Firefighters battled early Thursday to control a series of major fires in the Los Angeles area that have killed five people, ravaged communities from the Pacific Coast to Pasadena and sent thousands of people frantically fleeing their homes.

The Los Angeles wildfires have devastated neighborhoods and communities. The impact has also affected the world of sports, including teams, athletes, players, and coaches. Here's all the games that have been postponed and the people affected.

The Los Angeles Lakers postpone Friday's NBA fixture against the Charlotte Hornets amid ongoing wildfires in the region, while Los Angeles Kings do the same for their scheduled NHL game.