How Kareem really feels about LeBron breaking his NBA scoring record
"LeBron said we don't have a relationship. He's right—and for that I blame myself," Abdul-Jabbar wrote.
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"LeBron said we don't have a relationship. He's right—and for that I blame myself," Abdul-Jabbar wrote.
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James could surpass Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Tuesday night in a home game against the Oklahoma City Thunder to become the NBA's career scoring leader.
Los Angeles Lakers legends Jerry West and Kareem Abdul-Jabbar are none to pleased about their portrayals on the hit HBO series "Winning Time: The Rise of the Lakers Dynasty."
"Winning Time" chronicles the early 1980s Showtime Lakers following the purchase of the franchise by Jerry Buss and the drafting of Magic Johnson.
"Some of the things he's done and said are really beneath him," the NBA legend said ahead of Sunday's Lakers-Nuggets matchup.
To honor the on court legacy and social justice impact left behind by the continuing work of Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, the NBA has unveiled an award to be given out to the player who best exemplifies the work of a social justice champion that Abdul-Jabbar exemplified both during and after his career.
The trophy features a 3D print of Abdul-Jabbar's hands holding up a basketball-globe, meant to symbolize the impact that athletes and activists can make using their platforms worldwide.
James' 20th point of the night vaulted him over Karl Malone, with 36,929 points over the course of his career.
LeBron James is officially the all-time combined points leader in NBA history, passing Kareem Abdul-Jabbar on Saturday evening.
Aaron Rodgers "directly and deliberately lied to fans and the public," Abdul-Jabbar wrote.
Nineteen Lakers and five Clippers earned a spot on the NBA's 75th Anniversary Team, including current players LeBron James and Kawhi Leonard.
NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar continues to encourage the public to get vaccinated amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. The league's all-time leading scorer, who ruled on the court for two decades, is now using his position as a leader in the community to advocate for vaccines
Retired NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar delivered a powerful message to the league suggesting that all unvaccinated players and staff should be removed from their teams.
The shoe, called the Kareem Abdul-Jabbar Forum sneaker, is custom-designed by Factory8384, is priced at $1,000 each, and will be signed by Abdul-Jabbar.
Abdul-Jabbar, a UCLA star who went on to become of the Los Angeles Lakers' greatest players of all time, has devoted much of his life to advocating for equality and social justice, NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said in a statement.
The last time the Dodgers won the World Series was in 1988, the same year that Magic and Kareem also lead the Lakers to a title.
The son of Laker legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar was arrested this week on suspicion of stabbing a 60-year-old neighbor.
NBA legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar has been a social and political activist throughout his career, most recently defending nationwide protests over the killing of George Floyd at the hands of a Minneapolis police officer.
Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar donated 900 pairs of safety goggles to UCLA Health Tuesday to help health care professionals stay protected on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic.
His 1987 NBA title ring went for $398,000. All the money from the auction is going to Abdul-Jabbar's Skyhook Foundation.
"When it comes to choosing between storing a championship ring or trophy in a room, or providing kids with an opportunity to change their lives, the choice is pretty simple. Sell it all," the basketball star wrote.
The Lakers legend will be a staff writer on the reboot which is slated to come out in the summer of 2019.
Lakers legend Kareem Abdul-Jabbar discusses the harassment claims many in Hollywood, Washington and corporate America are facing as more women come forward with their stories.
LeBron James has been the NBA's best player for a decade, so long that his accomplishments seem mundane.
Two Los Angeles sports legends were among 21 American actors, musicians, athletes and others awarded the nation's highest civilian honor Tuesday at the White House.
A 28-year-old Long Beach man was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison on Wednesday for possessing a Molotov cocktail during a downtown Los Angeles anti-immigration enforcement protest last year.
The Chiquita Canyon Landfill has been ordered to cover its dump site with a special material to contain orders after years of health complaints.
After years of alleged disturbances like shouting racial slurs, exposing himself from an upstairs window and hours-long rants, a Reseda man was taken into custody on Tuesday. Despite this, neighbors are cautiously optimistic, still concerned about what could happen if he gets released.
Travis d'Arnaud hit a three-run homer, Walbert Ureña threw six innings of two-hit ball, and the Los Angeles Angels defeated the Chicago White Sox 8-2.
Prosecutors said the man allegedly fed the 14-year-old Adderall so he could work through the night and then abandoned him on the side of an LA County freeway last year.
"Federal agents have taken control of MacArthur Park to execute federal arrest and search warrants targeting the notorious open-air drug market there," U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli said in a statement.
A 28-year-old Long Beach man was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison on Wednesday for possessing a Molotov cocktail during a downtown Los Angeles anti-immigration enforcement protest last year.
The Chiquita Canyon Landfill has been ordered to cover its dump site with a special material to contain orders after years of health complaints.
After years of alleged disturbances like shouting racial slurs, exposing himself from an upstairs window and hours-long rants, a Reseda man was taken into custody on Tuesday. Despite this, neighbors are cautiously optimistic, still concerned about what could happen if he gets released.
Prosecutors said the man allegedly fed the 14-year-old Adderall so he could work through the night and then abandoned him on the side of an LA County freeway last year.
A 28-year-old Long Beach man was sentenced to 30 months in federal prison on Wednesday for possessing a Molotov cocktail during a downtown Los Angeles anti-immigration enforcement protest last year.
The Chiquita Canyon Landfill has been ordered to cover its dump site with a special material to contain orders after years of health complaints.
After years of alleged disturbances like shouting racial slurs, exposing himself from an upstairs window and hours-long rants, a Reseda man was taken into custody on Tuesday. Despite this, neighbors are cautiously optimistic, still concerned about what could happen if he gets released.
Prosecutors said the man allegedly fed the 14-year-old Adderall so he could work through the night and then abandoned him on the side of an LA County freeway last year.
The violent crash left 52-year-old Tommie Simpson III dead at the scene on March 27, police said.
Some light showers could pass through Southern California overnight on Monday and Tuesday.
Following the Orange County death of victim Ed Ashman on Thursday, new charges of involuntary manslaughter for the teen's mother were announced by the DA on Friday.
Ocean experts say to expect more shark sightings through the summer. "It is gearing up to be a sharky summer," said Chris Lowe, the director of the Shark Lab at California State University, Long Beach.
The redesignation of All American Way to Charlie Kirk Way is "in honor of slain activist Charlie Kirk," according to Westminster City Council documents. The name change was approved by the city council in a 4–1 vote last fall.
The crash happened at around 11:50 a.m. near Newland Street, police said.
Deputies say that the 52-year-old Oxnard man was allegedly driving under the influence when he ran a stop sign and collided with a vehicle, killing two people and severely injuring another.
It is unclear what events led up to the shooting, but officials said they will be reviewing body-worn camera footage and privately recorded video shared on social media.
An 18-year-old man died on Sunday after losing control of his car and crashing on Highway 74 in Riverside County during a rainstorm on Sunday, according to the California Highway Patrol.
A downtown Riverside bar reopened on Tuesday after being closed for two weeks due to the damage caused by flooding when a vandal stole copper pipe from their plumbing system.
Over 100 people were arrested during a two-week investigation into child sex crimes in San Bernardino County, according to deputies.
A former cellmate has previously claimed that the note was written by Epstein after a failed suicide attempt less than a month before his death.
The last time a horse won the Triple Crown was in 2018.
A proposed $250 million settlement would compensate millions of consumers who bought the iPhone 16, iPhone 15 Pro or iPhone 15 Pro Max.
In a new lawsuit, two California residents allege that Cento Fine Foods doesn't use real San Marzano tomatoes in one of its products.
Ted Turner built a media empire that included cable channels CNN, TBS and TNT, and he owned the Atlanta Braves for 20 years.
A former cellmate has previously claimed that the note was written by Epstein after a failed suicide attempt less than a month before his death.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
A federal judge on Monday sharply criticized the treatment of accused White House Correspondents' Dinner attacker Cole Allen, at one point apologizing to the defendant for what he saw as overly restrictive and punitive conditions in jail.
The 81-year-old former New York City mayor has been hospitalized for pneumonia, his spokesperson said.
Los Angeles mayoral candidate Spencer Pratt lashed out at his opponents in a new attack ad.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
San Francisco officials said Tuesday that the city has filed a lawsuit against leading manufacturers of ultra-processed foods, accusing them of producing products linked to serious health issues and alleging that the companies knowingly made the foods addictive.
A bill that would reverse a 25% tax increase on California's legal cannabis industry is heading to Gov. Gavin Newsom's desk, after being approved by the legislature.
Three passengers have been evacuated from a cruise ship hit by a hantavirus outbreak, as related cases are confirmed in Switzerland and South Africa.
The FDA announced its first authorization of fruit-flavored electronic cigarettes intended for adult smokers, a major policy shift after months of appeals to President Trump from the vaping industry.
An unlicensed cosmetologist from Florida has been found guilty in a California court for providing an injection that killed a model who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
LA County public health officials issued a bacteria warning at several beaches as a potentially record-breaking heat wave arrives in Southern California.
Food containing norovirus may smell and taste normal but still cause serious illness if consumed, FDA warns.
Voters in California may soon decide on a ballot measure that seeks to help the state's middle class afford to buy a home, by establishing a $25 billion loan program that would provide down payment assistance.
Some Trader Joe's shoppers will get a payout after a lawsuit alleged that the retailer's customer receipts put shoppers at risk of ID theft.
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and local prosecutors urged parents to check their children's e-bikes, saying some of the vehicles may be motorcycles or mopeds capable of high speeds.
A home-based food movement has been heating up in California, with home cooks turning their beloved family recipes into small businesses.
More than a dozen cities and counties across California were given a "final warning" from state officials Wednesday, saying they have failed to properly plan for additional new homes amid the state's lack of affordable housing.
Travis d'Arnaud hit a three-run homer, Walbert Ureña threw six innings of two-hit ball, and the Los Angeles Angels defeated the Chicago White Sox 8-2.
Andy Pages set career highs with three homers and six RBIs and Shohei Ohtani broke out of a slump with two hits to lead the Los Angeles Dodgers to a 12-2 rout of the Houston Astros Wednesday.
The last time a horse won the Triple Crown was in 2018.
Mike Trout, Jorge Soler and Zach Neto hit home runs, Ryan Zeferzahn worked out of a bases-loaded jam in the ninth inning and the Los Angeles Angels held on for a 4-3 victory over the Chicago White Sox on Tuesday night.
Chet Holmgren scored 24 points and grabbed 12 rebounds as the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 108-90 in Game 1 of their Western Conference semifinal series.
Uzo Aduba and Darren Criss announced the 2026 Tony nominees for select categories on "CBS Mornings" on Tuesday.
A trial in the lawsuit between Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni was set to begin later in May.
Rihanna, Sabrina Carpenter, Madonna, and Beyoncé all wore their best looks to celebrate the "Costume Art" theme at the 2026 Met Gala. Here are some of the best moments, photos, and more from the night.
Just a week after the two-weekend Coachella Music Festival left Indio, the Empire Polo Club grounds were flooded by country music fans for Stagecoach. Police arrested 119 people during the three-day event, most of whom were arrested for possession of alcohol under 21 years of age.
The Stagecoach Music Festival was evacuated on Saturday night due to extreme winds blowing in the area.
A man in his 30s was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver in North Hollywood early Wednesday morning. Tina Patel reports.
The Wednesday afternoon announcement offers relief to commuters as the 110 Freeway northbound lanes between Harry Bridges Boulevard and Channel Street had been closed since the blaze erupted two days ago.
The Chiquita Canyon Landfill has been ordered to cover its dump site with a special material to contain orders after years of health complaints.
CBS LA's Jill Painter Lopez visits with Tudela FC, one of 26 Community Champions from the Los Angeles area that were recognized and awarded $26,000 grants ahead of the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
About six businesses were targeted and 18 people were taken into custody in a major drug bust in the MacArthur Park area.
Widely considered the greatest architect of his time, Frank Gehry helped shape Los Angeles' skyline.
A suspect was taken into custody after an attack on Pearl Street Mall in Boulder on June 1 in which there were 15 people and a dog who were victims. The suspect threw Molotov cocktails that burned some of the victims, who were part of a march for Israeli hostages.
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
The Franklin Fire in Malibu quickly grew overnight and threatened several homes. Evacuation orders were issued and Pepperdine University instructed students to shelter in place.
Several people have been injured and multiple homes burned after the Mountain Fire broke out Wednesday morning in Ventura County, burning over 10,000 acres within hours.
