L.A. Times - Sports

Chargers coach Jim Harbaugh said his star quarterback and the rest of the team have been gladiators and warriors for making it to the postseason despite numerous injuries.

Brusdar Graterol reportedly agreed to terms with the Dodgers on a one-year, $2.8-million deal before Thursday's deadline to avoid an arbitration hearing.

The 41-year-old star, who has right sciatica and arthritis in his left foot, will miss his 17th game of the season, putting in jeopardy his eligibility for postseason awards.

Brett Favre denies reports claiming that he has given up hope battling Parkinson's disease. The Hall of Fame quarterback said recently he feels blessed while hoping for a future cure.

UCLA lands James Madison running back Wayne Knight, a major addition for the Bruins via the transfer portal.

While they are aiming for a stronger performance against the Panthers in the playoffs, defensive coordinator Chris Shula is a potential candidate for head coaching jobs.

Washington has declined to submit quarterback Desmond Williams Jr. into the transfer portal because he signed a $4 million NIL deal to stay with the Huskies a few days ago.

Jordan Shipley, 40, was described as stable after remaining hospitalized Tuesday night in Austin. The record-setting Texas great suffered "severe burns on his body."

Greyson Porth is one of many reasons Palos Verdes began the week ranked No. 1 in California, and his skill was on display Tuesday night in the Sea Kings' Bay League opener at Mira Costa.

CIF City Section and Southern Section high school boys' and girls' basketball scores for Tuesday's games.

The defending Southern Section champion Lions are off to 10-1 start this season in a bid to repeat as Open Division champions.

The UCLA women's gymnastics team sent four freshmen to the floor during their successful weekend meet.

Leading by double digits at one point, USC women have a brutal fourth quarter and fall to Oregon for their second loss in a row.