
The NBA has officially notified teams set to play in Los Angeles on Monday that the intention is for those games to take place as originally scheduled.
The LA Clippers are poised to host the Miami Heat, while the Los Angeles Lakers are ready to take on the San Antonio Spurs on their home court.
This decision follows a period of uncertainty caused by the devastating wildfires that ravaged Los Angeles, leading to the postponement of Clippers and Lakers games last week.
With the fires now more under control, there’s a collective hope that the conditions will allow these games to be played without further delay.
Looking ahead, the league took proactive steps by adjusting the schedule for Wednesday’s games.
The Lakers’ game was removed from ESPN’s national broadcast schedule, and in its stead, the Golden State Warriors at Minnesota Timberwolves game was rescheduled to be the second national TV highlight of Wednesday night, showing the NBA’s adaptability in managing its calendar amidst ongoing crises.
Lakers coach JJ Redick, who experienced a personal loss when his rental home was destroyed in the fires, has been vocal about his desire for the team to return to action on Monday.
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