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Magic center Nikola Vucevic continues to struggle against Raptors' defense

Orlando Magic center Nikola Vucevic, who consistently delivered double-doubles during the regular season, has struggled to score in the playoffs against the Toronto Raptors.

Magic face well rested, dangerous Kawhi Leonard after Raptors managed his minutes

The Orlando Magic are facing off with a well rested and dangerous Kawhi Leonard after the Raptors managed the NBA All-Star's minutes during the regular season.

Las Vegas oddsmakers project Magic will get boost from home crowd during playoff series against Raptors

Las Vegas oddsmakers believe the rowdy Amway Center crowd will give the Orlando Magic a significant boost during their best-of-seven Eastern Conference playoff series.

Orlando Pride's flaws exposed during brutal 5-0 road loss to North Carolina Courage

It's clear the Orlando Pride have numerous things to work on in their first season under new coach Marc Skinner.

Alex Morgan makes 2019 Time 100 list

Orlando Pride and United States women's national team forward Alex Morgan has another title to add her ever-growing list: Titan. 

Orlando City determined to stop surrendering early goals

If there was a moment to embody Orlando City's slew of slow starts, Sam Johnson's goal last Saturday would be a good place.

Gators add three to depleted men's basketball roster

The Florida Gators' men's basketball team signed three players Wednesday, leaving coach Mike White with just one scholarship to fill following a recent exodus.

UM's Navaughn Donaldson suddenly the center of attention on 'Canes offensive line

Navaughn Donaldson has played either guard or tackle most of his life. But when an injury sidelined Hurricanes' center Corey Gaynor, Donaldson shifted to center — where he's had to learn how to snap the ball and identify defenses. It's been, he says, quite the experience.

UCF baseball tries to bounce back from disappointing week

The UCF baseball team is trying to bounce back back from a disappointing week that included a pair of painful losses and more bad injury news.

Fejes' goal earns Solar Bears 4-3 double-OT victory at South Carolina for 2-1 series lead

Coach Drake Berehowsky's Orlando Solar Bears won 4-3 in double overtime Wednesday night at South Carolina for a 2-1 series advantage.

Spring football marks return of Phil Ziglar among area's new assistant coaches

Phil Ziglar returns to coach in Orange County while West Orange and others add assistant coaches with collegiate and professional experience.

No. 1 vs. No. 2 showdown spices spring playoffs | Varsity Report

Florida's two top-rated boys volleyball teams, Timber Creek and Freedom, square off in a district tournament final on Thursday night and only one will move on in pursuit of a state championship. The lacrosse and water polo playoffs also continue with meaningful matchups.

Varsity scores and top performers: April 17

Varsity scores and top performers from the Central Florida area for April 17.

Familiar faces and a brutal stretch at the end: A break down of Brian Flores and Miami Dolphins' 2019 schedule

Brian Flores will begin his tenure as the new Miami Dolphins coach with four of his first six games at Hard Rock Stadium, a Monday night road game and a brutal stretch of 12 consecutive games to end the season, including three of the last four games on the road.

Hyde: Sixteen thoughts on Dolphins schedule

Tanking fans take note - 4 of first 5 games are in the South Florida heat

Kelly: It's lying season in the NFL, but Chris Grier, Dolphins seem to be taking a different approach | Commentary

Miami Dolphins general manager Chris Grier seemingly broke down his team's draft plan to the media Wednesday, explaining the organization's plans to re-enforce the offensive and defensive lines. What's his agenda with all this forthright talk during what's notoriously known as lying season?

Rays repeatedly hit David Hess hard, knock him out in third inning in Orioles' 8-1 loss

The Rays pounded Orioles right-hander Davis Hess in their 8-1 victory Wednesday, striking for six runs in his two-plus innings. Hess faced 13 batters, with 11 putting the ball in play at more than 97 mph.

Cole Hamels' 7 shutout innings, Javier Baez's home run help Cubs complete sweep of Marlins

Cole Hamels threw seven shutout innings, striking out eight, as the Cubs beat the Marlins 6-0 on Wednesday to complete a three-game sweep. Javier Baez went 2-for-4 with a home run, and Daniel Descalso drove in three runs for the Cubs.

Gardner crushes grand slam to right field as Yankees sweep Red Sox

Gardner's grand slam rallied the Yankees (8-9) from two runs down to their second straight win.

Lightning's swift dismissal from playoffs leaves plenty of questions

The Tampa Bay Lightning's 7-3 loss Tuesday in Ohio capped the Blue Jackets' stunning four-game vanquishing of the NHL's best team in the regular season.

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