Lakers' Dalton Knecht says rescinded trade and return to Los Angeles 'felt like a movie'

Lakers-Hornets trade nixed; Williams fails physical

The trade between the Hornets and Lakers for Mark Williams has been rescinded after the 7-foot center failed Los Angeles' physical exam, sources told ESPN.

ESPN - Feb. 9

‘It felt like a divine calling’: meet the single marriage celebrants refusing to give up on love

What’s it like celebrating love for a living when you’re still looking for ‘the one’? Five Australian wedding celebrants reveal what the job has taught them about modern romance. Get our weekend ...

The Guardian - Feb. 11

Who gets to rebuild? Los Angeles fires expose the weakness of U.S. home insurance.

Americans are being forced to reckon with the ‘new normal’ of climate change. Now what?

MarketWatch - Feb. 8

Typical homebuyers in Los Angeles, San Francisco and San Diego spend up to 78% of income on housing

In many major U.S. cities, the cost of owning a home is twice what financial planners recommend spending.

CNBC - Feb. 9

Los Angeles Chargers 2025 NFL offseason preview: Justin Herbert needs help

While the finish wasn’t great, the Chargers are in a very good spot this offseason with plenty of resources available to run it back.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 12

Evacuation warnings issued for Los Angeles wildfire burn areas amid mudslide threat

Another major storm system threatening the West Coast with rain, mudslides and flooding is triggering new evacuation warnings in areas of California impacted by last month's wildfires. CBS News ...

CBS News - Feb. 13

Los Angeles Dodgers top prospects 2025: Homegrown talent ready to join dynasty in the making

The Dodgers can (and do) buy the free agents they want, but the superteam's farm system shouldn't be forgotten

CBS Sports - 6d

Olivier Giroud robbery: LAFC striker loses 10 luxury watches, jewelry in $500,000 home burglary in Los Angeles

The incident happened earlier this month

CBS Sports - 1d

While Manfred frets, some opposing players cheer the big-spending push of the Los Angeles Dodgers

Baseball Commissioner Rob Manfred has praised the Los Angeles Dodgers for their big-spending ways

ABC News - 6h

Kenley Jansen agrees to a deal with the Angels in a return to Southern California

Angels sign Kenley Jansen, 37-year-old right-hander who is MLB's active leader in saves and appearances, most coming during his 12 years with the Dodgers.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 11

Did the Lakers and Warriors switch roles amid NBA's wild trade deadline?

Circumstances presented the Lakers with an opportunity to play the ultimate long game, with an offer they couldn’t refuse while the Warriors had to make a gamble on Jimmy Butler that in ordinary ...

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 7

Letters to Sports: Mixed reviews from readers on Lakers' blockbuster trade

Readers of the L.A. Times Sports section give their thoughts and opinions on the Luka Doncic/Anthony Davis trade, DodgerFest, the Rams and Cooper Kupp.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 8

Lakers signing C Alex Len after Mark Williams trade collapse

Alex Len was waived by the Washington Wizards earlier this month and was initially going to sign with the Pacers.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 11

Los Angeles Rams 2025 NFL offseason preview: Some big questions (Cooper Kupp, Matthew Stafford?) after a division title

At least one franchise legends is on his way out. What other changes could be in store for L.A.?

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 12

How Likely Are The Bruins To Trade Brad Marchand Before The NHL Trade Deadline?

Brad Marchand's name is out there in trade talks, but would the Boston Bruins really ever trade him?

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 8

Marvel Director Says New Movie The Gorge Is Inspired By These Video Games

Director Scott Derrickson's new movie, The Gorge, is out this week on Apple TV Plus, and it's inspired by some popular video games. Derrickson, who previously directed Doctor Strange and The Black ...

GameSpot - Feb. 12

Reliever Kenley Jansen returns for 16th MLB season as closer lands with Angels, per report

Jansen continues to rack up saves -- and build his Hall of Fame case

CBS Sports - Feb. 11

NFL hearing officer rescinds $25K fine of Texans' Joe Mixon for something he didn't say about refs

Joe Mixon has won a rare successful appeal against the NFL.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

The M.L.B. Stars Most Likely to Be Traded During Spring Training

There are four big names at the top of the leaderboard.

The New York Times - 6d

Peter Navarro: a loyal general returns to wage Trump’s trade wars

China hawk was thwarted in president’s first term but is now putting his vision of US trade protectionism into action

Financial Times - 2d

NBA All-Star Game 2025 draft: Team Shaq reunites LeBron James and Anthony Davis after Lakers trade

TNT's Shaquille O'Neal, Kenny Smith and Charles Barkley selected eight-man teams from the 24-player pool. LeBron James was the No. 1 pick.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 7

NBA trade deadline team grades: Lakers, Cavs, Spurs score high marks for bold moves in action-filled market

Let's try to make sense of a wild NBA trade deadline.

Yahoo Sports - Feb. 7

NBA Power Rankings: Breaking 30 teams into title tiers after wild trade deadline as Lakers, Warriors level upt

A look at the current NBA hierarchy after seismic shakeups rocked the league

CBS Sports - Feb. 8

Two transformative trades, one failed physical, several lingering questions: Inside the Lakers' chaotic week

After successfully building a bridge to the post-LeBron James era, the Lakers rescinded a trade that had landed Luka Doncic's chosen lob partner, and chaos ensued. So what happens now?

ESPN - Feb. 10

Lakers' Luka Doncic reacts to support he's still getting from Mavs fans after trade: 'I really appreciate it'

Mavericks fans have protested the trade that sent Doncic to the Lakers

CBS Sports - Feb. 11

Lakers to sign 7-footer Alex Len after Mark Williams trade falls apart, Christian Wood reportedly waived

Len was waived by the Wizards after a deadline trade and it initially seemed like he would be joining the Pacers

CBS Sports - Feb. 11

Trump Says Palestinians Will Not Be Allowed to Return to Gaza

President Trump, speaking to Fox News, reiterated his plan to rebuild the Gaza Strip and said its population would be resettled in a “permanent place” elsewhere.

The New York Times - Feb. 10

Hegseth Says Return to Ukraine’s Prewar Borders Is ‘Unrealistic’

In his first trip abroad, the new U.S. defense secretary told allies, including NATO officials, that a durable peace could only come “with a realistic assessment of the battlefield.”

The New York Times - Feb. 12

Renault will not rule out Russia return, CEO says

Luca de Meo says buying back a controlling stake in Avtovaz is not a priority, but it is open to potential business opportunities

Financial Times - 6h

Lisa Leslie says Angel Reese is the 2.0 version of her, but 'we're gonna fix that' layup shot

WNBA legend Lisa Leslie offers to help Chicago Sky forward Angel Reese, one of last season's top rookies, in one of the few areas she needs to improve — layups.

Yahoo Sports - 5d