NBA game postponed as fires ravage Los Angeles, coach loses home
The Los Angeles Lakers ’ home game against the Hornets on Thursday has been postponed due to the raging LA fires, the NBA announced.
“And our gratitude is with the first responders and all of you who come together when we need each other the most.Lakers coach JJ Redick been personally affected by the fires in the Pacific Palisades area of Los Angeles, having lost his home, according to ESPN.The cause of the fires is unknown, according to Los Angeles officials, but 30,000 acres have been burned and it has led to a mass exodus from the region and widespread damage.
“From the sound of things, with the winds coming , I know a lot of people are scared. So I just want to acknowledge that. Thoughts and prayers for sure, and hope everybody stays safe.”This is the second game scheduled to occur in Los Angeles that has been postponed due to the harrowing situation, with Thursday’s NHL contest between the LA Kings and Calgary Flames game at Crypto.com Arena also rescheduled.
Los Angeles Clippers star Kawhi Leonard left the team’s road trip on Thursday, opting out of a game in Denver to be with family who were evacuated.
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