LaVar Ball Calls Anthony Davis Trade: 'Worst Move Lakers Ever Made, Will Never Win Another Championship'
Lonzo Ball's father ripped into the Lakers for trading his son to the Pelicans as part of the deal for Anthony Davis.
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Lonzo Ball's father ripped into the Lakers for trading his son to the Pelicans as part of the deal for Anthony Davis.
The Lakers guard covered it up with a pair of dice, and early this week hinted at a possible move to Nike.
"I'm not competing with no G league, not competing with not NCAA. I'm doing my own thing," LaVar Ball told CBS2 News.
LaMelo and LiAngelo Ball's professional endeavors overseas with BC Vytautas in Lithuania have come to an end. Their boisterous father, LaVar, declared this week that he's hauling his sons back to their home in Los Angeles to focus their energies on other things.
Even from Lithuania, LaVar Ball says he can see what's wrong the Los Angeles Lakers: their coach.
LiAngelo and LaMelo will make their professional debut next week in the Baltic Basketball League.
It apparently was a very merry Christmas for LaVar Ball.
The outspoken CEO of Big Baller Brand and father of Lakers rookie Lonzo Ball, is apparently "looking for 80 players to fill 10 teams that will seek to play at NBA arenas in Los Angeles, Dallas, Brooklyn and Atlanta."
The end of the year is upon us, which means it's time to create holiday wish lists. We took a shot at guessing what some people and teams around the NBA are wishing for this year.
LiAngelo Ball will no longer play for UCLA after his father reportedly pulled the freshman out of school.
The president complained again Wednesday that LaVar Ball hasn't given him credit for the release of LiAngelo and two other UCLA players arrested in China.
Lavar Ball doesn't owe anyone anything, according to Lavar Ball - except maybe an explanation.
LaVar Ball doesn't feel he owes the president a thank you for getting his son and teammates released from Chinese authorities on a shoplifting charge.
The president helped negotiate their release during his trip through Asia.
Surveillance video showed the players stealing from three stores, a source told ESPN. The 3 freshmen will not be flying back with their team.
LiAngelo Ball and two of his UCLA teammates are charged with shoplifting sunglasses from a Louis Vuitton store in China.
LaVar said LaMelo, a junior, will leave Chino Hills High School on Tuesday so he will have fewer distractions and better focus.
The No. 2 overall pick scored just five points and missed 13 of his 15 shots in his first summer league game.
Facebook, which is testing the waters of entertainment production, will produce it, calling it a docu-series.
The outspoken father of NBA draft No. 2 pick Lonzo Ball showed up with the newly minted Los Angeles Laker and another son, 15-year-old LaMelo, for a live segment on Monday's "WWE Raw" at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
Do the talent's of UCLA's Lonzo Ball, outweigh the possible headache that will come with his outspoken father?
It sounds like coach Luke Walton is up for the challenge of dealing with LaVar Ball if son Lonzo is drafted by the Lakers.
The hype surrounding the UCLA star has reached soaring heights. Will he live up to it in the NBA?
The father Lonzo went after FOX Sports' Kristine Leahy on Wednesday's The Herd with Colin Cowherd.
With the Lakers securing the second overall pick, LaVar Ball plans to only let his son work out for the team he claims will draft him.
It's not clear what wrongdoing, if any, Alberto Carvalho is accused of.
The DOJ lawsuit accuses the University of California of failing to prevent and correct discriminatory conduct at UCLA.
The explosion was reported at 10:45 p.m. Tuesday.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Donovan Dent led UCLA past Southern California 81-62 with a season-high 30 points.
It's not clear what wrongdoing, if any, Alberto Carvalho is accused of.
The DOJ lawsuit accuses the University of California of failing to prevent and correct discriminatory conduct at UCLA.
The explosion was reported at 10:45 p.m. Tuesday.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Three of the four members of a "sophisticated burglary crew" that was arrested last year for a multi-million dollar heist involving a Simi Valley jewelry store and coffee shop were sentenced to prison on Tuesday.
The DOJ lawsuit accuses the University of California of failing to prevent and correct discriminatory conduct at UCLA.
Three of the four members of a "sophisticated burglary crew" that was arrested last year for a multi-million dollar heist involving a Simi Valley jewelry store and coffee shop were sentenced to prison on Tuesday.
The crash happened on Jan. 9 at around 2:40 a.m. near 8th Street, police said. The victim, a man in his 20s, suffered severe injuries.
A homicide investigation is underway in Lancaster after a 40-year-old woman was found fatally shot in a field last week.
Harmonica players from the Koreatown Senior and Community Center are winning over hockey fans' hearts with their performances at LA Kings games.
The Santa Ana Police Department booked the inmate into the Theo Lacy Facility on Feb. 19 for vehicle theft, receiving a stolen vehicle and obstructing or resisting a peace officer.
One man was killed and another was wounded when they were shot at while driving in Santa Ana late Friday, according to police.
If you're looking to visit a museum, dozens of exhibits are offering free admission this weekend.
Four suspects stole about $180,000 worth of collectibles and Pokémon cards from an Anaheim store earlier this week.
Balboa Island's ferries are ditching diesel and turning to electricity to power their boats.
At least 10 donkeys have been killed since December in a series of mysterious attacks in Riverside County, leaving wildlife activists desperate for answers.
Southern California's favorite bald eagle couple, Jackie and Shadow, laid their third egg of the season on Tuesday afternoon, just weeks after their nest was raided by ravens.
The 48-year-old man was declared dead at the scene.
The infamous "graffiti towers" in downtown Los Angeles have a new potential buyer in a Riverside County-based real estate development firm.
A total of four people were transported to a local hospital with major injuries from the collision.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
CBS News fact checked President Trump's 2026 State of the Union address, and Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger's Democratic response.
President Trump defended his first year back in office in his 2026 State of the Union address, touting his record on immigration, the economy, tariffs and more.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivered the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night as the party attempts to counter the president's message.
The U.S. men's hockey team also visited the White House on Tuesday following their gold medal win at the Winter Olympics.
CBS News fact checked President Trump's 2026 State of the Union address, and Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger's Democratic response.
President Trump defended his first year back in office in his 2026 State of the Union address, touting his record on immigration, the economy, tariffs and more.
Virginia Gov. Abigail Spanberger delivered the Democratic response to President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night as the party attempts to counter the president's message.
The U.S. men's hockey team also visited the White House on Tuesday following their gold medal win at the Winter Olympics.
The highest-ranking officials in Washington will be present for President Trump's State of the Union address Tuesday night — here's what to know about where they're sitting.
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.
Riverside County health officials have reported the second and third measles cases of the year, which they say could be connected to the county's first case that was reported last week.
Health officials say that an unvaccinated minor visited the Walmart Supercenter in Ontario on Jan. 29.
Health officials said that the traveler arrived at LAX's Tom Bradley International Airport Terminal on a Viva Aerobus Flight on Jan. 26.
Orange County health officials have confirmed their second measles case of 2026 in an international traveler who arrived in California at Los Angeles International Airport before visiting Disneyland and California Adventure last week.
Millions of people with an Affordable Care Act health plan face a massive jump in premiums next year — this chart shows just how much.
The Fremont factory will still manufacture Model 3 and Y, but the space where Model S and X are made will instead focus on mass production of Tesla's Gen 3 Optimus robots.
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.
Donovan Dent led UCLA past Southern California 81-62 with a season-high 30 points.
Wendell Carter Jr. made a go-ahead putback with 6.7 seconds to play, Paolo Banchero scored 36 points and the Orlando Magic finished a strong West Coast trip with a 110-109 victory over the Los Angeles Lakers.
The U.S. men's hockey team also visited the White House on Tuesday following their gold medal win at the Winter Olympics.
Desmond Bane scored 36 points and Paolo Banchero added 16 points and eight assists as the Orlando Magic held on for a 111-109 victory over the Los Angeles Clippers.
Nicolás Fernández scored on a penalty kick in the second half and New York City FC tied the Los Angeles Galaxy 1-1 in a season opener before a sellout crowd of 30,510 at Dignity Health Sports Park.
The Rock & Roll Hall of Fame has announced its 2026 list of nominees, including Phil Collins, Mariah Carey, Wu-Tang Clan and more.
Nick Reiner, 32, was charged with two counts of murder in the killing of his parents, Rob Reiner and Michele Singer Reiner.
"Jersey Shore" star Nicole "Snooki" Polizzi said in a TikTok video that her results at a post-op appointment for a cone biopsy showed stage 1 cervical cancer.
In April 2025, Eric Dane announced he had been diagnosed with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS.
Warner Bros. Discovery said that Paramount Skydance is considering enhancing its buyout offer for the entertainment company.
George Retes, a U.S. Army veteran, was a guest of Congressman Mark Takano at Tuesday’s State of the Union address. He also discusses his experience and his recent detainment by ICE officers.
A truck explosion in Colton killed one person and left another with major injuries. Rick Montanez reports.
The high-pressure system will continue to linger over Southern California. Wednesday will be warm with temperatures in the 80s but the hottest day will be Friday.
Lesley Marin provides the latest on the third egg from the beloved Big Bear bald eagle couple Jackie and Shadow, who had their nest raided and two eggs destroyed by ravens last month.
Three of the four members of a "sophisticated burglary crew" that was arrested last year for a multi-million dollar heist involving a Simi Valley jewelry store and coffee shop were sentenced to prison last week. Laurie Perez 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.
