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Clippers couldn't match the Lakers' emotional energy in loss

On Sunday, the Lakers played like a team that desperately needed to win, and the Clippers couldn't keep up with them.




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Clippers' Marcus Morris takes the blame after missing all of his shots against Lakers

Marcus Morris has struggled with his shooting since joining the Clippers, and after a tough outing against the Lakers, he's blaming no one but himself.




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Clippers give Warriors a beatdown in quieter than normal setting

The Clippers rout the Golden State Warriors 131-107 in front of a light crowd possibly due to the coronavirus outbreak.




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Joakim Noah continues to prepare for duty with Clippers

It has been a year since Joakim Noah appeared in an NBA game, but Clippers coach Doc Rivers says the veteran "doesn't need minutes" as he gets into game shape.




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Analysis: With Clippers' momentum derailed, can team still be a contender?

The Clippers spent two years building a contender around Kawhi Leonard and Paul George. Can they still compete for a title if the NBA season resumes?




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Clippers rookie Terance Mann undergoes surgery to repair a ligament in his right hand

Clippers rookie Terance Mann underwent surgery Tuesday to repair a ligament in his right hand. There is no timetable for a potential return to playing.




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Clippers buy Forum for $400 million, clearing way for new arena construction

Clippers owner Steve Ballmer on Tuesday reached an agreement to purchase the Forum from Madison Square Garden Co. for $400 million in cash.




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Clippers owner Steve Ballmer helps donate $25 million to fight the coronavirus

A philanthropic group founded by Clippers owner Steve Ballmer and his wife says it has pledged more than $25 million toward the coronavirus outbreak.




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Can Kawhi Leonard pick up his historic Clippers season where he left off?

Kawhi Leonard was having one of the best statistical seasons in Clippers history, a feat done only 15 times by five players, before the season stopped.




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Markazi: Clippers' Patrick Patterson connects with fans through movie nights

Clippers forward Patrick Patterson, who is working toward becoming a film producer, is spending part of the shutdown hosting online movie nights.




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NBA 2K players tournament to feature Kevin Durant, two Clippers

Sixteen NBA players, including Kevin Durant, Patrick Beverley and Montrezl Harrell, will take part in an ESPN-televised NBA 2K tournament that begins Friday.




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Clippers' Patrick Beverley favorite to win NBA 2K Players Tournament

One round into the 16-team, ESPN-televised tournament, 14th-seeded Clippers guard Patrick Beverley is the betting favorite to win.




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Doc Rivers says Clippers goals haven't changed despite COVID-19

Clippers coach Doc Rivers checks in daily with players and reminds them of their championship goal and not to use hiatus as a reason they can't win.




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Clippers could be a picture of health if NBA season resumes

From stars Kawhi Leonard and Paul George to reserves Reggie Jackson and newcomer Joakim Noah, health is expected to be a strength for the Clippers.




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Clippers' Patrick Beverley is himself again in 'NBA2K' tournament quarterfinal win

Clippers teammates Patrick Beverley and Montrezl Harrell stay alive in the "NBA2K" charity tournament.




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Clippers executive Mark Hughes to interview for Bulls' GM job

Mark Hughes, a Clippers assistant general manager who joined the team in 2017, will interview for the Chicago Bulls' general manager job, sources say.




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Mark Hughes, a finalist for Bulls GM job, plays key role for Clippers

Since arriving in 2017, assistant GM Mark Hughes has risen in the Clippers' ranks, filling many roles suited to his personality and skills.




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Clippers, L.A. artist Mister Cartoon release limited-edition gear for coronavirus relief

The Clippers and L.A. artist Mister Cartoon release a collection of two T-shirts and a hooded sweatshirt to benefit local coronavirus relief efforts.




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Clippers' window to win NBA title is smaller than you might think

The Clippers became NBA championship contenders with Kawhi Leonard and Paul George, but after this season, if there is one, some key players could leave.




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Clippers coach Doc Rivers speaks to Rams players about leadership and winning

Clippers coach Doc Rivers spent time Thursday speaking to Rams players and answering questions about winning through teamwork.




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Markazi: Kobe Bryant's love for his family eclipsed any potential Lakers front-office role

Kobe Bryant was never really interested in pursuing a Lakers front-office role because he wanted to be involved in the lives of his wife and daughters.




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Markazi: Clippers, not the Celtics, have become Lakers' most-hated rival

The Clippers have surpassed the Celtics in terms of being the Lakers' biggest and most-hated rival in the eyes of some fans. The teams play again on Sunday.




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Playoff preview? Clippers vs. Lakers offers possible look at postseason

The first Lakers-Clippers matchup, in October, was a spectacle. The second, on Christmas, was a thriller. On Sunday, it's likely a playoff preview.




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LeBron James defies his age once again in Lakers' victory over Clippers

LeBron James put on a show, winning matchups and scoring points with relative ease as the Lakers beat the Clippers for the first time this season.




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Plaschke: After being pushed around by Clippers, Lakers prove they can beat their rivals

LeBron James and the Lakers proved on Sunday that the team is capable of beating their crosstown rivals in the playoffs this season.




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LeBron James' performances against Bucks and Clippers earn him 'MVP' accolades

In victories over the Bucks and Clippers — two of the NBA's finest teams — LeBron James showed how much of a difference-maker he is for the Lakers.




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Avery Bradley's diligence reaps rewards for Lakers in win over Clippers

Avery Bradley scored a season-high 24 points in the Lakers' win over the Clippers. He credits being 'in the gym every night' for his improved game.




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Commentary: NBA title hopes hang in limbo for Lakers and Clippers

The Lakers and Clippers forfeited their draft futures for a chance to chase the NBA title this season. Have their hopes been derailed by the coronavirus?




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Lakers clear quarantine; no players have coronavirus symptoms

Having finished home quarantine, the Lakers announced no players have coronavirus symptoms.




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LeBron James proud of Lakers' season, but he would like closure

Lakers star LeBron James tells reporters Wednesday that he's "proud of what we were able to accomplish to this point." He hopes to resume title chase if it's safe.




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In these trying times, my sourdough starter is a mundane miracle

I'm choosing to be hopeful in these dark days. And I'm starting with something simple: a sourdough starter.




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Kobe Bryant's death hits close to home for USC basketball players

For Ethan Anderson and others who'd grown up in the long shadow Kobe Bryant cast, it seemed Bryant would always be there, his presence looming forever over Los Angeles.




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Craig Naivar joins Clay Helton's staff as USC's new safeties coach

Craig Naivar is named safeties coach at USC, where he will rejoin defensive coordinator Todd Orlando, with whom he worked at Texas and Houston.




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USC's plans to land a quarterback for 2020 class didn't work out

USC had a commitment from Bryce Young, the top-ranked quarterback, in the 2020 recruiting class. When Young flipped to Alabama, the Trojans' backup plan crumbled.




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USC gets no new commitments to close out a middling 2020 class

USC's final chance to salvage the 2020 recruiting class came with no surprises as the day showed off the state of the program.




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UCLA and USC continue to be underrated in betting markets

USC and UCLA play Arizona and Arizona State this week on the eve of the Pac-12 tournament. All have performed well against the spread lately.




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Can new defensive staff put a charge into Clay Helton and USC football?

USC opens spring football practice Wednesday, stocked with a new cast of assistants on defense. The big question is can the new faces help produce better results for coach Clay Helton.




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Clay Helton focused on keeping USC players safe amid concerns about the coronavirus

USC football coach Clay Helton isn't concerned about losing spring practice time. His focus now is on keeping his players healthy.




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USC gets commitment for 2021 class from Playa del Rey St. Bernard guard Reese Dixon-Waters

Reese Dixon-Waters, one of the nation's top guard prospects, commits to USC. Dixon-Waters, who will be a senior next season, plays at Playa del Rey St. Bernard.




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USC standout Onyeka Okongwu declares for the NBA draft

Onyeka Okongwu, a former Chino Hills player and an All-Pac-12 first-team forward for USC, announced his intention to enter the NBA draft after one season in college.




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Clay Helton says USC would need four weeks to ramp up before fall camp

The COVID-19 pandemic has scrambled plans for college football. USC coach Clay Helton said the Trojans would need about four weeks of preparation before the start of fall camp.




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The Check-In: USC's McClain brothers find some good during coronavirus shutdown

Abdul-Malik and Munir McClain, who play football at USC, are living a new normal during the pandemic. It's virtual classrooms and virtual lessons from coaches.




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Mike Bohn, Clay Helton and Andy Enfield giving USC back combined $1 million in salary

USC athletic director Mike Bohn and coaches Clay Helton and Andy Enfield are giving back a combined $1 million in salary to help the school during the coronavirus pandemic.




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Column: Trump hasn't got the chops to acquire the authority he claims. Thank God

Other presidents have expanded their executive power during national crises. Trump is trying, but he's so bad at the job, he won't succeed.




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This year's Earth Day will be as angry — and clever — as the one that started it 50 years ago

Like everything else, street protest during a pandemic has to take other forms.




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Op-Ed: Yes, businesses have been hurt by coronavirus closures, but they won't get relief from the courts

The Supreme Court has made clear repeatedly that governments can regulate businesses to protect the public interest.




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Angels option Jaime Barria, offering a clue to their rotation plans

With the Angels optioning Jaime Barria to triple A, there's a four-way competition for the final two spots in the rotation.




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Don't Worry, Even Fashion Guru Tim Gunn Is Living In His Comfy Clothes

"Why should we be self-isolating in clothes that constrain us and constrict us?" Gunn asks. His new fashion competition series, Making the Cut, is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video.




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Troubled Teen Finds New Direction In Clear-Eyed 'Bull'

A 14-year-old girl finds herself drawn to bull riding in this "humble and low-key to a fault" debut feature.




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U.S. economy, in clear sign of recession, shrinks 4.8% in first quarter due to coronavirus

The dramatic fall came before reported coronavirus cases began to surge in March, economists note, so it's only the tip of the iceberg.