Letters: Paying tribute to the life and career of Jerry West
When considering the combined history of collegiate, Olympic and professional basketball, the facts are undeniable: Jerry West is the most impactful individual of all time!…
Showtime Lakers remember Jerry West, who assembled the elite team
For Kurt Rambis, it all started in the most unthinkable way. The first time he spoke with Jerry West, the NBA legend tried recruiting Rambis…
NBA Finals: Mavericks roll to blowout win over Celtics in Game 4
MINNEAPOLIS — Luka Doncic scored 25 of his 29 points in the first half, Kyrie Irving added 21 points and the Dallas Mavericks emphatically extended their…
The Sports Report: JJ Redick to get his shot to win over the Lakers
Howdy, I’m your host, Iliana Limón Romero, filling in for Houston Mitchell, who is probably very excited he missed Thursday night’s Dodgers loss. Let’s get…
Lakers NBA draft needs: Bronny James isn’t only one who can help
USC guard Bronny James stands for the national anthem before a game against Long Beach State on Dec. 10. (Jason Armond / Los Angeles Times)…
Dan Hurley says ‘there probably is a number’ Lakers could have offered
The Lakers offered Connecticut coach Dan Hurley a large sum — $70 million over six years — to become their head coach. He turned them…
JJ Redick set to interview this weekend for Lakers coaching job
The Lakers are set to formally interview JJ Redick for their head coaching position this weekend, according to people with knowledge of the plans but…
The Sports Report: Farewell, Jerry West
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Lakers legend Jerry West’s legacy sadly includes estrangement
The sadness was compounded by the strangeness. The announcement of the death of the greatest Laker was made by the Clippers. “Jerry West, the personification…
‘Eye for talent unmatched’: Magic shares memories of Jerry West
When Magic Johnson heard the news that friend Jerry West had died early Wednesday morning, he began to reminisce about their first lunch together at…
How Jerry West became the NBA logo and why he wasn’t happy about it
David Stern went to his grave without admitting that Jerry West was the inspiration for the NBA logo. West died Wednesday at 86 knowing with…
Jerry West dead: Lakers legend was architect of ‘Showtime’ era
Jerry West, the legendary Lakers player and later coach and general manager who took the team to stunning heights season after season but could never…
The Sports Report: Dodgers surge past the Rangers
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
What’s next for the Lakers now that Dan Hurley rejected them?
Whew, let’s take a deep breath. As the Lakers regroup after their open courting of — and rejection by — Dan Hurley, there are almost…
The Sports Report: Another embarrassing turn of events for the Lakers
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…
Boston NBA title threat sparks pettiness in Lakers, Celtics fans
Driven by deep-seated disdain, Darrian Woods — the self-proclaimed pettiest Lakers fan, as his X.com handle suggests — can’t bear the thought of another Boston…
Former Lakers coach Darvin Ham joining Milwaukee Bucks staff
Former Lakers coach Darvin Ham, who had considered taking the upcoming season off, will become an assistant to former Clippers coach Doc Rivers in Milwaukee.…
Dan Hurley turns down Lakers coaching offer, will stay at Connecticut
The Lakers’ coaching search, which took a major turn last week, marches on, the team forced to keep looking for its next head coach after…
Prep Rally: Seth Hernandez, Kaniya Bragg are players of the year in baseball, softball
Hi, and welcome to another edition of Prep Rally. My name is Eric Sondheimer. It’s time to honor the best in high school baseball and…
The Sports Report: Dodgers lose Sunday, but have good series against the Yankees
Howdy, I’m your host, Houston Mitchell. Let’s get right to the news. Newsletter Go beyond the scoreboard Get the latest on L.A.'s teams in the…