PASADENA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Jan 1, 2025--
Artistic Entertainment Services (AES), the award-winning Rose Parade float builder, announced today it won nine trophies for its float entries at the 136 th Rose Parade in Pasadena, California. San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance was awarded the Sweepstakes Trophy, the parade’s top prize awarded to the most beautiful float entry, for the second year in a row. AES built 16 of the 39 floats in this year’s parade.
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AES’ entries received the following awards:
“None of this would be possible without the support of our wonderful client partners, and we are grateful for these relationships. Winning these trophies is truly a testament to the talent, hard work, and dedication of our collective staff and volunteers. AES is delighted to play a role in making January 1 the best day ever for everyone who takes part in the Rose Parade,” said Craig Bugajski, president and CEO of AES.
About Artistic Entertainment Services
Artistic Entertainment Services (AES) is a premier entertainment scenic fabrication company with over 35 years of experience in creating custom-designed and innovative themed environments for live entertainment and theme parks. Renowned for its exceptional craftsmanship and creativity, AES brings visions to life, transforming concepts into immersive and captivating realities. As an official float builder and proud partner of the Tournament of Roses® and Rose Parade® presented by Honda, AES has established a legacy of creating show-stopping, award-winning floats. These stunning creations play a pivotal role in America's New Year Celebration®, captivating audiences worldwide with their artistry and grandeur. Visit www.aescreative.com, like us on ( Facebook ), and follow us on ( Instagram ).
The float designed by Artistic Entertainment Services for San Diego Zoo Wildlife Alliance won the Sweepstakes Trophy, the Rose Parade's top prize for the most beautiful entry. (Photo: Business Wire)
LOS ANGELES (AP) — LeBron James scored 30 points to become the NBA's career leader in 30-point games, surpassing Michael Jordan's record during the Los Angeles Lakers' 119-102 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Friday night.
James hit an 18-foot jumper midway through the fourth quarter to secure the 563rd 30-point game of his 22-year career, breaking the record set in 2003 by his childhood idol.
James had nine points in the fourth quarter for the Lakers, who showed little fatigue while pulling away in the final minutes of their third home game in four nights..
Austin Reaves scored 20 points, and Anthony Davis had 18 points and 19 rebounds after sitting out the Lakers' 114-106 victory over Portland on Thursday night to rest his sprained left ankle.
Los Angeles has won seven of nine to move into fourth place in the Western Conference.
Trae Young had 33 points and nine assists for the Hawks, who lost their second straight at the midway point of a six-game trip. Jalen Johnson scored 19 points.
Bronny James played the final 1:41 in his first NBA action since Dec. 8.
Hawks: They played active defense all night, but couldn't shoot. Zaccharie Risacher, Dyson Daniels, De'Andre Hunter, Bogdan Bogdanovic and Garrison Matthews combined to go 2-for-21 on 3-pointers.
Lakers: Even 18 turnovers couldn't stop Los Angeles' improved play since losing in overtime in Atlanta last month.
The Hawks were still hanging around until James hit back-to-back turnaround jumpers midway through the fourth quarter, making a couple of shots that resembled a key part of Jordan's repertoire.
James also played in his 1,523rd career regular-season game, passing Dirk Nowitzki for fourth in NBA history.
The Hawks take the 110 freeway to the 91 to face the Clippers on Saturday. The Lakers are in Houston on Sunday to open a two-game Texas trip.
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Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, right, shoots as Atlanta Hawks guard Dyson Daniels defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James, right, shoots as Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Los Angeles Lakers forward Anthony Davis, right, shoots as Atlanta Hawks forward Onyeka Okongwu defends during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Los Angeles Lakers center Jaxson Hayes, center, jaws at Atlanta Hawks guard Trae Young, second from right, as Young complains to a referee during the first half of an NBA basketball game, Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
Los Angeles Lakers forward LeBron James takes a pass during the first half of an NBA basketball game against the Atlanta Hawks, Friday, Jan. 3, 2025, in Los Angeles. (AP Photo/Mark J. Terrill)
