LOS ANGELES — NBA legend and TNT analyst Charles Barkley criticized JJ Redick for comments he made a few weeks ago – and the Lakers coach, apparently, couldn’t care less. During the Thursday broadcast of the “Inside the NBA” studio show, Barkley made it clear he took exception to part of Redick’s response when he was asked about the discourse surrounding the state of the league … [Read more...] about Lakers’ JJ Redick responds to Charles Barkley criticism: ‘don’t care’
Teoscar Hernández, Dodgers thrilled to reunite on 3-year, $66M deal
By BETH HARRIS AP Sports Writer LOS ANGELES — Teoscar Hernández will be in right field for the Dodgers next season when the World Series champions try to defend their title. Hernández was at Dodger Stadium on Friday afternoon after agreeing last week to rejoin the team on a $66 million, three-year contract, with the outfielder and the team sounding thrilled to reunite. “I had … [Read more...] about Teoscar Hernández, Dodgers thrilled to reunite on 3-year, $66M deal
Kings put 8-game home winning streak up against Tampa Bay
As the Kings compiled the NHL’s best home record, there has been a party at Crypto.com Arena almost every time they have hit the ice this season, and on Saturday they’ll welcome the franchise that has celebrated more than any other during this decade. The Tampa Bay Lightning won the Stanley Cup in 2020 and 2021 before reaching the Final in 2022 to nearly become the first team … [Read more...] about Kings put 8-game home winning streak up against Tampa Bay
As losses pile up, Clippers need Kawhi Leonard to return
The Clippers need superstar forward Kawhi Leonard now. Not next week. Not next month but as soon as possible. As the season progresses and injuries take their toll, Leonard’s impending return, which could be as soon as Saturday night when the Clippers play the Atlanta Hawks, is necessary, if the Clippers hope to stay among the top teams in the Western Conference. And given how … [Read more...] about As losses pile up, Clippers need Kawhi Leonard to return
Rams to rest Puka Nacua, Cooper Kupp, Kyren Williams, other offensive starters vs. Seahawks
LOS ANGELES — The Rams offense will look a little different than it usually does in Week 18. Along with quarterback Matthew Stafford, the Rams (10-6) will allow receivers Cooper Kupp and Puka Nacua, running back Kyren Williams and offensive linemen Kevin Dotson and Alaric Jackson to rest in the regular-season finale rather than play against the Seattle Seahawks (9-7), head … [Read more...] about Rams to rest Puka Nacua, Cooper Kupp, Kyren Williams, other offensive starters vs. Seahawks