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Swanson: USC, UCLA missing opposite pieces of the puzzle
USC’s offense is phenomenal but its defense stinks; UCLA’s defense is top-rate, but its offense often sputters. Neither combination works.
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The Audible: Ron Washington, USC’s hoops prodigies and if Chip Kelly’s on the hot seat
Columnists Jim Alexander and Mirjam Swanson discuss some of the week's news.
Swanson: Lincoln Riley finally forced to separate business and personal
Riley had little choice but to fire his friend Alex Grinch after USC lost to Washington, 52-42, on Saturday – a move that was all too obvious, and came much...
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Swanson: Ain’t over till it’s over – even for USC football
Coach Lincoln Riley sees Saturday’s game against No. 5 Washington as “an opportunity,” but it could also be what sinks the No. 20 Trojans’ once-lofty hopes.
The Audible: Shohei’s destination, Harden’s arrival and what’s with Caleb?
SoCal News Group columnists Jim Alexander and Mirjam Swanson discuss the issues of the week.
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Swanson: Clippers added James Harden and got real interesting
By acquiring the polarizing All-Star point guard, the Clippers have become the brand of intriguing that will get people’s attention in a crowded L.A. market.
Swanson: Victor Wembanyama’s touchdown in L.A. an unbelievably human experience
Victor Wembanyama made his Crypto.com Arena debut against the Clippers, who were aggressive in taking the game right at the worldly and otherworldly talent.
Swanson: Big crowd for Colorado-UCLA hints at what Big Ten games will feel like
It was UCLA’s homecoming game, but thank Deion Sanders and his swaggering Colorado team for the surge in interest and attendance at UCLA’s victory.
Swanson: Girls flag football forges fresh perspectives, unlikely bonds
At Lakewood High, the inaugural season united an eclectic group of first-time players, including deaf quarterback Jennifer Reed, who has bettered the team in many ways.
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The Audible: The Lakers’ ‘daddy,’ an improbable World Series and a QB dilemma
Columnists Jim Alexander and Mirjam Swanson discuss the news of the week.