As wildfires continue to wreak havoc across the Los Angeles area, all 12 professional sports organizations in L.A. and Orange County -- Angel City FC, Los Angeles Angels, Los Angeles Chargers, Los Angeles Clippers,
Twelve teams in the Los Angeles and Anaheim areas announced a combined donation of $8 million to help those affected by the wildfires in the city.
The NBA has chosen to postpone the San Antonio Spurs vs Los Angeles Lakers game on Saturday due to the LA wildfires that are still rampant in the region.
"We’ve dedicated an initial $15 million in emergency funding for the many people impacted by these fires, particularly in the historic, racially diverse community of Altadena."
The tragic wildfires that have engulfed large parts of southern California have greatly impacted the sports world and prominent members of the sports community. Since a fire first sparked in the Pacific Palisades neighborhood of Los Angeles on Tuesday,
Both teams played on the road last week, and Monday marked their first home contests since the Palisades Fire began Tuesday.
The money will go to organizations like the American Red Cross, the Los Angeles Fire Department Foundation, World Central Kitchen and more.
Kawhi Leonard's family is safe in Los Angeles after having to evacuate due to the fires in the region this week.
Los Angeles Kings’ broadcaster Patrick O’Neal is one of the many residents of the city to become a victim of the area’s massive wildfires. O’Neal shared a video of himself in front of the charred remains of his family’s home during the Kings’ pregame show on FanDuel Sports Network West before the team’s matchup against the Winnipeg Jets on Friday.
Both of Los Angeles’ NBA teams returned to their home courts Monday night after having games postponed due to wildfires in the area.
As several devastating wildfires tear through the Los Angeles area, the NHL is prioritizing the safety of residents and players by agreeing to postpone Wednesday's game between the Kings and Calgary Flames. The league and team posted statements announcing the news to X, with a makeup date for the contest yet to be confirmed.
Once the home city of the Los Angeles Lakers for 32 seasons and six NBA championships, the team returns to Inglewood, Calif., on Sunday, this time as the visitor.