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Dodgers take Game 1; Historical moment for Rookie Gavin Lux

Khari Jones, Contributing WriterOctober 4, 2019

The Los Angeles Dodgers had an incredible win against the Washington Nationals on Thursday night for Game 1 of the playoffs winning 6-0. A lot of expectations for them this postseason. They have made it to the World Series two years in a row and didn’t find any success. However, fans still should still be thankful as Dodgers look to make their run the charm. What an historical moment for Gavin Lux, the rookie, who is the youngest player in Dodgers history to hit a home run in the playoffs. On top of Lux making history, it was a home

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Clippers’ Rookie Shai Gilgeous-Alexander Impresses at NBA Summer League 2018

Lauren A. Jones Contributing WriterJuly 19, 2018

Shai Gilgeous-Alexander, the Los Angeles Clippers’ first round pick (12), averaged 19 points per game, 4.8 rebounds, 4 assists, and a combined 3.3 steals/blocks through his first NBA Summer League in Las Vegas, NV.

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L.A. Clippers Select Offensive Playmakers in 2018 NBA Draft

Lauren A. Jones Contributing WriterJune 28, 2018

The Los Angeles Clippers acquired point guard Shai Gilgeous Alexander in a trade with the Charlotte Hornets at the 12th spot for two future second round picks and selected shooting guard Jerome Robinson at 13 in the 2018 NBA Draft on Thursday, June 21.

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Kyle Kuzma Helps the Lakers Rebuild

Amanda Scurlock, Sports WriterApril 19, 2018

A young man who quietly came into the NBA, made noise throughout his rookie season.

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Philadelphia’s Simmons And Utah’s Mitchell Named Kia NBA Rookies Of The Month

March 1, 2018

The Philadelphia 76ers’ Ben Simmons and the Utah Jazz’s Donovan Mitchell today were named the Kia NBA Eastern and Western Conference Rookies of the Month, respectively, for games played in February.

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Former Maranatha Stand Out Returns Home in Lakers’ Victory

Amanda Scurlock, Sports WriterJanuary 8, 2018

“It felt good to be back home and actually get on the court,” said Hawks rookie guard Tyler Dorsey. “All my family and everybody came.”

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Kyle Kuzma Named Western Conference Rookie Of The Month

December 9, 2017

Los Angeles Lakers forward Kyle Kuzma has been named Kia NBA Western Conference Rookie of the Month for games played in October and November, it was announced today.

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D’Angelo Russell And Brandon Ingram Selected To Participate In Rising Stars Challenge

Sentinel News ServiceJanuary 25, 2017

Lakers sophomore guard D’Angelo Russell and rookie forward Brandon Ingram were two of 10 American players selected by the league’s assistant coaches to participate in the Rising Stars Challenge.

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LAFD rookie TA’Ana Mitchell talks life as the first African American firefighter in over 13 years

Kimberlee Buck, Contributing WriterDecember 21, 2016

Mitchell has worked in the military for 16 years. In 2000, Mitchell enlisted in the Army and later the Air Force. Today, she is the first African American female the LAFD has hired in over 13 years.

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The LA Rams Report: Introducing Rookie Tight End Temarrick Hemingway

Dr. Valerie Wardlaw, Sports WriterMay 10, 2016

Oxnard, CA – Two thousand four hundred and fifty-eight miles – the distance Temarrick Hemingway traveled from Orangeburg, SC to reach the Rams rookie training camp in Oxnard, CA. Hemingway, a 6-5, 245 pound tight end, the 177th overall pick in the 2016 NFL draft from South Carolina State University (SCSU) stepped onto the Rams practice field filled with wide-eyed excitement and pride at being a member of the newly minted Los Angeles Rams. Hemingway says he is “ready and willing to work hard for his opportunity of a lifetime.” When asked about his thoughts as he took the