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The USC Trojans fell short in an intense battle against their archrivals, the UCLA Bruins, losing 82-76 in front of a spirited home crowd. Despite a valiant effort, the Trojans couldn't overcome a lack of production from key players and the physicality of their opponent. "It's simple. The objective is to win the game," said USC head coach Eric Musselman, whose frustration was palpable in the postgame press conference. "Playing hard doesn't count unless you come out on top." While the Trojans...
In front of a raucous crowd of 11,000 fans inside Pauley Pavilion on the UCLA campus Michigan made a resounding statement, trouncing UCLA 94-75 in a marquee Big Ten matchup. The defeat was not only a blow to UCLA's record but also led to an explosive postgame interview from head coach Mick Cronin, who held nothing back in his critique of his players and coaching staff. Michigan showcased an offensive clinic, shooting with precision and dominating the paint. Led by standout performances from Tre...
The Los Angeles Lakers have found a spark in second-year guard Max Christie from Michigan State, who is rapidly maturing into a reliable two-way player. His growth was on full display in a recent game against the Portland Trail Blazers, where he notched a career-high 28 points. Yet, it's not just his scoring that has caught the attention of fans and teammates alike, it's also his unwavering commitment to defense and a desire to guard the best player on every team. Christie's defensive mindset...
LeBron James added another historic milestone to his illustrious career, surpassing Michael Jordan for the most 30-point games in NBA history during a game last week. With his 563rd game scoring 30 points or more, LeBron continues to solidify his legacy as one of basketball's all-time greats. Reflecting on this achievement, James shared, "It's very humbling, or arguably the greatest player to ever play the game... it's just super dope for me." JJ Redick, the Lakers head coach, weighed in on the...
The Los Angeles Lakers and East West Bank continue to give back to the community. Their annual Turkey giveaway last week was a huge success. Families waited for hours for the giveaway. Families started lining up at 3 a.m. From the looks on the faces of the families, it was all worth the wait. Underserved communities still struggle to provide food for their families. Each family received a turkey, fresh produce, dessert, and a Lakers tote bag. The Salvation Army Los Angeles Red Shield Community...
When the season started the Los Angeles Clippers made it clear to that they wanted to be one of the best defensive teams in the league. Even though they are without their superstar Kawhi Leonard, the Clippers are one of top 5 defenses in the NBA. It's a testament to their identity and hard work. Head coach Ty Lue shared with the Culver City Observer that when Derrick Jones Jr and Kris Dunn first came to the team they made it known their goal was to make the All-Defensive team. Lue jokingly...
A few games ago Anthony Davis, LeBron James, and head coach JJ Redick addressed their frustrations with Dalton Knecht. They expect him to shoot every time he's open. Knecht heard their cry and started playing out of his mind last Tuesday night against the Jazz. Shooting lights out with confidence and had a career night with 37 points. He shot 9-12 from the three-point line and tied the NBA rookie record. JJ Redick manifested this historic night. A few days ago, Redick shared with reporters that...
The 'System," James Harden is still making history. Last Sunday night against the Utah Jazz, where the team wore their Clippers City Edition Jerseys, Harden surpassed the legend Ray Allen for second All-time in three-pointers made. He sits behind the greatest shooter of all time, Steph Curry of the Warriors. Harden said it was an unbelievable accomplishment, and it's a testament to the amount of work he's been putting in his entire career. "So, I don't ever want to take it for granted. I just...
According to the Lakers head coach JJ Redick, the Los Angeles Lakers have been standing on business when it comes to making sacrifices and taking care of their mental health. They have been making rotation changes, and guys have been staying professional about it and keeping the right energy for the betterment of the team. D'Angelo Russell played an essential role in the recent lineup change when Redick decided the Lakers needed more scoring off the bench. Redick said that Russell utilizes his...
The Los Angeles Lakers have found a spark in second-year guard Max Christie from Michigan State, who is rapidly maturing into a reliable two-way player. His growth was on full display in a recent game against the Portland Trail Blazers, where he notched a career-high 28 points. Yet, it's not just his scoring that has caught the attention of fans and teammates alike, it's also his unwavering commitment to defense and a desire to guard the best player on every team. Christie's defensive mindset...
