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NBA announces All-Star tournament plan for this season: 4 teams, 3 games, 1 night
Read full article: NBA announces All-Star tournament plan for this season: 4 teams, 3 games, 1 nightThe NBA’s All-Star Game is going to be an All-Star tournament this season, with the league announcing that it has finalized plans to use a different format for the upcoming midseason showcase in San Francisco.
Orlando Magic fall to Bucks, who will return to NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas
Read full article: Orlando Magic fall to Bucks, who will return to NBA Cup semifinals in Las VegasGiannis Antetokounmpo scored 37 points, Damian Lillard had nine of his 28 in the final minute and the Milwaukee Bucks returned to the NBA Cup semifinals in Las Vegas by beating the Orlando Magic 114-109 on Tuesday night.
'Inside the NBA' will air on ESPN and ABC as part of settlement between WBD and NBA, AP sources say
Read full article: 'Inside the NBA' will air on ESPN and ABC as part of settlement between WBD and NBA, AP sources say“Inside the NBA” will appear on ESPN and ABC beginning next season as part of a settlement between Warner Bros.
Oregon exploited a loophole in its win over Ohio State, part of a long tradition in rule-bending
Read full article: Oregon exploited a loophole in its win over Ohio State, part of a long tradition in rule-bendingThe Oregon football team's decision to exploit a loophole in the rules late in a win over Ohio State is hardly new.
Charles Barkley says he will not retire and remain with TNT Sports even if they don't have the NBA
Read full article: Charles Barkley says he will not retire and remain with TNT Sports even if they don't have the NBACharles Barkley intends to remain with TNT Sports through the remainder of his contract.
Charles Barkley says next season will be his last on TV, no matter what happens with NBA media deals
Read full article: Charles Barkley says next season will be his last on TV, no matter what happens with NBA media dealsCharles Barkley says that next season will be his last on TV, no matter what happens with the NBA’s media deals.
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says finalizing the new media rights deals is 'complex' process
Read full article: NBA Commissioner Adam Silver says finalizing the new media rights deals is 'complex' processGetting the NBA’s next round of media rights deals completed is an extremely complex proposition, Commissioner Adam Silver said Thursday, especially because nobody can say with any certainty what the viewing landscape will look like in the future.
For some, Pete Maravich's NCAA scoring mark cannot be eclipsed by Caitlin Clark or anyone else
Read full article: For some, Pete Maravich's NCAA scoring mark cannot be eclipsed by Caitlin Clark or anyone elseIowa star Caitlin Clark is close to passing the late Pete Maravich as the all-time scorer in NCAA basketball history.
Magic’s Mac McClung earns perfect score to take 2nd straight NBA Slam Dunk Contest title over Jaylen Brown
Read full article: Magic’s Mac McClung earns perfect score to take 2nd straight NBA Slam Dunk Contest title over Jaylen BrownMac McClung has won his second straight NBA Slam Dunk Contest by grabbing the ball out of Shaquille O’Neal’s hands and leaping over him to draw five perfect scores on his final attempt.
Miami's Bam Adebayo will start All-Star Game, replacing injured Philadelphia center Joel Embiid
Read full article: Miami's Bam Adebayo will start All-Star Game, replacing injured Philadelphia center Joel EmbiidA new honor is awaiting Bam Adebayo of the Miami Heat: He’ll be an All-Star starter for the first time.
Victor Wembanyama's 1st All-Star weekend awaits, and it'll be hectic for the Spurs rookie
Read full article: Victor Wembanyama's 1st All-Star weekend awaits, and it'll be hectic for the Spurs rookieVictor Wembanyama’s first NBA All-Star experience will be hectic, just like everything else has seemed so far in his rookie season with the San Antonio Spurs.
Your Florida Daily: Porsche crashes into backyard while fleeing police, documentary features mysterious death of hiker
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: Porsche crashes into backyard while fleeing police, documentary features mysterious death of hiker"They Called Him Mostly Harmless" documents the case of a man found dead inside a tent in Cypress National Reserve in 2018.
From exclusive events to concerts: Stars and athletes plan to flock Las Vegas for Super Bowl events
Read full article: From exclusive events to concerts: Stars and athletes plan to flock Las Vegas for Super Bowl eventsLas Vegas will be flooded with so many pre-Super Bowl events that Shaquille O’Neal lowered the prices to his popular carnival-themed “Shaq’s Fun House.”.
Your Florida Daily: Teacher accused of taping sex with former student, Orlando Magic to retire Shaquille O’Neal’s No. 32
Read full article: Your Florida Daily: Teacher accused of taping sex with former student, Orlando Magic to retire Shaquille O’Neal’s No. 32Marie-Jo Gordo was just indicted by a federal grand jury.
Orlando Magic retire Shaquille O’Neal’s No. 32 jersey. Is he team’s best player ever?
Read full article: Orlando Magic retire Shaquille O’Neal’s No. 32 jersey. Is he team’s best player ever?Shaquille O’Neal’s number will be retired Feb. 13 by the Orlando Magic, who will become the third NBA franchise to give that tribute to the four-time champion and Basketball Hall of Famer.
Victor Wembanyama's NBA education is underway. The French teen is passing the early tests
Read full article: Victor Wembanyama's NBA education is underway. The French teen is passing the early testsSan Antonio’s Victor Wembanyama has experienced the wide spectrum of highs and lows during this first couple of weeks in the NBA.
Things to know about the NBA season: Lots of money, lots of talent, lots of stats
Read full article: Things to know about the NBA season: Lots of money, lots of talent, lots of statsNBA teams currently have about $4.8 billion in salary committed to players for this season, meaning the average per team is around $160 million.
Carmelo Anthony retires from NBA, after 19-year career, NCAA title, 3 Olympic gold medals
Read full article: Carmelo Anthony retires from NBA, after 19-year career, NCAA title, 3 Olympic gold medalsCarmelo Anthony, the star forward who led Syracuse to an NCAA championship in his lone college season and went on to spend 19 years in the NBA, announced his retirement on Monday.
‘It was cool:’ Shaq gives more than 30 new laptops to Orlando Boys and Girls Club
Read full article: ‘It was cool:’ Shaq gives more than 30 new laptops to Orlando Boys and Girls ClubA local Boys and Girls Club Clubhouse has been gifted more than 30 laptops after a team member makes a half-court shot during a challenge by NBA legend Shaquille O'Neil.
Shaq’s Big Chicken restaurant coming to Central Florida. Here’s what we know so far
Read full article: Shaq’s Big Chicken restaurant coming to Central Florida. Here’s what we know so farFormer NBA great Shaquille O'Neal has left a big mark on the restaurant industry in recent years and now he is expanding his culinary footprint into in Central Florida.
Shaq Attack: O’Neal ready to rumble in tag match for AEW
Read full article: Shaq Attack: O’Neal ready to rumble in tag match for AEWNonprofit gets new hoops for victims of domestic abuse with help from Shaq, Orlando MagicHack-a-Shaq is coming to All Elite Wrestling. Shaquille O'Neal may again absorb some intentional hits in his tag team match this week. Ad“I’m the type, I can never back down from a challenge,” O’Neal told The Associated Press. O'Neal was crushed as a teenager when Hulk Hogan slammed and defeated Andre the Giant in the main event of WrestleMania III. Ad“I told him, ‘you broke my heart when you body-slammed Andre the Giant,’” O’Neal said.
Shaq's historic Atlanta Krispy Kreme damaged by raging fire
Read full article: Shaq's historic Atlanta Krispy Kreme damaged by raging fireFirefighters work at the Krispy Kreme Doughnuts store in Atlanta on Wednesday, Feb. 10, 2021. (AP Photo/Ron Harris)ATLANTA – A historic Krispy Kreme Doughnuts store in Atlanta owned by basketball star Shaquille O'Neal that dates back to the mid-1960s was engulfed in flames early Wednesday, heavily damaging the structure. In the meantime, our Ponce team members will continue to receive full pay while we identify and offer them roles at other area Krispy Kreme shops." The Midtown Krispy Kreme was one of the first locations established outside the company's main bases of operations in Winston-Salem, North Carolina and Nashville, Tennessee. After Martin Luther King Jr.’s funeral in April 1968, the Krispy Kreme fed mourners by donating 150 dozen donuts to Atlanta churches.
LaVine scores 39 points to lift Bulls past Magic, 118-92
Read full article: LaVine scores 39 points to lift Bulls past Magic, 118-92ORLANDO, Fla. – Zach LaVine bounced back from a poor performance a night earlier and scored 39 points Saturday as the Chicago Bulls routed the injury-plagued Orlando Magic 118-92. He scored 22 points in the first half and chipped in seven rebounds and four assists as the Bulls snapped a two-game losing streak. Orlando's Nikola Vucevic, who scored a career-best 43 points in Friday’s win, had 17 points and eight rebounds. The guard, who entered the night 10th in the NBA with 26.5 points per game, had another 12 points before exiting for good. Rookie Patrick Williams chipped in 16 points and 10 rebounds, while Coby White added 13 points.
O’Neal hosting SHAQ Bowl on Super Bowl Sunday
Read full article: O’Neal hosting SHAQ Bowl on Super Bowl Sunday(AP Photo/Kevork Djansezian)Fans looking for pregame entertainment before the Super Bowl will have another option this year. Shaquille O'Neal will be holding the virtual SHAQ Bowl on Feb. 7. It's one of the few events taking place in Tampa, Florida, since many parties that traditionally take place during Super Bowl week have been canceled this year due to the coronavirus pandemic. The SHAQ Bowl takes the place of Shaq's Fun House, which had been held the past two years in Atlanta and Miami. The SHAQ Bowl also has its own halftime show with Migos and DJ Diesel performing.
Shaq’s Isleworth mansion discounted by $3 million. Here’s how much it’s going to cost you
Read full article: Shaq’s Isleworth mansion discounted by $3 million. Here’s how much it’s going to cost youORLANDO, Fla. – For the second time in two months, an Orlando sports legend’s sprawling home has become a little more affordable. Shaquille O’Neal’s Isleworth mansion can now be had for a reduced price. Full Screen 1 / 65 NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal has listed his Isleworth estate at 9927 Giffin Court for $28 million. (Photo: Uneek)Shaq first put the 31,000-square-foot home on the market in 2018 for $28 million. The mansion features 12 bedrooms, a theater, 6,000-square-foot indoor basketball court and a massive 95-foot-long pool overlooking Lake Butler.
NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal endorses John Mina for Orange County sheriff
Read full article: NBA legend Shaquille O’Neal endorses John Mina for Orange County sheriffORLANDO, Fla. – Former Orlando Magic great Shaquille O’Neal has endorsed John Mina’s re-election bid for Orange County sheriff. Mina released a statement Monday, saying he’s thrilled to have the backing of the NBA legend. “Shaq called Orange County home for many, years and has witnessed firsthand the impact strong leadership in law enforcement can have on our community,” Mina said. Mina will square off against four other Democrats and two write-in candidates. According to the Orlando Sentinel, the following candidates will run against Mina:
Florida’s Fourth Estate: Special at-home edition
Read full article: Florida’s Fourth Estate: Special at-home editionIt’s a special at-home edition of Florida’s Fourth Estate. And since they are broadcasting from their homes they each get a visit from special guests. Florida’s Fourth Estate looks at everything from swampy politics to a fragile environment and even the crazy headlines that make Florida the craziest state in the Union. Big influencers like Attorney John Morgan, renowned Florida journalists and the scientists protecting Florida’s ecosystem can often be found as guests. Look for new episodes every week, and visit ClickOrlando.com for the latest WKMG News 6 coverage of Orlando and beyond.
Shaq gives 'Lyft' to customers in Atlanta
Read full article: Shaq gives 'Lyft' to customers in AtlantaATLANTA – With the popularity of on-demand ride-services like Uber and Lyft on the rise, former NBA All Star Shaquille O'Neal has decided to get in on the action. However, the former Orlando Magic and Los Angeles Lakers star decided to go undercover to do so. The big man sung with passengers, asked them about their favorite basketball players and gave a glowing endorsement of his 1996 box office bomb "Kazaam."