Team USA made headlines for their lackluster roster earlier this summer and it finally came back to bite them. The Americans were defeated by France 89-79, breaking a 58 game win streak in international play. The last time Team USA lost a game in the FIBA world cup was in …
Read More »NBA Playoffs: Toronto Blows Out Orlando to Close Out Series
The Toronto Raptors are moving on to the second round of the playoffs for the fourth year in a row. This came at the expense of the Orlando Magic as they were eliminated in five games. Game 5 was another blowout win for the Raptors 115 to 96. Three out …
Read More »Orlando Magic Confident Ahead of Game 3 Clash with Raptors
The Magic are set to take on the Toronto Raptors in Game 3 of the first round of the NBA playoffs. The series is moving to Orlando for the first time, and the game will tip off at 7 p.m. The city is ready. Are you? #BlueAndWhiteIgnite pic.twitter.com/tXrW1D3s6C — Orlando …
Read More »Raptors even series with Magic at 1-1 behind Leonard’s 37 points
The Toronto Raptors most definitely redeemed themselves from a disappointing Game 1 performance. Following D.J. Augustine’s late heroics on that occasion, the Raptors needed a pair of big performances from their star-studded duo. Head coach Nick Nurse received just that from Kawhi Leonard and Kyle Lowry. Leonard netted 37 points …
Read More »Eastern Conference Playoff Update
With the conclusion of all game one’s in the first round of the NBA Playoffs, there are a few storylines and updates to look into, especially in the Eastern Conference. Will the Nets continue to make noise? D’Angelo Russell has always referenced ice in his veins, but after a strong …
Read More »NBA Eastern Conference Playoffs
The NBA Playoffs tip-off this weekend showcasing the eight best Eastern Conference teams during the 2018-2019 regular season. Milwaukee Bucks vs. Detroit Pistons The road to the playoffs has ended. Sunday we start a new journey.#FearTheDeer pic.twitter.com/5jDQFBvsaY — Milwaukee Bucks (@Bucks) April 12, 2019 Giannis Antetokounmpo is the Kingpin of …
Read More »NBA Western Conference Playoff Outlook
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for professional hoops fans. The 2019 NBA playoff bracket is finally set. In the western conference, all eyes lay on the reigning champions: the Golden State Warriors. The defending champs are looking for their third consecutive championship this year. Here are the …
Read More »NBA Playoffs: Magic gearing up for tough test against the Raptors
For the first time in seven years, the Orlando Magic will be playing meaningful basketball in April this weekend. On Saturday, the team will be in Ontario to take on the Toronto Raptors. This marks their first playoff series since they lost to the Indiana Pacers in 2012. The Magic …
Read More »Orlando Magic Clinch Playoff Spot, Heat Face Long Odds to Make Playoffs
The Orlando Magic clinched a playoff spot for the first time in seven seasons. Meanwhile, the Miami Heat crumbled in OT in Toronto and their playoff hopes are on thin ice. Magic Are Back To start with, after dealing with four different head coaches, five seasons with 50-plus losses, the …
Read More »NBA Eastern and Western Playoff Races
Two different tales have unfolded in the NBA regular season and we’re just days away from its climax. The sixth, seventh and eighth seeds are still up for grabs in the East, while all 8 playoff spots have been secured in the West. Eastern Conference Teams in the Eastern conference …
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