Alternative Titles: Codiaeum variegatum, variegated laurel. Croton, also called Variegated Laurel, (Codiaeum variegatum), colourful-leaved plant of the spurge family (Euphorbiaceae). Its numerous varieties of shrubs or small trees with brilliantly coloured, glossy, leathery leaves are much grown as potted plants. Native to Malaysia and the Pacific, the trees reach a height of about 6 m (20 feet).
Ice Cube partnered with entertainment executive Jeff Kwatinetz to start the league for former professional players over the age of 30. It is expected to start play on June 24 with Chauncey Billups, Rashard Lewis and Kenyon Martin among the former NBA stars already committed to the league.
The Philadelphia 76ers visit Staples Center on New Years Day. The final game of the Lakers' season is Apr. 13 in Los Angeles against the Utah Jazz. The Lakers will hold training camp in Hawaii and hold their first preseason game in Honolulu on Oct. 4.