Reggie Bush and USC should celebrate the return of his Heisman Trophy, but the NCAA findings that still hinder the Trojans can't be forgotten.

With pass-rushing help needed even before Aaron Donald retired, the Rams will need to address their defensive line in the 2024 NFL draft.

With the fifth pick of the NFL draft in Detroit, the Chargers are in great position to trade down for extra picks and still fill their needs in Round 1.

William Kyle III is the fifth transfer UCLA coach Mick Cronin has landed as he works to revamp the Bruins' roster and offset key departures.

The Times ranks all eight USC Heisman Trophy winners. Where do Reggie Bush, O.J. Simpson and Caleb Williams fall on the list?

If you want to know what has made Shohei Ohtani the hottest hitter in the majors the last three weeks, look no further than his ninth-inning at-bat Tuesday.

High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for April 23.

The Heisman Trust reinstates the trophy to Reggie Bush and USC, three years after the era of forbidding college athletes from receiving compensation ended.

The Clippers dropped Game 2 in what was Kawhi Leonard's first game since March 31, but it's clear his presence is key to L.A.'s title aspirations.

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Youth sports in Southern California owes a big thank you to proceeds from 1984 Olympic Games through LA84 Foundation.

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L.A. Times NFL writer Sam Farmer predicts quarterbacks will be taken 1-2-3 atop the draft Thursday after a surprise trade happens in the third spot.

After dropping off luggage at my hotel, I hit my first stop: Larry's Steaks, a sandwich shop in the Wynnefield neighborhood that makes Bryant's favorite Philly cheesesteak.

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Sean McVay has not had the chance to draft in the first round during his years with the Rams until this year ... "If we do pick in the first round."

The bullpen relieved a struggling James Paxton and put up all zeroes as the Dodgers defeated the Washington Nationals.

Ian Edwards, Tristan Purfoy offer submarine-stye pitching out of the bullpen for Hart

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Luka Doncic scores 32 points to help Dallas even best-of-seven series while Kawhi Leonard struggles in return and misses all five three-point attempt.

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The Lakers complained about foul calls during the team's loss to the Nuggets, but the NBA two-minute report endorsed the calls made late in the contest.

Norco remains No. 1 in the CalHighSports.com's high school softball rankings for The Times

Top UCLA defensive lineman Jay Toia changed course after entering the transfer portal, rejoining the Bruins and shining during spring practice.

Comic Elayne Boosler says she was arrested at Dodger Stadium after arguing with an employee who wouldn't let her in with a purse that violated the stadium's clear bag policy.

Six takeaways from a Game 2 loss to the Nuggets in which the Lakers led by 20 points early in the third quarter. Game 3 is Thursday night at Crypto.com Arena.

In Game 1 on Monday, the Kings' penalty kill produced only self-inflicted wounds, allowing the Oilers to score three times in a 7-4 Edmonton win.

High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for April 22.

Struggling with consistency, Walker Buehler might need to make at least a couple more minor-league starts before he returns from Tommy John surgery.

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Former Galaxy midfielder Eddie Lewis has built a post-career business with TOCA Football, a technology-based training platform growing in popularity.

The Lakers' blown lead against the Nuggets in Game 2 raises questions as to whether LeBron James is capable of saving the Lakers this season or ever again.

Rumors say the Chargers might trade the No. 5 and pass on a chance to draft a top receiver, but L.A.'s good news is the 2024 NFL draft class is deep.

The Kings come out flat and fall behind early on their way to a Game 1 first-round loss to the Edmonton Oilers.

Jamal Murray hits a midrange jumper before the final buzzer to lift the Denver Nuggets to a stunning, 101-99 comeback victory over the Lakers in Game 2.

A stingy defense helped the Clippers defeat the Dallas Mavericks in Game 1, but Tyronn Lue knows they can't underestimate Luka Doncic and Kyrie Irving.

Cooper Kupp was the NFL's finest receiver during the Rams' Super Bowl championship season, but have two seasons with injuries stymied the star?

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Dodgers star Shohei Ohtani broke Hideki Matsui's MLB record for home runs by a Japanese-born player. He still trails his manager, Dave Roberts, for the team record.

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Reporters who cover their teams on a daily basis predict how the first round of the 2024 NFL draft will unfold in The Times' beat writers' mock draft.

The Dodgers cruised to an easy win Sunday, but still went 3-6 on their latest homestand. Was it just one poor week in a long season, or are there deeper issues?

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The Kings and Oilers aren't "Original Six" teams, but they've established a rivalry decades in the making forged by NHL stars and playoff showdowns.

The Army's cover-up of friendly fire in Afghanistan that killed the former football player and natural leader remains a disgrace.

After watching video of the Game 1 loss to Denver, coach Darvin Ham said the Lakers missed too many open shots and lacked urgency in transition.

The Clippers hang on for a Game 1 victory over Dallas on Sunday, but their title aspirations would be lifted if Kawhi Leonard returns to the court.

Tyler Glasnow strikes out 10 over eight innings and Shohei Ohtani and Andy Pages hit home runs as the Dodgers defeat the Mets 10-0 for a much-needed win.

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Scott Dixon moves closer to A.J. Foyt on IndyCar's all-time wins list by picking up his 57th career victory Sunday in the Grand Prix of Long Beach.

The Trojans' new-look defense aced its first test with a five-takeaway spring game. Here's what we learned from USC's spring game and 15-day camp.

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All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard missed his ninth straight game but the Clippers built a 29-point lead in third quarter to beat Dallas in series opener.

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High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for Saturday, April 20.

The Lakers' poor shooting and transition defense were part of the reason the team lost Game 1 of their playoff series against Denver Nuggets on Saturday.

There's a new star in Seth Hernandez of Corona High, who is trying to join the Southland's great pitchers of the past.

Their Game 1 loss to the Denver Nuggets provided a glimpse of reality for the Lakers. They're not as tough. They're not as deep. They're not as skilled.

A look at the Los Angeles Times' top 25 high school baseball teams in the Southland after Week 10 of the 2024 season.

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Granada Hills sprinter Jordan Coleman helped power the Granada Hills boys' 4x100 relay team to another dominant victory at Mt. SAC.

Too many turnovers, including some that were unforced by Denver, leave the Lakers on their heels late in a loss at Denver on Saturday night.

Dodgers pitchers struggle and their stars can't deliver at the plate in a 6-4 loss to the New York Mets that sends them to their third straight series loss.

Tyler Bilodeau, a gifted scorer who flourished last season for Oregon State, announced on social media he was committed to the Bruins.

Nothing goes smoothly for quarterback Miller Moss in USC's spring game, but Lincoln Riley didn't see his offense struggling as much as his defense excelling.

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Clippers coach Tyronn Lue says he's cautious yet optimistic All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard will play against the Mavericks on Sunday.

Update on UCLA football after the team's Friday night practice.

High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for Friday, April 19.

Readers of the Los Angeles Times Sports section share their thoughts and opinions on the Dodgers' broadcasters, as well as Dave Roberts and Arte Moreno.

The Lakers face a big task in a first-round playoff series against the reigning champion Nuggets, starting with LeBron James' health and the offense.

The Dodgers committed more costly errors on defense in a 9-4 loss to the New York Mets that puts them in danger of dropping a third consecutive series.

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Ethan Schiefelbein throws shutout as Corona defeats Corona Centennial 2-0 to take the Big VIII League baseball title.

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The Lakers star who many think is the G.O.A.T. heaps high praise on Nuggets center Nikola Jokic before first-round playoff series.

A woman who accused Trevor Bauer of sexual assault was indicted by a grand jury on two felony charges. What does this mean for Bauer and his MLB future?

Videos show Lakers star LeBron James and his son, Bryce, trading some good-natured trash talk and making some impressive shots in their Brentwood home driveway.

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Miller Moss has patiently waited his turn behind Caleb Williams for two seasons, but Moss seems ready to become the starting quarterback for USC.

Breezy marketing from DraftKings and similar companies is the modern equivalent of the Marlboro Man. But there's more corruption in betting than there was in tobacco.

Injuries and the early-season struggles of two right-handers who were dominant for the Dodgers in 2023 have thinned out a bullpen expected to be solid.

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High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for April 18.

When the Kings and Oilers meet Monday in their playoff opener, it will be the teams' 10th postseason meeting. Edmonton has won seven of the nine previous series.

The Athletics are asking a Nevada court for permission to intervene in a stadium public funding lawsuit in order to protect their interests in Las Vegas.

Adrian Kempe scores six seconds into overtime as the Kings defeat the Chicago Blackhawks 5-4 ahead of a showdown with the Edmonton Oilers in the playoffs.

Clippers star Kawhi Leonard is 'questionable' to play Game 1 against the Dallas Mavericks as he deals with a knee injury that has kept him out eight games.

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Chargers new GM Joe Hortiz says, "The whole, 'It's a fair trade. It's a wash,' I don't think that's a trade that we're interested in."

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The Nuggets have beaten the Lakers eight consecutive times, but LeBron James and Darvin Ham know what they must do to defeat Denver in the playoffs.

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Dodgers fan Renan Zuniga was caught on national TV pulling a switcheroo with a home run ball hit by the Padres' Manny Machado. The ball was important to Zuniga.

Top defensive lineman Jay Toia announced his decision to enter the transfer portal, a significant blow for the UCLA defense.

The attempt to allow Bob Baffert to run a horse in this year's Kentucky Derby was denied in a ruling on Thursday.

High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for April 17.

Prep sports roundup: Eddie Gutierrez hits home run to help Hart stay alive in Foothill League title race with a 2-1 baseball victory over West Ranch.

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Before even playing a WNBA game, Caitlin Clark has become a key figure in the U.S. Olympic roster discussion.

The Clippers are hoping Kawhi Leonard (knee injury) will be in the lineup to open the playoffs against Dallas but coach Ty Lue says: "We don't know yet."

Landon Knack weathers a tough first inning in his MLB debut to pitch five innings for the Dodgers, but the offense goes quiet in a 2-0 loss to the Nationals.

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Mississippi State transfer DeCarlos Nicholson finds himself among a suddenly crowded group of cornerbacks competing for time in the Trojans secondary.

With UCLA halfway through spring football practice, here are five takeaways for the Bruins thus far as they adjust to new coach DeShaun Foster.

High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for April 16.

Granada Hills senior Jordan Coleman is part of an explosive 4x100 relay team and is now hitting his stride in the 100 meters.

Mookie Betts had five hits and the bullpen finished with six scoreless innings to lead the Dodgers past Washington.

D'Angelo Russell sinks key three-pointer, LeBron James almost has another triple-double and Anthony Davis had double-double as Lakers win play-in game.

Santa Margarita defeated Servite to stay tied for first place with Orange Lutheran.

LeBron James is one of the most decorated players in NBA history. But it still bugs the Lakers star that he has never won the league's defensive player of the year award.

Clippers All-Star forward Kawhi Leonard participated in part of the team's practice Tuesday but it's unclear if he'll play Sunday in Game 1 vs. Mavericks.

Travis Kelce will host 'Are You Smarter Than a Celebrity?,' a twist on an old game show that marks the NFL's star's first foray into series television.

Eric Dailey Jr., a 6-8 swing forward who played his freshman season at Oklahoma State, transferred to UCLA and could move right into the starting lineup.

Caitlin Clark is a household name and generational talent. She makes millions in endorsements but will make a base salary of less than $77,000 as a WNBA rookie.

Carl Erskine, one of the last surviving Brooklyn Dodgers and a mainstay of a pitching rotation that carried the team to four World Series, has died at 97.

Andy Pages had a blistering start to the year in triple-A Oklahoma City that saw the 23-year-old bat .371 with five home runs and 15 RBIs in 15 games.

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Manager Whitey Herzog forged a Hall of Fame career guiding the St. Louis Cardinals and Kansas City Royals. He also had a stint in the Angels front office.

After Monday's 3-1 loss to the Minnesota Wild, the Kings' lead over Vegas in the battle for third place in the Pacific Division is down to a point.

High school baseball and softball scores from across the Southland for Monday, April 15.

Sociologist and civil rights activist Harry Edwards is concerned that Jackie Robinson's legacy hasn't made lasting change in baseball or in society.

L.A.'s 2028 Olympics committee suffers a blow in its efforts to raise $2.5 billion in sponsorships by losing Salesforce, one of its top corporate sponsors.

Bayer Leverkusen ended Bayern Munich's long reign as Bundesliga champion, but is its season merely a fluke or a sign of growing parity in European soccer?