Celebrities, sports community pay tribute to Kobe Bryant one year after deadly helicopter crash

From nationally-televised tribute videos to an executive order pushing for a statue in Washington, D.C., here's what the biggest stars in Hollywood and in sports did to honor Kobe Bryant.

Vanessa Bryant shares letter from Gianna’s friend, says crash 'still doesn’t seem real' on anniversary

On the one year anniversary of the helicopter crash, Vanessa Bryant shared a touching letter she received from her late daughter’s friend and confessed she “will never understand” the tragedy that unfolded.

One Year Later: Honoring the 9 victims of the Calabasas helicopter crash

January 26, 2020, was a day that broke hearts beyond the world of sports. A year after a helicopter crash took the lives of nine California residents, including Kobe and Gianna Bryant, their legacies continue to live on. 

Orlando Magic, AdventHealth announce details of downtown training facility

The Orlando Magic on Monday announced new details about a planned 130,000-square-foot facility that will serve as the practice and training home for the team and offer "state-of-the-art" medical services that are open to the public.

Vucevic posts 13th double-double, Magic beat Hornets 117-108

Nikola Vucevic scored 28 points and rookie point guard Cole Anthony added a career-high 21 points as the Orlando Magic defeated the Charlotte Hornets 117-108 on Monday night.

Heat to use COVID-19-sniffing dogs to screen fans at games

The Heat will use coronavirus-sniffing dogs at AmericanAirlines Arena to screen fans who want to attend their games.

'This kid's a pro': Kobe Bryant's high school coach reflects on his legacy

Kobe Bryant’s legacy is often remembered for his decades spent in Southern California, but his high school coach says that no matter how big of a global superstar he became, Bryant stayed true to his Pennsylvania roots. 

Anthony hits buzzer-beating 3, Magic edge Timberwolves 97-96

Cole Anthony hit a hurried 3-pointer at the buzzer and the Orlando Magic stunned the Minnesota Timberwolves 97-96 on Wednesday night to stop a six-game losing streak.

Former NBA guard Delonte West lands job at rehab facility where he was treated, report says

Former NBA guard and St. Joseph's University standout Delonte West has landed a job at the rehab facility he attended after he was helped by Mark Cuban last year, according to a report.

Kyrie Irving bought George Floyd’s family a house, former NBA player Stephen Jackson says

Brooklyn Nets point guard Kyrie Irving purchased George Floyd’s family a new home, according to former NBA player and close friend of the Floyd family Stephen Jackson.

Barrett, Randle Power Knicks Past Struggling Magic 91-84

Elfrid Payton's words at the podium Monday had to be sweet music to the ears of New York Knicks coaches and executives.

Wolves center Karl-Anthony Towns says he's tested positive for COVID-19

Karl-Anthony Towns announced Friday evening that he has tested positive for COVID-19, as the NBA has postponed the Wolves' Friday night game versus the Grizzlies.

Orlando Magic, Boston Celtics game postponed due to COVID-19

This development came as the NBA was to evaluate the situation around the league and determine what steps to take in an effort to keep the season going.

Antetokounmpo, Bucks pull away late to beat Magic 121-99

Giannis Antetokounmpo returned from a one-game absence because of a minor back injury and scored 22 points as the Milwaukee Bucks beat the Orlando Magic 121-99 on Monday night.

Fultz tears ACL, out for season; Magic beat Cavs 105-94

Former top overall draft pick Markelle Fultz suffered a season-ending tear of the anterior cruciate ligament in his left knee in the first quarter of the Orlando Magic’s 105-94 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Wednesday night.

Gordon helps Magic beat Cavaliers 103-83, snap 2-game skid

Aaron Gordon broke out of a shooting slump with 6-of-9 sniping from 3-point range and scored a season-high 24 points, leading the Orlando Magic to a 103-83 win over the Cleveland Cavaliers on Monday night.

Torrid shooting helps 76ers rout previously unbeaten Magic

Joel Embiid had 21 points and nine rebounds in three quarters and the Philadelphia 76ers handed the Orlando Magic their first loss with a 116-92 victory Thursday night.