday morning with a three-year contract extension and he rewarded them on Sunday evening, pouring in three points during a 4-1 win over the Tampa Bay Lightning at Honda Center. It was the Ducks’ fourth win in their past five games with all four coming against quality opponents. Tampa Bay remained on track to make the … [Read more...] about Vatrano scores twice, leads Ducks past Lightning