The NBA game between the Los Angeles Lakers and Charlotte Hornets scheduled for Thursday night at Crypto.com Arena has been postponed due to the ongoing wildfires in Los Angeles. The league has said that the game will be rescheduled for a later date. The NBA expressed its support for the community of Los Angeles and thanked the local firefighters and first responders for their bravery during this difficult time.
Lakers head coach J.J. Redick reportedly lost his home in the fires, while Warriors head coach Steve Kerr’s mother was evacuated from her childhood home and Clippers forward Kawhi Leonard took time away from the team to help his family. The Lakers released a statement expressing their heartbreak for Los Angeles and gratitude for the first responders and community coming together during the crisis.
This is the second consecutive day that a professional sporting event at Crypto.com Arena has been postponed, following the NHL game between the Los Angeles Kings and Calgary Flames on Wednesday. The NBA and the teams involved are prioritizing the safety and well-being of those affected by the wildfires, showing solidarity with the community during this difficult time.
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