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Hallelujah! Magic's best free agents — Vooch and T-Ross — actually chose to stay in Orlando | Commentary

Hallelujah! The Orlando Magic's best free agents, Nikola Vucevic and Terrence Ross, actually chose to stay in Orlando.

Magic reportedly agree to sign Michael Carter-Williams to 1-year deal

The Orlando Magic's push toward roster continuity continued Monday as the team reportedly has agreed to re-sign point guard Michael Carter-Williams.

Proven NBA point guards cashing in

In the opening two days of NBA free agency, teams paid a lot for point guards. Free agency wasn't even 24 hours old and more than $1 billion had been committed to point guards. The $196 million extension Damian Lillard got from Portland led the way, and then there was the reported $170 million extension for Jamal Murray in Denver and $141 million deals for Kyrie Irving and Kemba Walker.

Kawhi Leonard's waiting game raises the stakes for Lakers and Clippers

With the vast majority of talented players off the board, signing Kawhi Leonard brings a bigger risk/reward factor for the Lakers and Clippers.

Heat complete Jimmy Butler acquisition, retaining Dragic, Olynyk, Jones

The Miami Heat get their man, while also retaining familiar faces previously thought gone.

Favored USWNT set to face confident, relaxed England in World Cup semifinal

England is the underdog but has belief and swagger. The USWNT is the seemingly unbeatable powerhouse with a history of success never before seen in the women's game. The two teams face off Tuesday for a spot in the World Cup championship match.

Megan Rapinoe broke England coach Phil Neville's watch and he liked it

One of Phil Neville's first encounters with Megan Rapinoe left a mark.

Marta roars back into NWSL play ready to challenge Pride teammates

After her team's 3-2 loss against Chicago on Sunday, Marta flipped the script and asked the reporters at the post-game press conference a question of her own.

Dom Dwyer, international players return for Orlando City ahead of Philadelphia series

After holding down a 4-1 record throughout June, Orlando City will head into a two-game series against Philadelphia this week with growing confidence and a bolstered bench.

MLS to bring new skills challenge to Orlando

Nani's smooth passing and Wayne Rooney's precision strikes will be put to the test when Major League Soccer adds trick-shot flavor to its all-star game for the first time.

Florida Classic kickoff time, TV network announced

This year's Florida Classic between Florida A&M and Bethune-Cookman will kick off on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 3:30 p.m. on ESPNews. It's a new time and a new television network for the annual rivalry game between the two HBCU schools.

2019 College Football Rankings: No. 57 Boston College tries to push through seven-win ceiling

Boston College coach Steve Addazio was under pressure to prove himself last season and delivered a 7-5 record, earning a two-year contract extension. Still, the Eagles have some growing to do this year after stalling at seven wins during five of Addazio's six seasons. Fans are eager to see him take Boston College to the next level.

2019 College Football Rankings: No. 56 BYU pushes to build on breakthrough season

The BYU Cougars are pushing to build on a breakthrough season and are ranked No. 56 in the Orlando Sentinel 2019 preseason college football rankings.

2019 College Football Rankings: No. 55 Purdue works to build on recent success

Purdue football has been through a revival of sorts under coach Jeff Brohm, who has reminded Boilermaker fans of the program's heyday.

Top Select, OTVA eye USA Volleyball national championships

Orlando's Top Select Volleyball Academy and Orlando Tampa Volleyball Academy both have teams in the running for championships at the USA Volleyball junior girls national tournament in Indianapolis.

Angels' Tyler Skaggs remembered for confidence, competitiveness and wit

Pitcher Tyler Skaggs, 27, was found dead in a hotel room Monday before the Angels were to play the Texas Rangers. Those who knew him recall his zest for life.

Kiermaier's 3-run blast helps host Rays beat Orioles 6-3

Kevin Kiermaier's three-run home run lifted the Tampa Bay to a 6-3 win over the Baltimore Orioles on Monday night in a game in which two-way player Brandon McKay went 0-for-4 in his major-league debut as a hitter for the Rays.

Adbert Alzolay and Cubs bullpen get pummeled in 18-5 loss to Pirates while front office eyes trade help

After winning two of three May 17-19 in Washington — the last time the Cubs won a road series — they have posted an 18-23 overall record.

Giants rip Allen, bullpen; Padres (save for Tatis, Naylor) quiet against Samardzija

Rookie left-hander Logan Allen has first rough big-league start, Fernando Tatis Jr. scores another stunning run

Pictures: NASCAR's 2019 Cup Series race winners

See photos of weekly winners in the 2019 Monster Energy NASCAR race series, starting with the 61th Daytona 500 on Feb. 17 won by Denny Hamlin.

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