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Thursday, January 12, 2017

SPORTS FINAL: Late stories and scores from Orlando Sentinel

Magic lose to Clippers 105-96 as offense sputters late

LOS ANGELES — As Orlando Magic executives overhauled their roster over the summer, one of the biggest criticisms from outside the organization centered around the offense. How would the team generate baskets, especially when opponents tightened their defenses late in games? The Magic did not have enough quality shooters — or at least that’s what naysayers said.

Bianchi: Blame Urban Meyer for Deshaun Watson signing with Clemson instead of Gators

For all of you bitter Florida Gators fans who won’t let it go and are still searching for reasons to be mad at Urban Meyer, look no further than transcendent Clemson quarterback Deshaun Watson.

Injury keeps Serge Ibaka from playing against Clippers

LOS ANGELES — The Orlando Magic entered their game Wednesday night against the Los Angeles Clippers at less than full strength.

LPGA star Lexi Thompson headlines field at Diamond Resorts Invitational

LPGA star Lexi Thompson learned long ago how to hold her own playing with boys.

Dolphins still unsure whether Ryan Tannehill needs knee surgery

Miami Dolphins quarterback Ryan Tannehill still might need surgery to repair the two sprained ligaments in his left knee, coach Adam Gase said Wednesday.

Jim Furyk appointed next U.S. Ryder Cup captain

Jim Furyk was appointed Wednesday as the U.S. captain for the 2018 Ryder Cup in France, where his team will try to win on European soil for the first time in 25 years.

Montverde looks to continue undefeated streak in soccer

Aspirations of a quality education and professional playing career led Matheus Silva more than 4,000 miles from his home in Brazil to Central Florida.

Dolphins' Jay Ajayi and Jarvis Landry added to AFC Pro Bowl roster

Miami Dolphins running back Jay Ajayi and wide receiver Jarvis Landry have both been named to the Pro Bowl. Both were Pro Bowl alternates when the original team was announced last month.

Still got game? Ice Cube, Allen Iverson back 3-on-3 pro hoops league

Ice Cube has dreamed about seeing his favorite NBA players come out of retirement.

U.S. Olympic Committee puts full weight behind LA 2024 bid, ruling out 2028 as consolation prize

With Los Angeles bidding to host the 2024 Summer Olympics, U.S. officials appear to be sticking to an all-or-nothing approach when it comes to bringing the Games back to this country.

Orlando Magic's C.J. Wilcox waits for his opportunity

LOS ANGELES — On Dec. 5, 2015, the last time the Orlando Magic and Los Angeles Clippers played each other at the Staples Center, shooting guard C.J. Wilcox watched the entire game from the Clippers’ bench.

Seminole deals Hagerty first soccer loss of season

Samuel Lugo had a goal and an assist to lead Seminole to a 3-0 homefield boys soccer win over area No. 1 Hagerty on Wednesday night.

Wekiva, Apopka winners; Montverde, West Oaks updates | Basketball

Jeremy Johnson scored 23 points and grabbed seven rebounds and Paul Reed added a double-double to lead Wekiva (12-4) to a 71-52 homecourt win over Evans (11-5) that gave the Mustangs sole possession of first place in the Class 9A, District 3 boys basketball race.