Pelicans Beat Lakers, 110-102
Alexis Ajinca and the Pelicans dominated Los Angeles in a 110-102 victory Friday night in retiring Lakers star Kobe Bryant's final game in New Orleans.
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Alexis Ajinca and the Pelicans dominated Los Angeles in a 110-102 victory Friday night in retiring Lakers star Kobe Bryant's final game in New Orleans.
As the Lakers lost for the 61st time of the season Tuesday night, Lakers Coach Byron Scott said he was heartbroken to see Kobe Bryant's 20-year career ending as the team winds down its worst season in franchise history.
The Black Mamba's career is almost over, but two lucky fans will get the chance to see him take the Lakers home court for the last time.
LeBron James scored 24 points while sharing a court with Kobe Bryant for the final time, leading the Cleveland Cavaliers to a 120-108 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers on Thursday night.
Jordan Clarkson scored 25 points, D'Angelo Russell added 21 and the Los Angeles Lakers stunned the Golden State Warriors 112-95 on Sunday, handing the defending NBA champions just their sixth loss of the season, all on the road.
Derrick Rose and E'Twaun Moore had 24 points apiece Sunday night to lead the Chicago Bulls to a 126-115 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers in Kobe Bryant's final game at the United Center.
Russell Westbrook scored 31 points and the Western Conference set an All-Star record for points in a game with a 196-173 victory over the East on Sunday.
NBA legend Michael Jordan gave Kobe Bryant a special gift prior to his last All-Star game.
The Los Angeles Lakers once reportedly reached out to the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2007 looking to swap superstars Kobe Bryant and LeBron James.
Kobe Bryant scored 27 points, hitting three pivotal 3-pointers in the last six-plus minutes, and the Los Angeles Lakers won their second straight, 99-96 over the New Orleans Pelicans on Thursday night.
The Lakers lost their season-worst eighth straight game to drop to 9-39.
A former Los Angeles Lakers forward says Kobe Bryant once sucker-punched him over a $100 wager.
Los Angeles Lakers guard Kobe Bryant was named to the NBA's Western Conference All-Star team's starting lineup on Friday.
DeMarcus Cousins had 36 points and 16 rebounds, and Rajon Rondo added 11 points and 17 assists in the Sacramento Kings' sixth consecutive victory over the Los Angeles Lakers, 112-93 Wednesday night.
Bryant said, "I think it's their time," referring to the younger players in the NBA.
Stephen Curry scored 26 points, with his first eight baskets coming on 3-pointers, and the Golden State Warriors beat the Los Angeles Lakers 116-98 Thursday night in what was likely Kobe Bryant's last game in Oakland.
When Jesse Sandler bought four tickets to Bryant's last game, they cost $200 each. But after the retirement announcement, the seller cancelled the sale.
Kobe Bryant leads all NBA players in All-Star voting by a wide margin, according to a tally released Thursday by the NBA.
As the Kobe Bryant farewell tour continues to roll into 2016, when it comes to the greatest Laker of all time, most NBA insiders believe it's Magic.
Los Angeles Lakers general manager Mitch Kupchak hinted at the possibility of the Lakers retiring both of Kobe Bryant's numbers at a season-ticket holder event on Sunday.
Kemba Walker scored 18 of his 38 points in the fourth quarter, and the Charlotte Hornets defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 108-98 Monday night in Kobe Bryant's final game against the team that drafted him — and promptly traded him — nearly 20 years ago.
Michael Jordan, the chairman and owner of the Charlotte Hornets, was not able to attend Kobe Bryant's final game in Charlotte, but did record a video message that was played throughout the stadium in advance of Monday's game.
Chris Paul scored 23 points and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Los Angeles Lakers 94-84 on Friday night to end a three-game skid.
While this might not be Kobe Bryant's most efficient season playing basketball, it is his last, and the fans are showing their appreciation for his play over the past 20 years.
Kobe Bryant scored 22 points and dunked for the first time in his farewell season, but the Lakers followed up their fourth victory of the season with their 14th loss in 16 games.
Kawhi Leonard scored 33 points and the Los Angeles Clippers extended their winning streak to a season-best five games with a 131-90 victory over the Sacramento Kings.
LeBron James scored 17 points on his 41st birthday, but Cade Cunningham had 27 points and 11 assists while leading the Detroit Pistons to a 128-106 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.
Ken Seals passed for 258 yards and the game-winning touchdown in overtime as TCU rallied to beat No. 16 USC 30-27 in the Alamo Bowl.
It happened at around 8:15 p.m. near S. Arizona Avenue and Telegraph Road, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
The city of Pasadena is bracing for the possibility of lightning and thunder during the annual Rose Parade on New Year's Day.
The San Bernardino County Sheriff's Department said three bodies were located, but recovery operations remain underway.
It happened at around 8:15 p.m. near S. Arizona Avenue and Telegraph Road, according to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department.
The city of Pasadena is bracing for the possibility of lightning and thunder during the annual Rose Parade on New Year's Day.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
Police need help identifying the child and reuniting him with his parents or guardians.
The city of Pasadena is bracing for the possibility of lightning and thunder during the annual Rose Parade on New Year's Day.
Police need help identifying the child and reuniting him with his parents or guardians.
Long Beach police are now investigating the death of a 73-year-old man during a robbery in April as a homicide, they said in a news release on Tuesday.
According to police, Shanae Monique Glover, 37, was behind the wheel, and the mother of Ma'Cya Clark was also a passenger in the vehicle.
On the day Cierra Danae Whitaker was arrested in Atlanta, police said she tried to avoid capture by hiding in an attic.
The city of Fullerton has canceled its New Year's Eve celebrations due to forecasted rain and high winds expected as the city rings in 2026.
Rock music legend Sammy Hagar has donated $10,000 to a 12-year-old boy who was injured when a helicopter crashed on him in Huntington Beach in October.
It happened at around 10:23 p.m. on Saturday near S. Gilbert Street and Carol Drive, according to the Fullerton Police Department.
Police say that the shooting stemmed from a fight at a party on Friday night.
Southern California air quality regulators extended a no-burn alert for much of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties.
Search and rescue crews are searching for three hikers who were reported missing after heading out on Mt. Baldy on Monday morning, according to San Bernardino County authorities.
A San Bernardino County resident is recounting the intense moments that he watched his neighbor get rescued from their home by helicopter when it was overcome with flooding waters during the recent winter storm.
The driver was the only passenger in the car, deputies said.
Deputies arrested a 51-year-old man in connection with the 2006 shooting in Highgrove, according to a news release from the Riverside County Sheriff's Office.
Five people, including two children, were injured in a two-car crash that happened after a large boulder fell onto Highway 18 near Big Bear Lake on Friday night.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
The body has not yet been identified, Texas officials said at a Tuesday news conference.
The 550-pound black bear has taken up residence in the crawlspace underneath Ken Johnson's home in California for a month.
Tatiana Schlossberg, the granddaughter of late President John F. Kennedy, has died after announcing a terminal cancer diagnosis in late November.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention says 32 jurisdictions are showing "high" or "very high" levels of flu.
The Kennedy Center board, whose members were appointed by President Trump, voted earlier this month to add his name to the building.
While many of the Minnesota day care centers in the video were cited and fined for safety violations, investigators previously found no evidence of fraud.
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu also announced President Trump will receive the Israel Prize for his work on peace negotiations.
Bank of America Chairman and CEO Brian Moynihan stated last week that, as President Trump seeks a new chair of the Federal Reserve, maintaining the banking system's independence is paramount.
Karoline Leavitt and her husband, Nicholas Riccio, welcomed their first child, also named Nicholas, in July 2024.
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.
Meal kit delivery firm HelloFresh will pay $7.5 million to settle a lawsuit accusing it of misleading customers and making it difficult for them to cancel their subscriptions.
With the help of her daughter and her 5th-grade class, CBS News California (KCAL) Investigative reporter Julie Watts investigates "Sephora Kids" concerns.
A Southern California man has pleaded guilty for his role in a scheme that stole more than $2 million from San Francisco-based food delivery company DoorDash, federal prosecutors said.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
"I don't know how I'm going to pay for this," said one person with an Affordable Care Act plan that will cost her $1,100 a month starting in January.
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.
In an interview with CBS News, FDA Commissioner Dr. Marty Makary explains what went into the decision to drop the most serious warnings on hormone therapy for menopause.
At least 11 people have contracted Salmonella linked to powder supplements sold at Sam's Club stores nationwide, health authorities said.
About 30% of San Francisco was without power at the height of the outage, according to utility provider PG&E.
The DMV said it is giving Tesla Motors 60 days to address its misleading use of "autopilot," or it could have its dealer license temporarily suspended.
California is set to join a growing list of states banning the practice of cat declawing, under a new law taking effect in January.
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.
Waymo has begun offering autonomous robotaxi service using freeways for the first time in select cities in California and Arizona, the company announced.
Kawhi Leonard scored 33 points and the Los Angeles Clippers extended their winning streak to a season-best five games with a 131-90 victory over the Sacramento Kings.
LeBron James scored 17 points on his 41st birthday, but Cade Cunningham had 27 points and 11 assists while leading the Detroit Pistons to a 128-106 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.
Ken Seals passed for 258 yards and the game-winning touchdown in overtime as TCU rallied to beat No. 16 USC 30-27 in the Alamo Bowl.
Macklin Celebrini became the third player to score 60 points this season with a goal and two assists in the San Jose Sharks' 5-4 victory over the Anaheim Ducks.
Zane Gonzalez kicked a 51-yard field goal with 21 seconds remaining and the Atlanta Falcons recovered after blowing two 21-point leads to upset the Los Angeles Rams 27-24.
Isiah Whitlock Jr. is perhaps best known for his role as state Sen. R. Clayton "Clay" Davis on HBO's "The Wire."
The Grammy-winning artist Beyoncé became the fifth musician to achieve the wealth milestone, Forbes said Monday.
Rock music legend Sammy Hagar has donated $10,000 to a 12-year-old boy who was injured when a helicopter crashed on him in Huntington Beach in October.
It marks the second lawsuit in recent months accusing the filmmaker and studio mogul of leveraging his power in Hollywood to make sexual advances.
The band announced Perry Bamonte's death on their official website on Friday.
Jeff Nguyen reports from Gloria Molina Grand Park in downtown Los Angeles, where business owners are hopeful that rain in the New Year's Eve forecast won't wash away their profits for the usually busy holiday.
Deputies say that the suspects fled from the area on foot and have not been located.
Tom Wait provides the latest in the ongoing coverage of three bodies that were discovered on Mt. Baldy on Monday after search and rescue crews were called to help a 19-year-old hiker who fell 500 feet down an embankment.
With the latest storm on its way, the city of Pasadena is bracing for the possibility of lightning and thunder during the annual Rose Parade. Nicole Comstock reports.
University Park is not only home to Los Angeles' oldest movie theatre, but also to the western United States' only panoramic theatre at Velaslavasay Panorama. Rina Nakano reports.
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.
