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Magic enter NBA draft in search of an offensive spark

With plenty of defensive-oriented players already on the roster, the Orlando Magic enter the NBA draft in need of an offensive boost.

Magic rookie Chuma Okeke leaned on patience, faith during recovery from knee injury

Orlando Magic rookie Chuma Okeke stayed the course during the long and arduous rehabilitation process from an ACL tear and now he's one step closer to realizing his childhood dream.

Magic forward James Ennis reportedly will pass on his player option for next season and enter free agency

Magic forward James Ennis appears ready to test the free agent waters after reports indicate that he will not exercise his player option for the 2020-21 season.

Milwaukee Bucks trade for Jrue Holiday to play alongside Giannis Antetokounmpo

Point guard Jrue Holiday is being traded from New Orleans to Milwaukee, which is aiming to give two-time reigning NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo the improved roster that he seeks with the decision...

The 2020-21 NBA season will feature a play-in tournament — and end too late for some players to compete in the Olympics

The 2020-21 NBA schedule will feature a play-in tournament and an NBA Finals that could run all the way until July 22 — keeping some players from competing in the Olympics.

NBA draft prospect Paul Reed thanks Orlando family for inspiration

NBA draft prospect Paul Reed of Orlando thanks his father and mother for inspiring him to excel, even before he was a Wekiva High standout.

Orlando City's Oscar Pareja finishes second in Coach of Year vote

Orlando City coach Oscar Pareja was a strong candidate for MLS Coach of the Year all season, but he finished second in voting for the award.

Orlando City starters may use charter flights to skip quarantine

Orlando City starters Pedro Gallese and Sebas Méndez could be available for the club's first playoff match under a new league initiative to utilize charter flights.

Orlando Pride stars Alex Morgan, Emily Sonnett called up for USWNT match

Orlando Pride stars Alex Morgan and Emily Sonnett will join the U.S. women's national time for the first time since the pandemic, traveling to the Netherlands this week for the team's...

UF QB Kyle Trask thriving under guidance of Gators assistant coach Brian Johnson

Florida offensive coordinator Brian Johnson, a former college quarterback at Utah, at Kyle Trask's success leading the Gators this season.

Gators report 1 COVID-19 case among football players during past week

The University of Florida reported one new positive case of COVID-19 among the Gators football team as the program continued to move successfully beyond an outbreak of the virus in October.

UCF tackle Cam Goode growing into a force on defensive line

UCF redshirt sophomore defensive lineman Cam Goode has emerged as a pass rusher and leader after the departure of veterans Randy Charlton and Kenny Turnier.

American Athletic Conference planning to reschedule Navy football games against Memphis, Tulsa for Nov. 28 and Dec. 5

The Capital has learned the AAC is seeking to reschedule the Memphis game for Saturday, Nov. 28 and the contest against Tulsa for Saturday, Dec. 5. That tentative plan would require the Memphis...

Miami Hurricanes AD Blake James: 'We're dealing with COVID issues, as is the rest of the world'

Miami Hurricanes athletic director Blake James reacts to the two-week postponement of UM football games due to the spread of COVID-19 on the team.

Tua gets more comfortable, but Dolphins need more from key offensive contributors

Miami Dolphins quarterback Tua Tagovailoa is improving with each game, but he needs more help from his supporting cast.

There are 17 new COVID-19 cases in the NFL, including the first for the Washington Football Team

The New York Giants and Atlanta Falcons each put a player on the NFL's COVID-19 list Tuesday, while Washington had its first instance of someone in the organization testing positive for...

FHSAA football playoff ticket, streaming options; Edgewater vs. St. Cloud canceled due to COVID

A limited number of tickets and online streaming options are available this week for FHSAA football playoff games involving Orlando area teams.

Orlando area high school scores, top performers from Tuesday, Nov. 17

Check out Orlando area high school scores and top performers from Tuesday, Nov. 17.

Wichita State coach Gregg Marshall resigns after misconduct probe

Wichita State coach Gregg Marshall has resigned following an investigation into allegations of verbal and physical abuse.

Getting a COVID-19 vaccine won't be required for 2021 Olympians, but IOC's Thomas Bach issues a gentle plea for athletes to get one: 'It will be their free decision'

As he toured the Athletes Village on Tuesday, IOC President Thomas Bach issued a gentle plea to all competitors to get vaccinated before the Tokyo Olympics — if a vaccine is available.

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