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Nuggets face elimination vs. Lakers (AP)

 
Every chance he gets, Los Angeles Lakers guard Coby Karl razzes his dad, Denver Nuggets coach George Karl, suggesting he'll win an NBA title before his father ever does. But the rookie reserve thought better than to rib his father on Sunday. "Today is not a day for trash-talking," Coby said as he prepared for the Lakers' practice at the Pepsi Center, followed by dinner with dad. (link)

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