Hornets defeat Heat 89-85 to even series
Steve Clifford has seen that look in Kemba Walker's eye. It tells the Charlotte coach to just give the point guard the ball and let him go. Walker responded, like he's done so many times before. Walker had 11 straight Charlotte points during a crucial stretch midway through the fourth quarter and finished with a playoff career-high 34 points to lead the...
Steve Clifford has seen that look in Kemba Walker's eye. It tells the Charlotte coach to just give the point guard the ball and let him go. Walker responded, like he's done so many times before. Walker had 11 straight Charlotte points during a crucial stretch midway through the fourth quarter and finished with a playoff career-high 34 points to lead the...
Magic walk away from season disappointed, yet encouraged
In a season of high expectations, the Orlando Magic made some gains but ultimately they were not enough for anyone in the organization to be satisfied.
In a season of high expectations, the Orlando Magic made some gains but ultimately they were not enough for anyone in the organization to be satisfied.
Spurs rout Grizzlies 116-95, sweep their way to semifinals
The San Antonio Spurs have swept their way into the Western Conference semifinals after an almost perfunctory, yet very physical test from the most injury-depleted team ever in the NBA playoffs.
The San Antonio Spurs have swept their way into the Western Conference semifinals after an almost perfunctory, yet very physical test from the most injury-depleted team ever in the NBA playoffs.
CLT Chamber: 2017 All-Star Games to remain in Charlotte for now
The NBA has decided to keep the 2017 All Start Games in Charlotte, according to the Charlotte Chamber. Charlotte Chamber released the following statement: "We appreciate and are grateful for the NBA's decision to keep the All Star game in Charlotte. We recognize that they, and others, have an expectation that more work needs to be done. Therefore we continue to encourage our representative...
The NBA has decided to keep the 2017 All Start Games in Charlotte, according to the Charlotte Chamber. Charlotte Chamber released the following statement: "We appreciate and are grateful for the NBA's decision to keep the All Star game in Charlotte. We recognize that they, and others, have an expectation that more work needs to be done. Therefore we continue to encourage our representative...
Curry shoots Warriors to 73rd win, breaking Bulls' mark
Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors took their last shot at Michael Jordan and history and they swished it — for 73. Down to their final chance at the record, the Warriors became the first 73-win team Wednesday night by beating the Memphis Grizzlies 125-104, breaking what many considered an unmatchable mark set 20 years ago by Jordan's Chicago Bulls — oh, and Golden...
Stephen Curry and the Golden State Warriors took their last shot at Michael Jordan and history and they swished it — for 73. Down to their final chance at the record, the Warriors became the first 73-win team Wednesday night by beating the Memphis Grizzlies 125-104, breaking what many considered an unmatchable mark set 20 years ago by Jordan's Chicago Bulls — oh, and Golden...
What a night! Golden State wins 73, Kobe scores 60 in finale
And the most-celebrated closing night in NBA regular-season history not only lived up to expectations, it might have exceeded them with a pair of performances that will be talked about for years to come.
And the most-celebrated closing night in NBA regular-season history not only lived up to expectations, it might have exceeded them with a pair of performances that will be talked about for years to come.
Jefferson scores 26, Hornets beat Magic 117-103
Al Jefferson scored 26 points as the playoff-bound Charlotte Hornets closed out their best regular season in 16 years with a 117-103 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.
Al Jefferson scored 26 points as the playoff-bound Charlotte Hornets closed out their best regular season in 16 years with a 117-103 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.
Magic dominant at times, beat Bucks in home finale, 107-98
Ersan Ilyasova scored 22 points and Mario Hezonja added 19 to help the Orlando Magic defeat the Milwaukee Bucks 107-98 in their home finale Monday night.
Ersan Ilyasova scored 22 points and Mario Hezonja added 19 to help the Orlando Magic defeat the Milwaukee Bucks 107-98 in their home finale Monday night.
Magic come up big down stretch to stun Heat
Nikola Vucevic scored 29 points and Evan Fournier added 28 to help the Orlando Magic beat the Miami Heat 112-109 on Friday night.
Nikola Vucevic scored 29 points and Evan Fournier added 28 to help the Orlando Magic beat the Miami Heat 112-109 on Friday night.
Pistons use strong second half to get past Magic 108-104
Reggie Jackson scored 24 points and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope added 18 to help lead the Detroit Pistons to a 108-104 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.
Reggie Jackson scored 24 points and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope added 18 to help lead the Detroit Pistons to a 108-104 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night.
Florida State's Rathan-Mayes to enter NBA draft
Florida State sophomore Xavier Rathan-Mayes will enter the NBA draft but not hire an agent. The 6-foot-4 guard is taking advantage of a rule where he can attend team workouts and the pre-draft combine to assess his prospects without losing eligibility. The deadline to withdraw and return to school is May 25.
Florida State sophomore Xavier Rathan-Mayes will enter the NBA draft but not hire an agent. The 6-foot-4 guard is taking advantage of a rule where he can attend team workouts and the pre-draft combine to assess his prospects without losing eligibility. The deadline to withdraw and return to school is May 25.
Magic pull out all tricks to pull away from Pacers 114-94
The Orlando Magic have suddenly figured out the trick to winning. Shoot well, defend better, share the ball and stay energized. On Thursday, the plan worked again.
The Orlando Magic have suddenly figured out the trick to winning. Shoot well, defend better, share the ball and stay energized. On Thursday, the plan worked again.
Magic storm past Nets for second straight win, 139-105
Aaron Gordon had 20 points and Elfrid Payton had 11 points and 12 assists as the Orlando Magic scored a season high in defeating the Brooklyn Nets 139-105 on Tuesday night. Payton set the tone by keeping the ball moving and consistently getting his teammates involved in his second straight double-double. Gordon was hot early, making his first six shots and scoring 13 points in the first quarter.
Aaron Gordon had 20 points and Elfrid Payton had 11 points and 12 assists as the Orlando Magic scored a season high in defeating the Brooklyn Nets 139-105 on Tuesday night. Payton set the tone by keeping the ball moving and consistently getting his teammates involved in his second straight double-double. Gordon was hot early, making his first six shots and scoring 13 points in the first quarter.
Florida State's Bacon to submit name for NBA draft
Florida State freshman Dwayne Bacon announced Wednesday night that he will submit his name for the NBA draft but will not hire an agent. The 6-foot-7 guard made the announcement on his Twitter account and it was confirmed by a school spokesman.
Florida State freshman Dwayne Bacon announced Wednesday night that he will submit his name for the NBA draft but will not hire an agent. The 6-foot-7 guard made the announcement on his Twitter account and it was confirmed by a school spokesman.
Pistons cruise to 4th straight win, 118-102 over Magic
If the Detroit Pistons had played this well last season, they would have sailed into the playoffs without much trouble.
If the Detroit Pistons had played this well last season, they would have sailed into the playoffs without much trouble.
Celtics strong down stretch, hold on to beat Magic 107-96
Isaiah Thomas had 28 points and seven assists and the Boston Celtics held on to beat the Orlando Magic 107-96 on Monday night.
Isaiah Thomas had 28 points and seven assists and the Boston Celtics held on to beat the Orlando Magic 107-96 on Monday night.
Irving, James lead Cavs to season series sweep of Magic
Kyrie Irving scored 26 points and LeBron James had 18, including a layup and pair of free throws down the stretch to help the Cleveland Cavaliers hold off the Orlando Magic 109-103 on Friday night.
Kyrie Irving scored 26 points and LeBron James had 18, including a layup and pair of free throws down the stretch to help the Cleveland Cavaliers hold off the Orlando Magic 109-103 on Friday night.
Hornets close strong homestand with 107-99 win over Magic
The Charlotte Hornets have proven they're a good NBA team at home.
The Charlotte Hornets have proven they're a good NBA team at home.
Fournier, Smith help Magic hold off Nuggets, 116-110
Jason Smith knows his role in Orlando and played it well in the Magic's 116-110 win over the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night.
Jason Smith knows his role in Orlando and played it well in the Magic's 116-110 win over the Denver Nuggets on Tuesday night.
Lillard, Trail Blazers roll to 121-84 victory over Magic
On the eve of a tough road trip, the Portland Trail Blazers showed some toughness in a romp at home. Damian Lillard scored 19 points and had 10 of Portland's season-high 34 assists as the Trail Blazers beat the short-handed Orlando Magic 121-84 on Saturday night.
On the eve of a tough road trip, the Portland Trail Blazers showed some toughness in a romp at home. Damian Lillard scored 19 points and had 10 of Portland's season-high 34 assists as the Trail Blazers beat the short-handed Orlando Magic 121-84 on Saturday night.