Lakers head coach JJ Redick and other athletes like Olympic swimmer Gary Hall Jr. and Angel City's Ali Riley lose their homes in the Los Angeles wildfires
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ESPN reported Thursday, January 9, that Redick’s rental home in Pacific Palisades was lost in the biggest of multiple fires raging in the area that have been fueled by intense winds and low humidity.“I just want to acknowledge and send thoughts and prayers to everyone in the Palisades right now,” Redick said at the time.
Three-time US Olympic swimmer Gary Hall Jr. managed to escape the Palisades fire with his dog Puddles, his insulin and a few personal items before his rented home was lost in the blaze. “We are grateful for the thousands of local firefighters and first responders who have demonstrated enormous bravery. Our prayers remain with those affected by the unimaginable devastation caused by the wildfires.”
“We are heartbroken for Los Angeles,” the Lakers said in a statement. “Our thoughts are with all those impacted by this unimaginable situation. And our gratitude is with the first responders and all of you who come together when we need each other most… We’re with you, LA.” The team previously said the game would be moved to State Farm Stadium in Glendale, Arizona if necessary.“As with all games, the NFL has contingency plans in the event a change in location is needed.”Santa Anita Park postponed Friday’s racing program until January 16 due to the forecast of poor air quality for the San Gabriel Valley, the horse racing venue said.
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