L.A. Times - Sports

The 5-foot-10, 140-pound might not have a blazing fastball, but his windup and jersey No. 32 are reminiscent of the legendary Dodger pitcher.

The Chargers could use help at defensive end, but general manager Joe Hortiz says finding the best player available is his 2026 NFL draft priority.

New UCLA coach Bob Chesney identified offensive and defensive players who have impressed so far during the Bruins' spring football workouts.

Rams coach Sean McVay is excited about possibly adding a "really good player" with the No. 13 pick of the 2026 NFL draft, but the team is keeping its options open.

Bill Plaschke writes LeBron James, Marcus Smart and Luke Kennard will lead the Lakers to a surprising first-round playoff series win over the Rockets.

The Kings are halfway to another early playoffs exit after an overtime loss to Colorado puts them down 2-0 in the best-of-seven series.

LeBron James, Luke Kennard and Marcus Smart combined for 76 points, 16 rebounds and 16 assists to lead the Lakers to a 2-0 series lead.

In a loss to the Giants, the Dodgers scored their only run by bunching four walks in one hitless inning.

Dodgers manager Dave Roberts says Tanner Scott will probably be the closer in the absence of Edwin Díaz.

The Rams expect Puka Nacua to participate in offseason workouts, are negotiating with Matthew Stafford on an extension and are open to Jimmy Garoppolo returning.

Councilmember Imelda Padilla says her office continues to coordinate a response to the fire set in January.