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NBA Postpones Thursday's Hornets-Lakers Game As L.A. Wildfires Continue

The Crypto.com Arena exterior on Oct 20, 2022. | Kirby Lee-Imagn Images

The NBA postponed Thursday night's Charlotte Hornets-Los Angeles Lakers game due to the ongoing wildfires in the Los Angeles area, the league announced. Tipoff was originally scheduled for 10:30 p.m. at Crypto.com Arena; a new date will be shared at a later time.

"The entire NBA family sends it thoughts and support to the community of Los Angeles during this challenging time," the leage said in a statement. "We are grateful for the thousands of local firefighters and first responders who have demonstrated enourmous bravery. Our prayers remain with those affected by the unimaginable devastation caused by the wildfires."

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