They claimed Game 1, but Magic must dodge history to beat Pistons • Florida’s Rueben Chinyelu declares for NBA Draft, maintains eligibility for possible return to Gators
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Tuesday, April 21, 2026
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Magic confident ahead of Game 2 | Orlando has unwanted playoff history | UF star declares for NBA |
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The Magic were balanced on offense and Orlando relied a physical brand of defense during Game 1 against the Pistons on Sunday in Detroit.
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The last three times the Magic have won Game 1 of an NBA playoff series, Orlando lost the next four games. This year’s group feels confident it can avoid the same fate.
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Florida center Rueben Chinyelu declares for the NBA Draft, but maintains his eligibility for possible return to Gators in 2026-27.
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The Magic looked tougher, more connected and, frankly, more talented than the team with the better record. And that’s what should have the Pistons worried.
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Bishop Moore transfer LB Giacomo Sanfilippo commits to Kansas State. Lake Brantley DB Braylon Woodson commits to Navy.
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Windermere, coming off consecutive 10-0 seasons is pumped for playoff possibilities. “It’s awesome. The kids are excited,” Wolverines coach Riki Smith said.
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The Tampa Bay Bucs ranked 20th in scoring defense last season, allowing 24.2 points per game with just 37 sacks. Defense will likely be their direction in the NFL Draft.
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Overstreet, who is the son of the late Miami Dolphins running back David Overstreet, joined the Knights as cornerbacks coach.
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As the Lightning attempt to even their series with Montreal, Tampa Bay is expected to be without standout rookie defenseman Charle-Edouard D’Astous for Tuesday’s Game 2.
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Tyler Reddick has won five of nine races this NASCAR season, a pace matched only four times, and not since Dale Earnhardt started off the 1987 season that way.
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