Kobe-Less Lakers Hold Off Mavs In overtime 112-108
Sure, Pau Gasol and the Los Angeles Lakers are well aware a regular-season sweep means nothing compared to a playoff sweep.
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Sure, Pau Gasol and the Los Angeles Lakers are well aware a regular-season sweep means nothing compared to a playoff sweep.
Kobe Bryant is sitting out his fifth straight game to rest his bruised shin.
Andrew Bynum had 30 points and eight rebounds, Matt Barnes added a season-high 24 points, and the Los Angeles Lakers clinched a playoff berth without Kobe Bryant or coach Mike Brown, holding off the Denver Nuggets 103-97 Friday night.
Blake Griffin had 19 points and 13 rebounds and Caron Butler scored 17 points to lead the Los Angeles Clippers to a 95-82 victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Thursday night.
Los Angeles Clippers guard Mo Williams returned to the lineup against Minnesota on Thursday night after missing the previous 11 games with a sprained big toe on his left foot.
Pau Gasol had 25 points and nine rebounds, and the Los Angeles Lakers overcame Kobe Bryant's absence to beat the New Orleans Hornets, 93-91 on Monday night.
Marc Gasol scored 18 points, Rudy Gay had 16 and the Memphis Grizzlies held on to beat the Los Angeles Clippers 94-85 on Monday night.
The Dallas Mavericks and Lamar Odom are done with each other.
Goran Dragic had 26 points and 11 assists, Luis Scola scored 10 of his 25 points during a 2:39 span of the fourth quarter, and the Houston Rockets capitalized on the ejection of Andrew Bynum to beat the Los Angeles Lakers 112-107 on Friday night.
Blake Griffin made three straight jumpers in the closing minutes to finish with 14 points and nine rebounds, lifting the Los Angeles Clippers to a 93-85 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Thursday night.
The Los Angeles Lakers seem to have survived what could have been a crushing blow to their championship aspirations with center Andrew Bynum having avoided serious injury.
Randy Foye had 28 points with a career-high eight 3-pointers and the Los Angeles Clippers won their sixth consecutive game, 94-75 over the Dallas Mavericks on Monday night for their longest winning streak in two decades.
Kobe Bryant scored 40 points, Pau Gasol added 26 and the Los Angeles Lakers found themselves rallying for the second straight game against one of the West's worst teams, beating the Golden State Warriors 120-112 on Sunday night.
Andrew Bynum suffered a moderate sprain of his left ankle on Sunday night in the first half against the Golden State Warriors and will be re-evaluated on Monday.
Chris Paul scored 20 points, including the game-winning lay-up with five seconds to go and the Los Angeles Clippers beat the Portland Trailblazers 98-97 on Friday night.
Russell Westbrook scored 36 points, Kevin Durant added 21 and the West-leading Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Los Angeles Lakers 102-93 Thursday night for their fifth consecutive victory in the matchup of division leaders.
Hold on to those cowbells, Kings fans. It's not over yet. When the Maloof brothers, mayor Kevin Johnson and David Stern announced late in February that a new deal was struck to keep the Kings in Sacramento, there was much celebration.
Rudy Gay scored 18 points and O.J. Mayo had 12 of his 16 in the fourth quarter, helping the Memphis Grizzlies avoid a winless road trip by beating the Los Angeles Lakers 102-96 on Sunday night.
Chris Paul wanted out of New Orleans for a better chance to win. In his first trip back, he received a mix of a cheers and boos, and left with a loss.
Golden State Warriors owner Joe Lacob worked into the wee hours of Tuesday morning to return "hundreds" of emails in the wake of a stunning display by typically well-behaved Bay Area fans, who booed him throughout a halftime ceremony to retire Hall of Famer Chris Mullin's No. 17 jersey.
Paul Millsap scored 24 points, Enes Kanter added 17 points and eight rebounds, and the Utah Jazz handed the Los Angeles Lakers just their second home loss since Christmas, 103-99 on Sunday night.
Chris Paul scored nine of his 19 points in overtime and added a season-high 15 assists, carrying the Los Angeles Clippers to an 87-83 victory over the Detroit Pistons on Sunday.
The Denver Nuggets have waived center Ronny Turiaf, who was recently acquired in a three-team trade with the Washington Wizards and Los Angeles Clippers.
Kobe Bryant scored 28 points, Ramon Sessions had seven points and five assists as a reserve in his Los Angeles debut, and the Lakers beat Minnesota 97-92 Friday night for their 19th consecutive victory over the Timberwolves.
Travelers continue to face long lines at airports across the U.S. due to the partial government shutdown affecting TSA agents.
The prolonged heat wave is expected to peak on Tuesday and remain until Friday for most areas across the region.
Two people were shot on Sunday night after a large fight broke out near the Santa Monica Pier, according to police.
A 34-year-old mother of two was found dead inside a Twentynine Palms home last week after authorities were called to the area to conduct a vehicle check.
Police issued a warning due to an increase in reports of "bank jugging," which sees suspects deflating a person's tires and then following them after they withdraw cash from a bank or ATM.
Travelers continue to face long lines at airports across the U.S. due to the partial government shutdown affecting TSA agents.
The prolonged heat wave is expected to peak on Tuesday and remain until Friday for most areas across the region.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Two people were shot on Sunday night after a large fight broke out near the Santa Monica Pier, according to police.
A 34-year-old mother of two was found dead inside a Twentynine Palms home last week after authorities were called to the area to conduct a vehicle check.
The prolonged heat wave is expected to peak on Tuesday and remain until Friday for most areas across the region.
Two people were shot on Sunday night after a large fight broke out near the Santa Monica Pier, according to police.
Police issued a warning due to an increase in reports of "bank jugging," which sees suspects deflating a person's tires and then following them after they withdraw cash from a bank or ATM.
A family of bears has been captured in Monrovia just hours after the mother bear swiped at a woman who was walking her dog early Saturday.
It's unclear where the chase began.
A Seal Beach woman in her 70s was hospitalized after she was hit by a young man on an electric motorcycle.
Investigators said Jose Angel Aguilar cut off his ankle monitor and escaped while attending classes at an Orange County community college.
Two new polls have conservative commentator Steve Hilton, billionaire Tom Steyer and Rep. Eric Swalwell as the front-runners for California governor.
Authorities are seeking more victims of a rideshare driver who allegedly sexually assaulted a passenger in Orange County last month.
An Orange County man died after being bitten by a rattlesnake while mountain biking at an Irvine trail.
A 34-year-old mother of two was found dead inside a Twentynine Palms home last week after authorities were called to the area to conduct a vehicle check.
The Bruins are the second overall seed, just behind the defending champions in the 34-0 UConn Huskies.
For the first time in the school's nearly 80-year history, California Baptist University is going dancing in March Madness. The Lancers first-ever appearance in the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament comes after they were selected by tournament organizers on Sunday.
A pedestrian was fatally struck by a hit-and-run driver in Jurupa Valley early Sunday morning and Riverside County authorities are still searching for the suspect.
Deputies say that the suspect was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound
Travelers continue to face long lines at airports across the U.S. due to the partial government shutdown affecting TSA agents.
The United States will face the winner of Monday's semifinal between Italy and Venezuela in Tuesday's World Baseball Classic title game.
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
Duke is the top overall seed in the NCAA men's college basketball tournament, with Arizona, Michigan, and Florida also landing on the No. 1 line.
U.S. intelligence has circulated to President Trump's inner circle that Iran's late supreme leader had misgivings about his son replacing him, viewing Ayatollah Mojtaba Khamenei as not very bright.
In an exclusive interview with CBS News Saturday, Federal Communications Chair Brendan Carr doubled down on his warning that broadcast licenses could be revoked amid President Trump's criticisms of media coverage of the war in Iran.
Federal Communications Commission Chair Brendan Carr did not name specific networks, but his post included a reference to a Saturday morning Truth Social post from the president.
TSA officers faced their first full missed paycheck Friday.
With oil markets paralyzed by the U.S.-Iran war, the Trump administration says it could escort ships through the Strait of Hormuz — a massive undertaking that experts say could already be in the preparatory stages.
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.
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.
HHS Secretary RFK Jr. wants the popular coffee chains to prove their surgery drinks are safe for teens and suggested the Trump administration could place limits on your cup of coffee.
Tests of dozens of baby formulas by Consumer Reports found that nearly half contained potentially dangerous chemicals.
A trial has been set in the San Francisco Bay Area for a Florida woman accused of providing a cosmetic injection that killed a woman who was known as a Kim Kardashian lookalike, prosecutors said.
A nonprofit that booked a Social Agent said it's a lot cheaper than hiring someone to do their social media full-time. A typical job runs about $200, with same-day delivery, and if clients already have footage, they can upload it and get a finished piece.
A California judge has tentatively stopped the state from canceling commercial licenses for more than 20,000 immigrant truck drivers.
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.
The Bruins are the second overall seed, just behind the defending champions in the 34-0 UConn Huskies.
The United States will face the winner of Monday's semifinal between Italy and Venezuela in Tuesday's World Baseball Classic title game.
Cutter Gauthier scored with 2:30 left, Leo Carlsson had two goals and an assist and the Anaheim Ducks beat the Montreal Canadiens 4-3 on Sunday night to regain the Pacific Division lead.
The No. 7-seeded Bruins will face off against No. 10 seed UCF on Friday.
For the first time in the school's nearly 80-year history, California Baptist University is going dancing in March Madness. The Lancers first-ever appearance in the NCAA Division I Men's Basketball Tournament comes after they were selected by tournament organizers on Sunday.
The film follows CBS News correspondent Steve Hartman and photographer Lou Bopp through their seven-year journey to document the toll of America's school shooting epidemic.
"One Battle After Another" took home several big awards, including Best Picture, Best Director and the newly created Best Casting.
The acclaimed filmmaker, who died in February at age 96, revolutionized the art of documentaries with such films as "Titicut Follies." In an interview recorded last year, the pioneering Wiseman talked about his unusual production methods aimed at capturing life.
Singer-songwriter John Mayer and film director-producer McG have teamed up to buy and renovate the legendary movie studio built by Charlie Chaplin, to preserve as a soundstage, recording studio, and a campus for artistic collaborations.
Hollywood's biggest stars were honored at the 98th annual Academy Awards on Sunday. Here is what to know and how to watch the 2026 Oscars.
A 39-year-old man was taken into custody following a 7-hour standoff at a Hermosa Beach Strand house, with the victim’s body found inside.
Fatemeh Jamalpour, journalist and author, discusses life inside Iran during the conflict, and how citizens are reacting to the U.S. response.
Sarah Streyder, founder of Secure Families Initiative, talks about families affected by deployment and the support her nonprofit provides.
An alleged DUI suspect attempted to escape police by climbing on a Sun Valley middle school campus building's roof, but he fell and was arrested after a lengthy standoff.
An extended heat wave is expected to bring historic temperatures across Southern California. Several heat-related warnings have been issued, and weather officials are urging the public to take precautions.
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.
