UCLA defeats Arizona State, 23-13

UCLA defeats Arizona State, 23-13

The Bruins force six turnovers, including fumbles on the Sun Devils' final two possessions, to win their sixth game of the season and become...

 

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David Beckham's injury could add twist to MLS final

U.S. team's World Cup success depends on luck of draw

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A Golden State of disarray

A Golden State of disarray

The Warriors are like 'Hamlet, the Reality Show,' with the stage littered with the bodies of the principal characters. Coach Don Nelson is the Prince of Denmark.

Rasual Butler takes coming off the bench in stride

Clippers' Rasual Butler takes coming off the bench in stride

He had a season-high 27 points, and was eight for 15 shooting against the Nuggets, all after coming off the bench.

Ralph Lawler and Michael Smith suspended for comments

Ralph Lawler and Michael Smith suspended for comments

Clippers announcers were pulled from Friday night's broadcast after on-air exchange about Memphis' Hamed Haddadi.

Boxing referee Gwen Adair picks her battles, fights the good fight

Boxing referee Gwen Adair picks her battles, fights the good fight

The former actress' career as a pro boxing referee has broken down barriers for women and earned her induction to the World Boxing Hall of Fame.

Mississippi shocks No. 10 Louisiana State, 25-23

Mississippi shocks No. 10 Louisiana State, 25-23

Rebels running back Dexter McCluster rushes for 148 yards and throws for a touchdown against the Tigers, who fail to get off a last-second field-goal attempt.

Connecticut hands Notre Dame an overtime loss

Connecticut hands Notre Dame an overtime loss

The Huskies finally win one for their slain teammate, sending the Irish and Coach Charlie Weis to another defeat on senior day.

Ohio State capitalizes on Michigan's mistakes for 21-10 victory

Ohio State capitalizes on Michigan's mistakes for 21-10 victory

Ninth-ranked Buckeyes intercept four passes by Tate Forcier, who also fumbles in his own end zone.

A TCU fan's road to happiness is paved with . . . asphalt?

A TCU fan's road to happiness is paved with . . . asphalt?

Sportswriter Sally Jenkins says that her dad, sportswriting great Dan Jenkins, was truly driven to support his beloved Horned Frogs.

Things get better for Bruins on court, worse off it

Things get better for Bruins on court, worse off it

UCLA overcomes slow start to beat Cal State Bakersfield, 75-64, for its first win of the season, but starting forward Nikola Dragovic is suspended after being charged with felony assault.

UFC in need of a compelling fight

UFC in need of a compelling fight

The organization has been plagued by injury, illness and suspect judging decisions. Tito Ortiz and Forrest Griffin will headline Saturday's event in Las Vegas.

Broncos are gasping for air

Broncos are gasping for air

They're tied with the Chargers, whom they face today, and starting quarterback Kyle Orton is hurting.

Victories coming at a high price for Lakers owner Jerry Buss

Victories coming at a high price for Lakers owner Jerry Buss

The team has the highest payroll in the NBA, with $91.3 million in player salaries and $21.4 million in luxury taxes.

Clippers come up big against Nuggets

Clippers come up big against Nuggets

Butler scores 27 points in a reserve role and helps hold off Denver late with a key three-point shot.

Donte Smith drops weight, finds role as point guard

Donte Smith drops weight, finds role as point guard

Smith started only three games last season and played little down the stretch because of his weight, but he played the entire 40 minutes Tuesday against UC Riverside.

Alexander Frolov knows Kings need him to shoot more

Alexander Frolov knows Kings need him to shoot more

He says he'll 'try to keep it in mind.' But with only four goals so far this season, the veteran winger will try to raise his game a notch.

Scott Niedermayer's friendly gesture prompts fight

Scott Niedermayer's friendly gesture prompts fight

Fans throw punches after the Ducks defenseman tries to give his hockey stick to a young girl.

Andre Ward plans to power through Mikkel Kessler

Andre Ward plans to power through Mikkel Kessler

The 25-year-old is fighting the Dane for the World Boxing Assn. super-middleweight title on Saturday night in Oakland.

Not to stick a (Space) needle in MLS' balloon, but is it sound?

Not to stick a (Space) needle in MLS' balloon, but is it sound?

First-year success in Seattle, site of Sunday's MLS Cup between the Galaxy and Real Salt Lake, is encouraging for Commissioner Don Garber and his league. But beneath surface there are troubling signs.

A look inside MLS Cup '09: Galaxy vs. Real Salt Lake

A look inside MLS Cup '09: Galaxy vs. Real Salt Lake

A breakdown of Sunday's Major League Soccer championship match at Seattle.

Southland teams' eyes are on the bowls

The 10 CIF section commissioners will meet Dec. 13 to determine the pairings for the five bowl games that pit Southern California teams against their counterparts from the northern part of the state.

USC in the Sugar Bowl? Not such a sweet possibility

USC in the Sugar Bowl? Not such a sweet possibility

The Times' college football writer gives the answers to readers' questions.

Bruins could be in position to consider the (bowl) possibilities

Bruins could be in position to consider the (bowl) possibilities

A victory over Arizona State on Saturday would take UCLA to 6-5 heading into the season finale against USC, potentially opening up postseason vistas for the Bruins.

Bruins want to experience the joy of six

Bruins want to experience the joy of six

Rick Neuheisel's team is 5-5 and needs one win in its last two games, including Saturday's against Arizona State, to be bowl eligible. Doing so would eradicate a significant 'barrier,' the coach says.

Bishop Amat defeats Mater Dei in Pac-5 playoff opener

Bishop Amat defeats Mater Dei in Pac-5 playoff opener

The combination of Jay Anderson, Jerry McClanahan and Rio Ruiz made major contributions in the Lancers' 28-21 victory on Friday night.

Long Beach Poly beats Los Alamitos

Jackrabbits use a strong defensive effort in a 24-7 playoff win.

Lee Westwood takes two-shot lead in Dubai

Lee Westwood takes two-shot lead in Dubai

He shoots a 69 to strengthen his chance of winning the European money title

Broncos' Kyle Orton unlikely to play Sunday

Broncos' Kyle Orton unlikely to play Sunday

Backup quarterback Chris Simms is set to start against the Chargers.

Cubs agree to contract with reliever John Grabow

Cubs agree to contract with reliever John Grabow

The left-hander becomes the first of the 171 free agents to agree to a contract, getting a two-year, $7.5-million deal with Chicago.

Boise State stays unbeaten with victory over Utah State

Boise State stays unbeaten with victory over Utah State

Broncos rout Aggies, 52-21, to improve to 11-0 and stay in contention for a BCS bowl bid.

Pepperdine holds off Cal State San Bernardino

Bell scores 22 points to lead the Waves to a narrow 72-70 win at home.

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Magic defeats Celtics for fourth straight win

Boston has lost three of its last four and three of five at home.

LeBron James scores season-high 40 points in victory

Cleveland's Shaquille O'Neal misses his fourth game in a row because of a shoulder strain, but the Cavaliers defeat Indiana, 105-95.

Dany Heatley nets hat trick as Sharks crush Flyers, 6-3

Joe Thornton gets his 600th career assist and Evgeni Nabokov makes 27 saves for San Jose, which rebounds after losing its last two games.

Up next for Kings: Saturday vs. Calgary

Defenseman Rob Scuderi will miss his third straight game but is expected to skate Sunday. Ryan Smyth will remain out for about four weeks.

Up next for Ducks: Saturday vs. San Jose

The Ducks are hurting, with several players game-time decisions. Ryan Carter will miss Saturday's game.

Up next for USC: Saturday vs. Loyola Marymount

The Trojans are missing three players and North Carolina transfer Alex Stepheson. Loyola Marymount's Drew Viney, a transfer from Oregon, has scored 52 points in his last two games.

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LeBron James scores 32 and tough defense down stretch sends Cavs past Sixers 97-91

Offense! Offense! Top-seeded West Liberty beats Edinboro 84-63 in Division II playoffs

Backup QB Brad McGuire rushes for 2 TDs as Louisiana-Lafayette beats Louisiana-Monroe 21-17

Saaka scores 22, Evans gets 11 assists as Furman pulls away to coast past Dartmouth 83-60

Alfredsson has 2 goals, assists to lead Senators past Sabres 5-3

Crawford scores 21 points to help UAB knock off Georgia 72-56

Alvin Mofunanya scores 22, leads Fairleigh Dickinson to 62-53 win over Central Michigan

Dougher's 12 points leads five Stony Brook players in double figures in 72-48 win over Wagner

Barbour leads 5 players in double figures with 23 as High Point routs Hampden-Sydney 100-74

Gavin and Sanders help VCU upset No. 17 Oklahoma 82-69