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Without George to start, Clippers still among NBA’s best
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Without George to start, Clippers still among NBA’s best

BETH HARRIS, Associated PressOctober 17, 2019

The Los Angeles Clippers shocked the NBA by landing two superstars to go with a proven supporting cast. Only one of them will be on the floor to start the season. Joining his third team in three years, Kawhi Leonard is healthy. Paul George is still rehabbing after two offseason shoulder surgeries. The Clippers’ chemistry — cemented through offseason workouts, group chat via text, a fishing trip and attending Rams games — should provide George plenty of time to work his way back. He will miss the season’s first 10 games, according to coach Doc Rivers, although the team has

Triplets are 2019 BIG3 Champs!
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Triplets are 2019 BIG3 Champs!

Bertram Keller, Contributing WriterSeptember 5, 2019

A high-screen is set at the top of the key; Joe Johnson edges past the screener, catches the quick inbound pass, and fires a 3-pointer to win the game! The BIG3 season is officially over, and the Triplets are 2019 BIG3 champs!

Sparks earn fifth consecutive win, edging out Chicago Sky 84-81
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Sparks earn fifth consecutive win, edging out Chicago Sky 84-81

Jarred Davis, Contributing WriterAugust 15, 2019

After a slow start that saw the Los Angeles Sparks fight from behind to overcome a 16-point deficit, Chelsea Gray electrified the crowd of 9,244 in the closing minutes of the game while making an array of tough shots. Gray scored seven of her 26 points in the final 1:25 and the Los Angeles Sparks rallied to defeat the Chicago Sky 84-81 on Sunday afternoon at the Staples Center. Los Angeles (15-8) has now won eight of their last nine games and currently sit atop of the western conference standings, while Chicago dropped to (14-10). Forward, Nneka Ogwumike had 17

L.A. Sparks Bet on Defense to Defeat Las Vegas Aces
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L.A. Sparks Bet on Defense to Defeat Las Vegas Aces

Amanda Scurlock, Sport WriterAugust 3, 2019

If Las Vegas had Aces, the Los Angeles Sparks had a royal flush on Thursday in their 76-68 win over the Las Vegas Aces. The odds were against the Sparks as the Aces were searching for their 15th win of the season, which would have put them in first place in the WNBA.

Las Vegas Aces Fold to the L.A. Sparks
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Las Vegas Aces Fold to the L.A. Sparks

Amanda Scurlock, Sports WriterJuly 1, 2019

Accurate shooting and aggressive defense gave the Los Angeles Sparks an 86-74 win over the Las Vegas Aces. Los Angeles lived by the three, shooting at 44 percent from behind the arc during the game.

Fisher Notes Travel Issues in Loss to New York Liberty
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Fisher Notes Travel Issues in Loss to New York Liberty

Amanda Scurlock, Sports WriterJune 16, 2019

The Los Angeles Sparks lost to the New York Liberty on Saturday, 98-92. This came off the heels of their 85-68 routing of the Pheonix Mercury the night before. While back-to-back games are common in both the WNBA and the NBA, the methods of transportation differ between the two leagues.

New Players Compliment Sparks’ Vets for 2019
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New Players Compliment Sparks’ Vets for 2019

Amanda Scurlock, Sports WriterMay 23, 2019

The Los Angeles Sparks will have their home opener on May 31 at 7:30P.M. as they battle the Connecticut Sun at the Staples Center. While the core of the team has been constant for several seasons, the team underwent several changes in the offseason.