The Los Angeles Lakers and Clippers both took their home courts on Monday for the first time since the devastating wildfires that killed at least 24 people and destroyed more than 12,000 structures began raging across the Los Angeles area last week.

The Lakers and the Clippers both went back to work Monday night in Los Angeles’ first two NBA games since catastrophic wildfires killed at least 24 people and destroyed significant sections of their hometown.

Both teams played on the road last week, and Monday marked their first home contests since the Palisades Fire began Tuesday.

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Southern Californians will get a couple of needed hours to enjoy themselves on Monday night when the Los Angeles Clippers host the Miami Heat in the NBA. The game will be held in suburban Los Angeles as scheduled despite the devastating wildfires that continue to burn in the region.