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Bosh scores 40 but Raptors fall to Magic (AP)

Jameer Nelson scored a season-high 22 points to lead Orlando to a 103-90 win over the Toronto Raptors on Tuesday night, overcoming a season-high 40-point effort by Chris Bosh. Bosh also had 18 rebounds, but the Raptors had 24 turnovers. Rashard Lewis and Hedo Turkoglu each added 22 points and Dwight Howard had 18 for the Magic, who beat the Raptors 4-1 in their Eastern Conference playoff series...

Hedo Turkoglu holds together Orlando Magic in win over Charlotte Bobcats
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Magic top Bobcats despite Howard's woes (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu scored 20 points to lead the Orlando Magic to a 90-85 win Sunday night over the Charlotte Bobcats. Mickael Pietrus scored 18 points, Rashard Lewis had 17 and Jameer Nelson had 15 for Orlando. All-Star center Dwight Howard was shut down by Charlotte's defense, scoring just four points, and fouled out for the first time this season with 3:18 remaining.

Magic hand Mavericks fifth straight loss (AP)

Rashard Lewis scored 23 points, including the tying and go-ahead points on free throws with 10.9 seconds left, to give the Orlando Magic a 102-100 victory over the careening Dallas Mavericks on Friday night. The Magic trailed for all but a few seconds over the first 45-plus minutes, but clutch baskets by Jameer Nelson and a pair of tough 3-pointers by Mickael Pietrus put Orlando ahead.

Bobcats' Richardson out about a week (AP)
Charlotte Bobcats scoring leader Jason Richardson will be out about a week following arthroscopic surgery on his right knee. Richardson underwent an exploratory procedure Wednesday after complaining about inflammation. A team spokesman said no structural damage was found, but Richardson will miss Friday's game against Utah and is doubtful for Sunday's contest against Orlando.

Magic's Howard has first triple-double (AP)

Even after his latest feat made his nickname a little outdated, Dwight Howard doesn't mind if people still call him "The Daily Double." Howard recorded his first career triple-double with 30 points, 19 rebounds and 10 blocks Wednesday night and the Orlando Magic beat the Oklahoma City Thunder 109-92.

Thunder F Durant out with ankle injury (AP)
Kevin Durant missed the Oklahoma City Thunder's game against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night because of a sore left ankle. Coach P.J. Carlesimo said Durant will be day-to-day and his status for Friday's game at New York is up in the air. Desmond Mason started in his place against Orlando. "We're looking at a back-to-back, so you don't know," Carlesimo said, referring to games Friday and...

Thunder's Durant out vs. Magic
Kevin Durant missed the Oklahoma City Thunder's game against the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night because of a sore left ankle. Coach P.J. Carlesimo said Durant will be day-to-day and his status for Friday's game at New York is up in the air. Desmond Mason started in his place against Orlando. Durant, the NBA's rookie of the year, scored 37 points in Oklahoma City's loss at Indiana on Monday, but only practiced for a few minutes on Tuesday because of the ankle.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/451300706" height="1" width="1"/

Richardson to miss a week after surgery
Bobcats scoring leader Jason Richardson will be out about a week following arthroscopic surgery Wednesday on his right knee. The 6-foot-6 guard will miss Friday's game against Utah and is doubtful for Sunday against Orlando, the team said. Richardson is averaging 17.6 points. He led Charlotte with 23 points in an 88-80 loss to Denver on Tuesday that dropped the Bobcats to 2-5 under coach Larry Brown.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/450977852" height="1" width="1"/

Roy's 27 lead Blazers to first road win (AP)

Brandon Roy scored 27 points to lead the Portland Trail Blazers to their first road win with a 106-99 victory over the Orlando Magic on Monday night. Dwight Howard had 29 points and a season-high 18 rebounds and Hedo Turkoglu added 35 points for the Magic, who finished their homestand 4-1. Point guard Steve Blake and reserve Travis Outlaw had 20 apiece as Portland's bench outscored Orlando's 40-12.

Howard helps Magic win fourth straight (AP)

Dwight Howard had a season-high 31 points and 16 rebounds and also blocked three shots to help the Orlando Magic win their fourth straight game, 106-81 over the winless Washington Wizards on Saturday night. Howard, who leads the NBA in blocked shots, hit 11 of 13 shots and nine of 14 free throws. Mickael Pietrus added 18 points, and Keith Bogans had 13 for Orlando (4-2).

Magic beat 76ers for third straight win (AP)
Hedo Turkoglu and Rashard Lewis scored 20 points apiece and the Orlando Magic overcame Dwight Howard's foul trouble to beat the Philadelphia 76ers 98-88 on Thursday night. With All-Star center Howard limited to only four minutes in the first half, the Magic got strong performances from Tony Battie and Lewis, who picked up the rebounding slack as Orlando won its third straight game.

Howard's 22 and 15 lift Magic over Bulls (AP)
Dwight Howard had 22 points and 15 rebounds to lead the Orlando Magic past the Chicago Bulls, 96-93 on Monday night. Chicago's Ben Gordon missed a fall-away jumper with 15 seconds left that would have tied the game and the ball was batted out of bounds off Chicago. Rashard Lewis made two of four free throws in the final 23 seconds before Andres Nocioni missed a leaning 3-pointer at the buzzer that...

Howard powers Magic to first victory (AP)
The Orlando Magic were one of the best offensive teams in the NBA last season and one of the worst the first two games this season. Things could be back to normal after a rousing 121-103 victory over the Sacramento Kings on Saturday night that featured four Magic starters scoring 20 or more points. Dwight Howard led the way for Orlando with 29 points and 14 rebounds, but he had plenty of help.

Howard dominates as Orlando notches 1st win
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Gay's buzzer-beater lifts Grizzlies (AP)
Rudy Gay hit an 18-foot jumper as time expired Friday night to give the Memphis Grizzlies an 86-84 win over the Orlando Magic. The shot over Keith Bogans came as Gay came around a screen by Marc Gasol. It gave Gay 29 points to lead the Grizzlies to their first win in a home opener since moving to Memphis in the 2001-02 season.

Johnson's surge helps Hawks top Magic (AP)
Joe Johnson scored 25 points, including nine in the fourth quarter, to help the Atlanta Hawks hold off a late Orlando rally for a 99-85 win Wednesday night in the season opener for both teams. Dwight Howard had 22 points and 15 rebounds to lead the Magic, who lost their home opener for only the second time in the last nine seasons.

VIDEO: NBA Preview: Southeast Division
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Howard looks to help Magic join elite (AP)
Dwight Howard wants to be Superman not just one day a year. Howard, the talented Orlando Magic center who wore a red cape and 'S' on his chest in winning the 2008 NBA Slam Dunk Competition, doesn't want to just be the NBA's best big man. He wants to be the best player. The tools are there. The 6-foot-10 Howard can bench press 225 pounds 25 times; has a 38-inch vertical leap; is the third-fastest...

Magic win sixth straight, beat Grizzlies (AP)

Rashard Lewis and Hedo Turkoglu each scored 22 points to lead the Orlando Magic to a 101-90 victory over the Memphis Grizzlies Wednesday night in the final preseason game for both teams. J.J. Redick, competing for time at shooting guard, added 15 as the Magic cruised to their sixth straight preseason win.

Gay sits out with staph infection
Memphis forward Rudy Gay has a staph infection and did not play Tuesday night in the Grizzlies' preseason game against the Miami Heat. Gay will be a game-time decision for Memphis' exhibition finale Wednesday against the Orlando Magic. The team did not reveal specifics of the infection, other than saying it was "in his leg area." There are several different kinds of staph, and the most common cause skin infections and irritations limited to small area of a person's body.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/428083161" height="1" width="1"/

Howard's 29 points lead Magic over Hawks (AP)

Dwight Howard had 29 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Orlando Magic to a 109-103 preseason victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Monday night. Joe Johnson, who led the Hawks with 26 points, hit a 3-pointer with 1:10 remaining to pull the Hawks to 102-100. Howard responded with a 5-foot turnaround jumper to make it 104-100 with 54 seconds remaining.

Magic beat Heat for fourth straight win (AP)
Dwight Howard scored 26 points, and the Orlando Magic used a second-quarter run to build a big lead Saturday night before holding off the Miami Heat, 100-92 for their fourth consecutive preseason victory. The 24-6 run started with Howard's free throw with 6:04 to play in the quarter and was followed by a pair of 3-pointers from guard J.J.

Magic rally in 2nd half to beat Bobcats (AP)
Rashard Lewis scored 26 points and the Orlando Magic rallied in the second half to beat the Charlotte Bobcats 94-84 on Thursday. Dwight Howard added 15 points and Keith Bogans 14 for the Magic, who overcame poor free-throw shooting to win their third consecutive preseason game. Gerald Wallace had 18 points and nine rebounds for the Bobcats before coming out of the game in the fourth quarter with a...

Magic beat CSKA Moscow in exhibition (AP)
Dwight Howard had 28 points and 10 rebounds and the Orlando Magic overwhelmed defending Euroleague champion CSKA Moscow 94-66 in an exhibition game Friday night. Howard was 10-for-12 from the floor and added five steals in 28 minutes, Hedo Turkoglu scored 16 points and Rashard Lewis added 15 as the Magic improved to 2-1 in exhibition games.

Hawks spoil Porter's debut with Suns (AP)

Marvin Williams scored 19 points, Josh Smith had 18 and the Atlanta Hawks spoiled Terry Porter's debut as Phoenix coach, rallying to beat the Suns 100-96 Wednesday night. It was the second victory in two exhibition games for the Hawks, who also defeated Orlando on Monday. Williams and Smith got lots of offensive support.

Brown loses Bobcats preseason debut (AP)

Dwight Howard scored 20 points to lead the Orlando Magic to a 118-80 preseason rout of the Charlotte Bobcats on Wednesday night. Rashard Lewis had 17 points to lead three other Magic players in double figures as Orlando spoiled the debut of new Bobcats coach Larry Brown. Charlotte trailed by 31 points after only one quarter, and Orlando's lead grew to as much as 44 in the fourth quarter.

Personal matter to keep Rivers from Celts tonight
Boston Celtics coach Doc Rivers was not with the team for its exhibition opener against the Philadelphia 76ers on Wednesday night so he could return to his home in Orlando, Fla., for a personal matter.

Magic pick up Redick's $2.8M option
The Orlando Magic picked up their $2.8 million option on former Duke star J.J. Redick for next season. Redick has struggled to work his way into the backcourt rotation and last season asked for a trade. He was the first guard off the bench in the Magic's loss to Atlanta in the preseason opener Monday, scoring 12 points, and drew praise from coach Stan Van Gundy for his play in practices. Redick, the team's first-round pick in 2006, originally signed a two-year deal with two one-year options.img src="http://feeds.feedburner.com/~r/Foxsports/rss/NBA/~4/414093419" height="1" width="1"/

Positive sign: Redick's option picked up by Magic
The Orlando Magic picked up their $2.8 million option on former Duke star J.J. Redick for next season.

Evans, Law lift Hawks over Magic (AP)

Reserve guards Maurice Evans and Acie Law scored 17 and 20 points respectively, and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Orlando Magic 118-101 Monday night in the preseason opener for both teams. Rashard Lewis led Orlando with 22 points. Olympian Dwight Howard had 17 points, five rebounds and eight blocks. The block total matches Howard's regular-season best.

Longtime Magic forward Garrity retires from NBA
Orlando Magic forward Pat Garrity is retiring from the NBA after 10 pro seasons.

Magic F Garrity retires after 10 seasons (AP)
Orlando Magic forward Pat Garrity is retiring from the NBA. Garrity played 10 pro seasons -- nine with the Magic -- after spending his rookie year with the Phoenix Suns. He appeared in 513 games for Orlando, second most in franchise history. The 32-year-old player from Notre Dame was a free agent after last season.

Howard wants another shot at gold in '12 (AP)
Dwight Howard and his Olympic gold medal have been nearly inseparable since the Beijing Games. And the Orlando Magic center would like another one. Howard hopes to be on the roster for the 2012 London Games so he can defend his Olympic title and capture his second gold medal. "I want to be a part of the team," he said Thursday during a visit to his Atlanta alma mater.

Oklahoma City team's nickname will be Thunder
As Oklahoma City's NBA team prepared to reveal its name and logo, the NBA's Web site showed "Thunder" as the name and the color scheme as blue, yellow and orange. The franchise planned to formally reveal the team's nickname, colors and logo at 5 p.m. CDT. Earlier this week, a handful of NBA team Web sites, including that of the Orlando Magic, offered tickets for games against "the Thunder.

Arroyo signs with Israeli team
Point guard Carlos Arroyo, who spent the last two seasons with the Orlando Magic, has become the latest NBA player to bolt overseas, signing with an Israeli team. The 29-year-old Arroyo signed a one-year deal with Maccabi Tel Aviv. "I'm very happy we've completed this signing," Maccabi coach Effi Birnboim said Monday on the club's Web site. "Arroyo is a player of the highest standard and has been our top priority for a while. Arroyo has averaged 7 points and 3.

PG Arroyo signs with Israeli team (AP)
Point guard Carlos Arroyo, who spent the last two seasons with the Orlando Magic, has become the latest NBA player to bolt overseas, signing with an Israeli team. The 29-year-old Arroyo signed a one-year deal with Maccabi Tel Aviv. "I'm very happy we've completed this signing," Maccabi coach Effi Birnboim said Monday on the club's Web site.

Magic re-sign free agent Foyle
The Orlando Magic re-signed free agent center Adonal Foyle, one of four members of the Magic to play in each of the team's 82 regular-season games this past season. He averaged 1.9 points and 2.5 rebounds per game this past season. Foyle was selected in the first round - eighth overall - of the 1997 NBA draft by the Warriors and remains Golden State's franchise leader in blocked shots.

Hawks sign sixth-man Evans
The Hawks completed their deal with Maurice Evans on Tuesday, locking up a replacement for sixth-man Josh Childress. The 6-foot-5 Evans started 47 times for the Orlando Magic last season and averaged a career-high 9.3 points. He was quickly targeted by Atlanta after Childress, a restricted free agent, stunned Atlanta last week by signing with Greek powerhouse Olympiakos.

Nets introduce new guard Dooling
When he was a free agent three years ago, Keyon Dooling was wooed by the New Jersey Nets. He recalled having dinner at a New York restaurant with Nets coach Lawrence Frank and team president Rod Thorn, when he got a call from the Magic. He eventually signed a three-year contract with Orlando, turning down an offer from the Nets. Three years later, the 28-year-old guard has landed in New Jersey.

Nets acquire G Dooling from Magic (AP)
The New Jersey Nets acquired guard Keyon Dooling from the Orlando Magic in a sign and trade deal on Monday. In exchange for Dooling, the Nets gave the Magic cash and the trade exception they got in the deal that sent Jason Kidd to the Dallas Mavericks. "Keyon is a versatile NBA veteran, and we are pleased to add him to our roster," Nets president Rod Thorn said.

Nets acquire Dooling from Magic
The New Jersey Nets say they have acquired guard Keyon Dooling from the Orlando Magic in exchange for cash considerations. The eight-year NBA veteran averaged 8.1 points and 1.8 assists in 72 games for the Magic last season. Dooling previously played for the Los Angeles Clippers and the Miami Heat. He has career averages of 6.8 points, 1.3 rebounds and 1.9 assists. Dooling was originally taken with the 10th overall pick out of Missouri in the 2000 NBA Draft.

Sources: Nets acquire guard Dooling from Magic
The New Jersey Nets acquired guard Keyon Dooling from the Orlando Magic for cash considerations, pending league approval, according to sources.

Magic's Howard ready to go in Beijing (AP)

Dwight Howard has been brushing up on his Chinese. He can already say "hello" and "I love you." Soon, he and his Olympic teammates hope, the All-Star center this summer will add "gold" to that list. "Everybody wants to see us win, and they're counting on us to win," Howard said Tuesday, preparing for the men's basketball training camp in Las Vegas next week before the team heads to Beijing.

Magic sign PG Johnson to back up Nelson
The Orlando Magic signed veteran free-agent point guard Anthony Johnson on Tuesday. Johnson will back up starter Jameer Nelson as he enters his 12th NBA season. He played in 69 games last season for the Atlanta Hawks and Sacramento Kings. Johnson had a brief stint with Orlando in the 1999-2000 season, appearing in 18 games. The 33-year-old guard has played with seven different teams, averaging 5.7 points and 2.9 assists.

Magic sign Johnson to back up point guard Nelson
The Orlando Magic signed veteran free-agent point guard Anthony Johnson on Tuesday.

Magic sign free-agent PG Anthony Johnson (AP)
The Orlando Magic signed veteran free-agent point guard Anthony Johnson on Tuesday. Johnson will back up starter Jameer Nelson as he enters his 12th NBA season. He played in 69 games last season for the Atlanta Hawks and Sacramento Kings. Johnson had a brief stint with Orlando in the 1999-2000 season, appearing in 18 games.

Bulls' Rose out with tendinitis in knee (AP)
Chicago Bulls point guard Derrick Rose sat out the team's summer league game Wednesday with tendinitis in his right knee. Rose, the No. 1 overall pick in the draft, tweaked the knee in an exhibition game Tuesday. He has struggled a little in summer league, where the Bulls are one of six teams playing five matchups in five days in Orlando.

Report: Pietrus to sign with Magic
The Orlando Magic will sign Mickael Pietrus to a multiyear deal, Florida Today reported on its Web site Tuesday. The deal is set to become official when the NBA's free-agent signing period opens Wednesday. Magic general manager Otis Smith confirmed the deal to the newspaper, and it's expected that Pietrus will immediately slide into the starting shooting guard spot with Orlando, which reached the Eastern Conference semifinals this past season.

Report: Magic to sign SG Pietrus (AP)
The Orlando Magic will sign Mickael Pietrus to a multiyear deal, Florida Today reported on its Web site Tuesday. The deal is set to become official when the NBA's free-agent signing period opens Wednesday. Magic general manager Otis Smith confirmed the deal to the newspaper, and it's expected that Pietrus will immediately slide into the starting shooting guard spot with Orlando, which reached the...

Report: Magic to sign Pietrus away from Warriors
The Orlando Magic will reportedly sign Golden State swingman Mickael Pietrus on Wednesday.

Former Sonics start over in Oklahoma (AP)

The uniforms arrived in time, black mesh with white stripes along the sides, the words "Oklahoma City" across the front of the jersey and atop a simple NBA logo. Around the bench, there was barely any SuperSonics green or gold in sight. And with that, Oklahoma City's latest NBA storyline got off to a simple start.

Rose at home in first Bulls practice
Derrick Rose had a lot of questions at his first practice with the Chicago Bulls on Thursday. "I asked a lot of them. I lost count," the 19-year-old guard said following a two-hour practice at the Bulls' suburban training facility. "(But) I felt very comfortable out there. I can't wait to get down to Orlando and start playing.

No. 1 overall pick Rose has questions in 1st practice
Derrick Rose had a lot of questions at his first practice with the Chicago Bulls on Thursday. "I asked a lot of them. I lost count," the 19-year-old guard said following a two-hour practice at the Bulls' suburban training facility. "(But) I felt very comfortable out there. I can't wait to get down to Orlando and start playing.

Magic's top-pick Lee signs, to play summer league
The Orlando Magic signed first-round draft pick Courtney Lee on Thursday.

Howard's injury could be worrisome for Team USA
Dwight Howard was forced to sit out practice Saturday due to a stress fracture of his sternum, an injury he sustained during the Orlando Magic's second round playoff loss to the Detroit Pistons.



Ariza exercises option to stay with Lakers
Forward Trevor Ariza, acquired in a November trade with Orlando, has exercised his player contract option to remain with the Los Angeles Lakers. He appeared in 24 games for the Lakers before breaking a bone in his right foot on Jan. 20. He missed the rest of the regular season and 11 playoff games before returning for Game 2 of the Western Conference finals. Ariza averaged 18 minutes a game in the regular season before being hurt, with averages of 6.5 points, 3.5 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.

Scott encouraged about Hornets' future
Byron Scott had a chance to chat with Michael Jordan last week when the two were in Orlando to watch prospects work out at a pre-draft camp. When they spoke, Scott, the NBA coach of the year, had yet to agree to a contract extension with the New Orleans Hornets. Jordan, now a part-owner of the Charlotte Bobcats, was curious about Scott's plans. "You're not really thinking about leaving Chris Paul, are you?" Scott recalled Jordan asking. "Nah, not really," Scott replied.

Magic give GM Smith multiyear extension
The Orlando Magic signed general manager Otis Smith to a multiyear contract extension. It was a reward for building a team that won the franchise's first division title in 12 years, and advanced in the playoffs for the first time since that last title. Terms were not disclosed. Smith was promoted to full GM in 2006, after sharing the title for a season with Dave Twardzik, who remained assistant general manager. The Magic also extended Twardzik's agreement, the team said Monday.

Magic extend contract of general manager Smith
The Orlando Magic signed general manager Otis Smith to a multiyear contract extension.

Magic sign GM Otis Smith to extension (AP)
The Orlando Magic signed general manager Otis Smith to a multiyear contract extension. It was a reward for building a team that won the franchise's first division title in 12 years, and advanced in the playoffs for the first time since that last title. Terms were not disclosed. Smith was promoted to full GM in 2006, after sharing the title for a season with Dave Twardzik, who remained assistant...

Danny Green, F - CLG
UNC's Green injured in Orlando Visit Rotoworld.com for more analysis on this update.

Anderson hopes to coach in NBA (AP)
Kenny Anderson was back on an NBA bench Wednesday, wearing a collared shirt and holding a notebook. At 37, his playing days are over. He hopes his coaching days are just beginning. The former NBA guard and New York City high school great is an assistant coach this week for one of the six teams at the league's predraft camp at the Disney complex near Orlando.

Dorsey offers 'inside' info on NBA draft's top picks
The order of the top two picks for next month's NBA draft, according to Joey Dorsey, have already been determined. Kansas State star forward Michael Beasley, Dorsey says, is going No. 1 to the Chicago Bulls. And point guard Derrick Rose, Dorsey's teammate at Memphis, is going No. 2 to the Miami Heat. "Chicago's got a lot of pressure on them because Derrick's from Chicago," Dorsey said Wednesday, the first full day of the NBA's predraft camp at the Disney complex near Orlando.

Billups ready for Game 1 of East finals
All-Star point guard Chauncey Billups has practiced with the Detroit Pistons and is expected to be ready to play in Game 1 of the Eastern Conference finals. Detroit coach Flip Saunders says Billups looked good enough in practice Thursday that he could have played if there was a game. Billups missed the last two games against the Orlando Magic in the second round with a strained right hamstring.

Magic glum after season ends vs. Pistons (AP)
Rashard Lewis walked out of the Orlando Magic practice complex in street clothes Wednesday, a glossy team picture under his arm. He had no idea what he was going to do for the next few days or weeks. He and the rest of the Magic honestly thought they'd still be playing basketball, even if few others seemed to.

Howard's going through growing pains vs. Pistons
Dwight Howard will have to be Superman to save Orlando. Mike Kahn doesn't see it happening, but says the kid will learn from it.

Pistons eliminate Magic in 5 games (AP)

The Detroit Pistons made just enough shots and stops to advance to the Eastern Conference finals for a sixth straight year. Richard Hamilton scored 19 of his 31 points in the first half, made victory-sealing free throws late in the game and Tayshaun Prince had a key block, helping Detroit hold off the Orlando Magic for a 91-86 win Tuesday night in Game 5 of the second-round series.

Pistons' Billups to miss Game 5 (AP)
Chauncey Billups doesn't do interviews before he plays, so when he spoke to reporters, that provided the update of the night. The All-Star point guard said his right hamstring was not healthy enough to help the Detroit Pistons in Game 5 of their second-round series with the Orlando Magic. "My improvement from yesterday to today was amazing, but I still haven't been able to sprint full court and...

Billups not expected to play in Game 5
Chauncey Billups is not expected to play for the Detroit Pistons in Game 5 against the Orlando Magic because of a strained right hamstring. Billups was hurt early in Game 3 and did not play the following game, which the Pistons won to take a 3-1 lead in the second-round series. The All-Star point guard went through a strenuous workout confined to a 15-foot area on Monday, the day before Game 5. Billups was replaced by rookie Rodney Stuckey and veteran Lindsey Hunter on Saturday.

Uh-oh: Nelson guarantees Magic will win Game 5
His team backed into a 3-1 corner in the Eastern Conference semifinals, Orlando Magic guard Jameer Nelson guaranteed a Magic victory when the series returns to Detroit on Tuesday.

Billups' Game 4 status uncertain despite treatment
The Detroit Pistons are aggressively treating Chauncey Billups' strained hamstring with the hope he can return for Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series against the Orlando Magic on Saturday.

Prince gives Pistons 3-1 lead over Magic (AP)

Richard Hamilton scored 32 points and Hedo Turkoglu missed a layup with time running out as the Detroit Pistons beat the Orlando Magic 90-89 on Saturday to take a 3-1 lead in their Eastern Conference semifinal series. Tayshaun Prince scored 17 for Detroit, including an 11-foot runner for the go-ahead basket with 8.9 seconds left.

Pistons' Billups not in lineup in Game 4 vs. Magic
Detroit Pistons guard Chauncey Billups won't play in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Orlando Magic on Saturday. Pistons coach Flip Saunders says Billups wouldn't be effective because of a sore hamstring. The All-Star strained it on Thursday after getting tied up under the basket with an Orlando player. With Billups out, the Pistons are activating guards Lindsey Hunter and Juan Dixon.

Pistons' Billups won't play in Game 4 against Magic
Detroit Pistons guard Chauncey Billups won't play in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Orlando Magic on Saturday. Pistons coach Flip Saunders says Billups wouldn't be effective because of a sore hamstring. The All-Star strained it on Thursday after getting tied up under the basket with an Orlando player. With Billups out, the Pistons are activating guards Lindsey Hunter and Juan Dixon.

Billups out for Game 4; Stuckey expected to start
Detroit Pistons guard Chauncey Billups won't play in Game 4 of the Eastern Conference semifinals against the Orlando Magic on Saturday.

Pistons holding out hope for Billups in Game 4
Orlando Magic coach Stan Van Gundy sees a little bit of Chauncey Billups in Pistons rookie Rodney Stuckey. Both have good size and strength for point guards and are tough to keep out of the paint. But Billups has more than 100 playoff games under his belt, and Stuckey is appearing in just his second series. The Pistons are aggressively treating Billups' strained hamstring and hope he can return for Game 4 of their Eastern Conference semifinal series in Orlando on Saturday.

Pistons PG Stuckey may spell Billups (AP)
Orlando Magic coach Stan Van Gundy sees a little bit of Chauncey Billups in Pistons rookie Rodney Stuckey. Both have good size and strength for point guards and are tough to keep out of the paint. But Billups has more than 100 playoff games under his belt, and Stuckey is appearing in just his second series.

Pistons G Billups unsure about Game 4 (AP)

Chauncey Billups spent almost all Wednesday night in the trainer's room. He was there Thursday, when the rest of the Detroit Pistons took the court to practice. And he'll be there most of Friday, too. "He's going to have stuff he's never seen before," said Arnie Kander, Detroit's strength and conditioning coach.

Billups sore, unsure he can go in Game 4
Chauncey Billups said Thursday he was still sore, a night after he was forced to leave the Pistons' loss to Orlando in Game 3 of the Eastern Conference semifinals because of a strained right hamstring. The All-Star guard said he isn't sure if he will be ready to play in Game 4 on Saturday in Orlando. The Magic's 111-86 victory Wednesday cut the Pistons' lead to 2-1. "Just going to take it one day at a time and see what happens," Billups said.

Magic turn things around in Game 3
'Sheed couldn't guard Rashard Lewis. That's one of many reasons why Orlando dominated Detroit in Game 3, Charley Rosen says.

Lewis' 33 help Magic pull within 2-1 (AP)

The Orlando Magic won't be swept by the Detroit Pistons again. Rashard Lewis made sure of it Wednesday night. Lewis scored a career playoff-high 33 points and the Magic broke down the Pistons' stout defense in a 111-86 victory. Detroit leads the Eastern Conference semifinals 2-1, but it may have to play without All-Star point guard Chauncey Billups.

Billups leaves Pistons-Magic game early with injury
Detroit guard Chauncey Billups left the court with a strained right hamstring early in the first quarter of Game 3 of the second-round series against Orlando on Wednesday night. The Pistons said Billups' return was questionable. He got tied up with Orlando's Jameer Nelson on a drive to the basket. Nelson's leg caught Billups', and the Pistons' All-Star fell to the court. Billups is averaging 17.5 points in the postseason, second-best on the team.

Pistons' Billups strains hamstring, leaves Game 3
Detroit guard Chauncey Billups left the court with an apparent injury early in the first quarter of Game 3 of the second-round series against Orlando on Wednesday night.

Billups leaves with hamstring strain (AP)
Detroit guard Chauncey Billups left the court with a strained right hamstring early in the first quarter of Game 3 of the second-round series against Orlando on Wednesday night. The Pistons said Billups' return was questionable. He got tied up with Orlando's Jameer Nelson on a drive to the basket. Nelson's leg caught Billups', and the Pistons' All-Star fell to the court.

LIVE: Pistons playing Magic in Game 3
Dwight Howard and the Magic are staring at a 2-0 deficit and badly need to beat the Pistons tonight. Follow Game 3 LIVE from Orlando.

Magic's plane diverted due to mechanical problems
The Orlando Magic's flight from Detroit to Orlando was diverted because of a mechanical problem.

Mechanical issue diverts Magic's flight (AP)
The Orlando Magic's flight from Detroit to Orlando was diverted because of a mechanical problem. Team spokesman Joel Glass says the plane landed in Cincinnati as a precaution late Monday. The Magic were trying to return home after a 100-93 loss to the Detroit Pistons that set them back 2-0 in the second-round playoff series.

NBA admits Billups' 3 should not have counted
The NBA admitted Chauncey Billups' 3-pointer at the end of the third quarter of Monday's Detroit-Orlando playoff game should not have counted, but said referees weren't allowed to review instant replay to determine that.

NBA: Billups' shot should not have counted
The NBA admitted Chauncey Billups' 3-pointer at the end of the third quarter of Monday's Detroit-Orlando playoff game should not have counted, but said referees weren't allowed to review instant replay to determine that. League president Joel Litvin also said the disputed shot, which gave Detroit a 78-76 lead in its 100-93 victory, could not have been replayed after the clock malfunction was discovered.

Magic need perfection vs. Pistons (AP)
The Orlando Magic know what it takes to beat the Detroit Pistons. Take care of the ball. Don't force shots. Find the open man. And don't get frustrated. They have done that for stretches of their second-round, best-of-seven series -- none more impressive than a 36-point third quarter in a 100-93 loss on Monday.

Pistons' Billups wins sportsmanship award
Chauncey Billups was presented with the NBA's Walter J. Kennedy sportsmanship award Monday night before Detroit's playoff game against the Orlando Magic. The award, which is voted on by the Professional Basketball Writers Association, is given to a player or coach who shows "outstanding service and dedication to the community." Billups has hosted a charity golf tournament in Detroit in each of the last three summers, and also is involved in work in Minneapolis and his hometown of Denver.

Billups wins sportsmanship award (AP)
Chauncey Billups was presented with the NBA's Walter J. Kennedy sportsmanship award Monday night before Detroit's playoff game against the Orlando Magic. The award, which is voted on by the Professional Basketball Writers Association, is given to a player or coach who shows "outstanding service and dedication to the community." Billups has hosted a charity golf tournament in Detroit in each of the...

Disputed shot helps Pistons to 2-0 lead (AP)

The Detroit Pistons took advantage of what seemed to be a little help from the scorer's table and went on beat the Orlando Magic. Chauncey Billups scored 28 points, three on a disputed shot at the end of the third quarter, and Detroit got past Orlando for a 100-93 win Monday night and a 2-0 lead in the second-round series.

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The Magic made it interesting in the second half, but the Pistons pulled away for a 2-0 lead as the series heads to Orlando.

Magic, Pistons trade barbs before Game 2 (AP)
The Detroit-Orlando series is not as intriguing as the other three matchups in the NBA playoffs. The Pistons and Magic are trying to change that. A day after Detroit beat Orlando 91-72 in Game 1 of their second-round series, players on both teams took verbal swipes at each other. Magic forward Rashard Lewis took down Theo Ratliff with a physical foul midway through the fourth quarter, and Jason...

Lewis, Ratliff getting chippy after Game 1
The Detroit-Orlando series is not as intriguing as the other three matchups in the NBA playoffs. The Pistons and Magic are trying to change that. A day after Detroit beat Orlando 91-72 in Game 1 of their second-round series, players on both teams took verbal swipes at each other. Magic forward Rashard Lewis took down Theo Ratliff with a physical foul midway through the fourth quarter, and Jason Maxiell quickly got in Lewis' face with a menacing look and choice words.

Pistons rip Magic 91-72 in series opener (AP)
The Detroit-Orlando series is not as intriguing as the other three matchups in the NBA playoffs. The Pistons and Magic are trying to change that. A day after Detroit beat Orlando 91-72 in Game 1 of their second-round series, players on both teams took verbal swipes at each other. Magic forward Rashard Lewis took down Theo Ratliff with a physical foul midway through the fourth quarter, and Jason...

Pistons rip Magic 91-72 in series opener (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu's uncontested dunk early in the second half gave the Orlando Magic their first lead. Less than a minute later, the Detroit Pistons took over. Chauncey Billups had 19 points, seven assists and played a key role in the decisive run of the game, leading Detroit to a 91-72 win over Orlando on Saturday night in Game 1 of the second-round series.

Magic's Howard compared to Wilt, Shaq (AP)
The Detroit Pistons will host the Orlando Magic in Game 1 of an Eastern Conference semifinal less than 48 hours after tipping off in Philadelphia. The way they closed out the 76ers, the second-seeded Pistons are glad to get right back at it Saturday night against the Dwight Howard-led Magic. After a lackluster start, Detroit dominated the Sixers for the final 2 1/2 games of the series.

Pistons oust 76ers with easy Game 6 win (AP)

Close for four games, no contest the last two. Richard Hamilton hit his first five shots during Detroit's overpowering start, and the Pistons rolled into the second round of the playoffs by crushing the Philadelphia 76ers 100-77 on Thursday night to win the series 4-2. The Pistons convincingly won the last two games of a series that wasn't expected to last this long and will host the Orlando Magic,...

Turkoglu chosen NBA's most improved player
Orlando Magic forward Hedo Turkoglu has been selected the NBA's most improved player. The NBA announced Monday that Turkoglu received 380 points, including 61 first-place votes. Memphis Grizzlies guard Rudy Gay was second with 167 points and 23 first-place votes, while Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge was third with 128 points and nine first-place votes. Turkoglu, in his eighth NBA season, averaged a career-high 19.5 points per game, 5.

Magic F Turkoglu named most improved (AP)
Orlando Magic forward Hedo Turkoglu has been selected the NBA's most improved player. The NBA announced Monday that Turkoglu received 380 points, including 61 first-place votes. Memphis Grizzlies guard Rudy Gay was second with 167 points and 23 first-place votes, while Portland Trail Blazers forward LaMarcus Aldridge was third with 128 points and nine first-place votes.

Howard helps Magic eliminate Raptors (AP)

Dwight Howard had 21 points and 21 rebounds and the Orlando Magic advanced to second round of the playoffs for the first time in 12 years, beating the Toronto Raptors 102-92 on Monday night to close out their series in five games. It was Howard's third game with at least 20 points and 20 rebounds in the series.

Report: Turkoglu is NBA's most improved player
Hedo Turkoglu didn't get the call for a mid-season honor when the Eastern Conference All-Star roster was announced. But the Orlando Magic forward did get the nod at the end of the year when he posted career highs in three separate offensive categories.

Magic look to finish Raptors in Game 5 (AP)
Orlando Magic coach Stan Van Gundy has never seen his locker room clear out faster than it did after Game 3 against the Toronto Raptors. It was the Magic's lone loss in the playoffs so far, and at 14 points their worst defeat since February. He gave his players a rare day off from practice to think about it, and Orlando responded with a 106-94 gut-check win Saturday at Toronto to take a 3-1 lead.

Magic take 3-1 series lead on Raptors (AP)

Rashard Lewis had 27 points and 13 rebounds, Dwight Howard added 19 points and 16 boards, and the Orlando Magic beat the Toronto Raptors 106-94 on Saturday to take a 3-1 lead in their first-round playoff series. Jameer Nelson scored 12 of his 19 points in the fourth quarter, while Hedo Turkoglu had 18 points and nine rebounds for the third-seeded Magic.

Raptors can't even series vs. Magic
Orlando was clutch down the stretch to take a 3-1 lead on Toronto, as the Raptors wasted a big night from Chris Bosh (39 points).

Raptors win, cut Magic's lead to 2-1 (AP)
T.J. Ford scored 21 points, Jose Calderon had 18 points and 13 assists, and the Toronto Raptors beat the Orlando Magic 108-94 on Thursday night in Game 3 of their first-round playoff series. Dwight Howard had 19 points and 12 rebounds for the Magic, who lead the best-of-seven series 2-1. Hedo Turkoglu added 24 points and Rashard Lewis had 19.

Moon replaces Nesterovic for Raptors (AP)
Forward Jamario Moon replaced center Rasho Nesterovic in Toronto's starting lineup Thursday night as the Raptors tried to erase a 2-0 deficit in their first-round playoff series against the Orlando Magic. Andrea Bargnani, Chris Bosh, T.J. Ford and Anthony Parker all kept their places in the starting lineup for Toronto.

Mitchell mum on Raptors lineup changes
With his team facing a 2-0 series deficit, Raptors coach Sam Mitchell knows something has to change. Exactly who that change involves, Mitchell isn't saying. The Raptors have lost by double-digit deficits in the first quarter of both playoff games so far against the Orlando Magic. Toronto came back and had a chance to win Game 2, but All-Star forward Chris Bosh's last-second jumper bounced off the front rim, sealing Orlando's 104-103 victory.

Raptors mum on lineup changes for Game 3 (AP)
With his team facing a 2-0 series deficit, Raptors coach Sam Mitchell knows something has to change. Exactly who that change involves, Mitchell isn't saying. The Raptors have lost by double-digit deficits in the first quarter of both playoff games so far against the Orlando Magic. Toronto came back and had a chance to win Game 2, but All-Star forward Chris Bosh's last-second jumper bounced off the...

Orlando holds off Toronto
Dwight Howard scored 29 points and pulled down 20 rebounds, his second consecutive 20-20 game, as the Magic edged the Raptors 104-103. Howard talked about the victory after the game.

Howard goes for 20-20 again as Magic win (AP)

Dwight Howard had 29 points and 20 rebounds, his second straight 20-20 game, and the Orlando Magic beat the Toronto Raptors 104-103 on Tuesday night for a 2-0 lead in their first-round playoff series. Chris Bosh had 29 points and 10 rebounds for Toronto, but missed a 19-footer with 1.9 seconds left that could have won the game.

Reeling Raptors try to regroup vs. Magic (AP)
The Toronto Raptors tinkered with their starting lineup and tried a few new plays early in their first-round playoff opener against the Orlando Magic. The result? After 12 minutes and a barrage of Magic 3-pointers, they were down 43-23, and all but out of it with three quarters left. But Raptors coach Sam Mitchell doesn't think their 114-100 loss Sunday had anything to do with the changes.

Magic blow lead, but hold on for Game 1 win
The Magic saw their once comfortable lead cut to five. But Orlando had the resolve to hold on and beat Toronto in Game 1.

Howard's 20-20 game helps Magic win (AP)

Dwight Howard had 25 points and 22 rebounds, and Jameer Nelson scored 24 points, and the Orlando Magic defeated the Toronto Raptors 114-100 Sunday in the opener of their first-round series. Howard scored six straight points in a 10-0 fourth-quarter run that sealed Orlando's first playoff win since 2003.

Magic hold on for win
The Magic saw their once comfortable lead cut to five. But Orlando had the resolve to hold on and beat Toronto in Game 1.

Friends Howard, Bosh to meet in playoffs (AP)
Dwight Howard and Chris Bosh consider themselves friends, having played together for USA Basketball and on two All-Star teams. Neither has advanced in the playoffs, giving both something to prove when the Orlando Magic and Toronto Raptors open a best-of-seven playoff series on Sunday. The team that contains the other young All-Star will have a good chance of surviving.

Magic beat Wizards as teams rest stars (AP)

J.J. Redick scored a career-high 18 points and Marcin Gortat had a career-high 12 points and 11 rebounds, leading the Orlando Magic to a 103-83 victory over the Washington Wizards on Wednesday night in a meaningless regular-season finale for two playoff-bound teams. Andray Blatche led Washington with 20 points and 11 rebounds, while Nick Young scored 14.

Evans scores 27 to lead Magic past Hawks 121-105 (AP)

The Orlando Magic did just what they wanted in one of their final tuneups for the playoffs. Give everyone plenty of playing time. Avoid any serious injuries. And, of course, win the game. Maurice Evans had a career-high 27 points and six of his Orlando teammates also scored in double figures, leading the Magic to a 121-105 victory over the Atlanta Hawks on Tuesday night.

Magic get Mo-mentum
Orlando prepares for the playoffs with a 121-105 win over the Hawks. Magic guard Mo Evans scores a career-high 27 points and spoke to FSN after the game.

Magic's Howard just keeps getting better (AP)
Dwight Howard stayed after practice, as usual, to shoot free throws. Orlando Magic assistant coach Patrick Ewing kept feeding him the ball. A bystander posed a question. Who would win this one-on-one matchup? The Hall of Fame former Knick, in his prime, or Howard, the 22-year-old who today leads the league in rebounds and double-doubles?

Magic reach 50-win mark by beating Bulls (AP)

There are bigger goals, bigger prizes still out there for the Orlando Magic. That doesn't mean they were about to dismiss reaching the 50-win mark after a long, painful rebuilding process. Hedo Turkoglu called it "special," and Rashard Lewis said it was a sign of things to come. Turkoglu scored 24 points, and Orlando beat the Chicago Bulls 104-84 on Sunday night to reach 50 victories for the first...

Maxiell, Stuckey lead Pistons by Raptors (AP)

Jason Maxiell and Rodney Stuckey combined for 18 fourth-quarter points as the Detroit Pistons beat the Toronto Raptors 91-84 on Sunday. The loss drops Toronto (40-40) into a tie with Philadelphia for the Eastern Conference's sixth seed with two games left, although the Raptors have the tiebreaker. The sixth seed will play Orlando in the first round, while the seventh seed faces Detroit.

Wolves end 6-game skid, beat Magic (AP)

Ryan Gomes made a pair of free throws with 2.9 seconds remaining to give the Minnesota Timberwolves a 102-101 victory over the playoff-bound Orlando Magic on Friday night. Randy Foye had a game-high 25 points and Rashad McCants added 19 to lead the Timberwolves, who snapped a six-game losing streak. The playoff-bound Magic have lost six of their last 10 games.

Bulls F Gooden to miss rest of season (AP)
Chicago Bulls forward Drew Gooden will miss the remainder of the season because of a lower abdominal strain, interim coach Jim Boylan said. Gooden missed his seventh straight game when the Bulls hosted Cleveland on Friday and will not be available for the final three against Orlando, Milwaukee and Toronto.

Cavaliers' James cleared to play against Nets
A little rest was all LeBron James needed. James, who sat out of practice for two days to rest his ailing back, will play Wednesday night when the Cleveland Cavaliers host the New Jersey Nets. Following the morning shootaround, Cavs coach Mike Brown said James will play. The NBA's leading scorer has been bothered by back spasms for weeks. They became more severe during the second half of home losses to Chicago and Orlando. The Cavaliers are trying to wrap up the No.

Howard scores 30 as Magic pound Bulls (AP)

To the rest of the Eastern Conference playoff field, a note: It's going to take more than a knock to the head and a fat lip to slow down Dwight Howard. Playing with six stitches in his upper lip after a day after a practice collision with 6-foot-11 reserve Marcin Gortat, Howard had 30 points and 14 rebounds to lead the Magic past the Chicago Bulls 115-83 on Wednesday night.

Howard gets 6 stitches in mouth after collision
Orlando Magic star Dwight Howard needed six stitches after getting cut on the mouth in a collision at practice. Coach Stan Van Gundy says he doesn't expect Howard to miss any games, but the center did postpone a charitable event Tuesday. Orlando hosts the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. Howard hasn't missed a single game in nearly four seasons with Orlando. This season is the best so far for the 22-year-old.

Magic's Howard needs stitches after practice injury
Orlando Magic star Dwight Howard needed six stitches after getting cut on the mouth in a collision at practice.

Magic's Howard gets 6 stitches in mouth (AP)
Orlando Magic star Dwight Howard needed six stitches after getting cut on the mouth in a collision at practice. Coach Stan Van Gundy says he doesn't expect Howard to miss any games, but the center did postpone a charitable event Tuesday. Orlando hosts the Chicago Bulls on Wednesday. Howard hasn't missed a single game in nearly four seasons with Orlando.

Knicks end 5-game skid, top Magic 100-90 (AP)

Rookie Wilson Chandler scored a season-high 23 points, Zach Randolph added 20 points and 11 rebounds, and the New York Knicks snapped a five-game losing streak with a 100-90 victory over the Orlando Magic on Sunday night. Fred Jones and David Lee added 13 points apiece for the Knicks, who won for just the third time in 20 games.

Magic lock up No. 3 seed, beat Cavaliers (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu scored 23 points, Rashard Lewis added 21 and the Orlando Magic locked up the Eastern Conference's No. 3 playoff seed with a 101-86 win Saturday over the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Magic, who have sat behind Boston and Detroit in the standings for much of the season, won despite getting only 4 points on 1-of-8 shooting from All-Star center Dwight Howard -- 17 below his average.

Stojakovic helps Hornets top Magic 98-97 (AP)

Peja Stojakovic hit a 3-pointer and three free throws in the final minute to lift the New Orleans Hornets over the Orlando Magic, 98-97, on Tuesday night. Chris Paul had 19 points and 12 assists for the Hornets, Morris Peterson scored 19 points and David West had 18 points and 11 rebounds. Hedo Turkoglu had 26 points, seven assists and five rebounds for Orlando.

Peja's key 3-pointer lifts Hornets to win in Orlando
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Cook out 10-14 days with finger fracture
Orlando Magic forward Brian Cook could miss up to two weeks because he broke his right middle finger in practice. The Magic said Monday that Cook would rest 10 to 14 days, then be re-evaluated. The Magic's season ends with three games from April 13-16. They have eight games remaining. Cook joined Orlando in a November trade with the Los Angeles Lakers. He is averaging four points and two rebounds.

Magic's Cook out after breaking finger in practice
Orlando Magic forward Brian Cook could miss up to two weeks because he broke his right middle finger in practice.

Magic F Cook suffers broken finger (AP)
Orlando Magic forward Brian Cook could miss up to two weeks because he broke his right middle finger in practice. The Magic said Monday that Cook would rest 10 to 14 days, then be re-evaluated. The Magic's season ends with three games from April 13-16. They have eight games remaining. Cook joined Orlando in a November trade with the Los Angeles Lakers.

Magic's Howard faces paternity suit from Fla. woman
A paternity suit was filed Friday against Orlando Magic center Dwight Howard in Orange County Circuit Court, The Orlando Sentinel reported.

Magic notch club record 24th road win (AP)

Dwight Howard had 25 points and 11 rebounds to lead the Orlando Magic to their franchise-record 24th road victory with a 103-86 win over the Milwaukee Bucks on Friday night. Rashard Lewis added 16 points and seven rebounds, and Carlos Arroyo had 13 points and nine assists for the Magic, who improved to 24-13 on the road.

Spurs win fourth straight, beat Magic (AP)

Manu Ginobili scored 28 points and Michael Finley added 24 as the San Antonio Spurs beat the Orlando Magic 107-97 on Tuesday night for their fourth straight win. Dwight Howard had 24 points and 21 rebounds, his eighth game this season with at least 20 in both categories. Rashard Lewis added 24, Keyon Dooling 19 and Carlos Arroyo 17.

Johnson's 34 lift Hawks over Magic 98-90 (AP)

Joe Johnson scored 34 points, Mike Bibby had 20 and the Atlanta Hawks beat the Orlando Magic 98-90 on Saturday night. Josh Smith finished with 19 points for the Hawks, who took their sixth straight home victory against Orlando. Atlanta moved 1 1/2 games ahead of New Jersey, which lost to Philadelphia 91-87, for the eighth and final playoff spot in the Eastern Conference.

Riley to miss Heat game to scout NCAA
Pat Riley is back on the scouting trail. The Miami Heat coach was studying players in the NCAA tournament on Friday and wasn't expected to be with the team for its game with the Washington Wizards. Assistant coach Ron Rothstein filled in when Riley missed a game against Orlando last week while on another scouting trip. Rothstein was handling the game-day coaching responsibilities on Friday, and was expected to stay in that role Saturday when the Heat visit Charlotte.

Riley misses Heat game to scout NCAA players
Pat Riley is back on the scouting trail. The Miami Heat coach was studying players in the NCAA tournament on Friday and wasn't expected to be with the team for its game with the Washington Wizards. Assistant coach Ron Rothstein filled in when Riley missed a game against Orlando last week while on another scouting trip. Rothstein was handling the game-day coaching responsibilities on Friday, and was expected to stay in that role Saturday when the Heat visit Charlotte.

Magic hit 14 3s, end 76ers' streak at 4 (AP)

The Orlando Magic felt like they had something to prove after a one-point home loss earlier this week. They responded with one of their best outings of the season Friday night. Rashard Lewis scored 18 points and Orlando led by as many as 34 in a 113-95 win over the Philadelphia 76ers. Eight Magic players scored in double figures, and Dwight Howard had 13 points and 12 rebounds in just 23 minutes.

Riley to miss Heat game to scout NCAA players
Pat Riley is back on the scouting trail. The Miami Heat coach was studying players in the NCAA tournament on Friday and wasn't expected to be with the team for its game with the Washington Wizards. Assistant coach Ron Rothstein filled in when Riley missed a game against Orlando last week while on another scouting trip. Rothstein was handling the game-day coaching responsibilities on Friday, and was expected to stay in that role Saturday when the Heat visit Charlotte.

Wizards shut down Howard, beat Magic (AP)

Antawn Jamison had 31 points and 11 rebounds and the Washington Wizards shut down Dwight Howard offensively in a 87-86 win over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday night. Hedo Turkoglu had a career high with 39 points, but Howard had only three points and 14 rebounds. Orlando had a chance on an inbound pass with five seconds left, but Turkoglu's driving layup was short and officials didn't call a foul.

Wizards overcome Hedo's 39, win in Orlando


Howard, Lewis get Magic by Cavs 104-90 (AP)

Dwight Howard had 23 points and 13 rebounds, Rashard Lewis scored 21 and the Orlando Magic beat the Cleveland Cavaliers 104-90 on Monday night. LeBron James had 30 points, nine rebounds and six assists for Cleveland. Delonte West had 16 points and Sasha Pavlovic added 14. Orlando was 1-for-9 from the field to open the game, and didn't get much better through three quarters.

Marion misses 2nd straight Heat game
Heat forward Shawn Marion missed Miami's game Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks, the second straight contest he was sidelined for because of a back injury. Marion also sat out Miami's loss Friday to the Orlando Magic, and Heat coach Pat Riley said the problem was exacerbated Saturday night when Marion backed into an object in a garage. Another starting forward, Udonis Haslem, also was held out of the game with a sprained ankle - despite his pleas to get back into the lineup.

Heat's Marion sits out again (AP)
Heat forward Shawn Marion missed Miami's game Sunday against the Dallas Mavericks, the second straight contest he was sidelined for because of a back injury. Marion also sat out Miami's loss Friday to the Orlando Magic, and Heat coach Pat Riley said the problem was exacerbated Saturday night when Marion backed into an object in a garage.

Magic clinch playoff spot, beat Pacers (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu scored 27 points, including nine in the final five minutes to help the Orlando Magic pull away and clinch a playoff berth with a 122-111 victory over the Indiana Pacers on Saturday night. Rashard Lewis added 22 points for Orlando, which has won seven of eight. Dwight Howard, who was in foul trouble much of the fourth quarter, added 18 points and 12 rebounds before fouling out with 43...

Magic complete season sweep of Heat (AP)

Stan Van Gundy knows the perception exists that the Miami Heat are "tanking" the rest of the season, solely to ensure they have the best chance of winning the NBA lottery. Before the game, Van Gundy said he doesn't believe that to be true. And as if to prove the point, the Heat pushed his Orlando Magic to the limit Friday night.

Marion latest Miami players bitten by injury bug
Forward Shawn Marion was not in Miami's starting lineup for Friday night's game against the Orlando Magic because of a back injury, making him the latest Heat player to join the ranks of the injured.

Magic roll past Clippers 110-88 (AP)

The Orlando Magic have a list of late-season goals written on the blackboard in their locker room. They were able to erase the one at the top Wednesday night. Dwight Howard had 22 points and 13 rebounds to help the Magic beat the Los Angeles Clippers 110-86, securing their first winning season since the 2002-03 season.

Howard, Turkoglu lead Magic over Hawks (AP)

Dwight Howard had 26 points and 16 rebounds, Hedo Turkoglu had the second triple-double of his career, and the Orlando Magic rolled past the Atlanta Hawks, 123-112 on Monday night. Turkoglu had 23 points, 13 assists and 10 rebounds as the Magic tied their season-high scoring output. Rashard Lewis added 22 points and reserve Keith Bogans had 19 as the Magic buried Atlanta under a flurry of...

Davis, Jackson lead Warriors by Magic (AP)

Baron Davis scored 33 points and Stephen Jackson had 20 as the Golden State Warriors overcame a slow start to beat the Orlando Magic 104-95 on Saturday night. Golden State shot only 35 percent in the first half, but Jackson and Davis sparked a 33-16 run in the third period that allowed the Warriors to seize control of the game.

Magic dominate Wizards in 30-point win (AP)

The Orlando Magic made an emphatic statement in a possible playoff preview, dominating from the start in Wednesday night's 122-92 victory over the Washington Wizards. The Magic never trailed, took a quick 10-2 lead and hardly looked back and they won their third straight game and sixth in their past seven.

Turkoglu, Howard lift Magic by Raptors (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu scored 24 points, Dwight Howard overcame a slow start to collect 19 points and 14 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic beat the Toronto Raptors 102-87 on Tuesday night. Howard had only three points on 1-for-3 shooting until the fourth quarter, sitting long stretches with foul trouble. He seemed energized after the rest, and scored six straight in a 1:10 stretch that expanded Orlando's lead...

Suns sign Giricek for rest of season
The Phoenix Suns signed guard Gordan Giricek on Tuesday to a contract for the rest of the season. Giricek, waived by the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, joins his fifth NBA team. The 6-foot-6 Croatian played parts of six seasons with Memphis, Orlando and Utah before being traded to Philadelphia last Dec. 29. Suns general manager Steve Kerr called the 30-year-old Giricek "an excellent shooter, a solid defender and a proven playoff performer." He shot a career-best 42.

Suns sign G Giricek for rest of season (AP)
The Phoenix Suns signed guard Gordan Giricek on Tuesday to a contract for the rest of the season. Giricek, waived by the Philadelphia 76ers on Friday, joins his fifth NBA team. The 6-foot-6 Croatian played parts of six seasons with Memphis, Orlando and Utah before being traded to Philadelphia last Dec.

Knicks F Randolph out with foot injury (AP)
Forward Zach Randolph missed the Knicks' game against New Orleans on Monday night because of a bruised right foot. Randolph was hurt Friday in a loss in Atlanta and sat out the next night in a loss at Orlando. He had an MRI exam Monday that revealed the bruise. The Knicks listed Randolph as day-to-day.

Howard's 26 and 22 lead Magic by Knicks (AP)

Dwight Howard had 26 points and 22 rebounds to help the short-handed Orlando Magic beat the New York Knicks 118-92 on Saturday night. Howard thrived in the paint with the Knicks missing Zach Randolph, their second-leading scorer and top rebounder. Randolph took a few shots in pregame warmups, then went to the locker room because of a sore right foot.

Philly guards dominate Orlando counterparts


Miller's strong 1st half powers 76ers (AP)

Andre Miller scored 22 of his 26 points in the first half and Willie Green had a season-high 26 to lead the Sixers to a 101-89 victory over the Orlando Magic on Wednesday. Miller and Green, the Sixers' starting backcourt, outscored Orlando starting guards, Jameer Nelson and Maurice Evans, 52-2. Miller was 11-for-16 from the floor and added nine assists and six rebounds.

Turkoglu's 25 lift Magic over Nets (AP)

Hedo Turkoglu scored 17 his 25 points in the fourth quarter and the Orlando Magic won their third straight game, 102-92 over the New Jersey Nets on Tuesday night. Rashard Lewis added 25 points, and slam dunk champion Dwight Howard had his 50th double-double of the season (17 points, 10 rebounds) as Orlando ran its streak of 100-point games to nine.

Magic's reserves key win over Kings (AP)

Dwight Howard had 26 points and 10 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic got a huge fourth-quarter effort from their reserves in a 112-93 win over the Sacramento Kings on Sunday night. Brian Cook and Keyon Dooling combined for 20 points in a 22-8 run to start the final period, which Orlando entered ahead 74-68.

Turkoglu pushes Magic past 76ers 115-99 (AP)

Across the locker room from Dwight Howard, three Orlando Magic players were arguing about their own All-Star contest. "I won 3-point shooting tonight," joked Jameer Nelson, who was 5-of-5 from long range. "You made five?" said Hedo Turkoglu, who was 7-for-11 on 3s. Turkoglu had 31 points and seven assists, and Howard had 24 points and 18 rebounds to help the Orlando Magic beat the Philadelphia 76ers...

Bosh's 40 propel Raptors past Magic (AP)
Chris Bosh had 40 points -- going 14-for-16 from the field and 11-for-11 from the foul line -- and Jose Calderon had 19 points and 13 assists as the Toronto Raptors beat the Orlando Magic 127-110 on Wednesday night. Bosh made 11 of his first 12 shots and even made a rare 3-pointer in the third quarter, struggling to contain a smile as he retreated back down court.

Magic snap Pistons' 10-game win streak (AP)

Rashard Lewis scored 20 points, reserve Keith Bogans added 19 and the Orlando Magic ended the Detroit Pistons' 10-game winning streak with a 103-85 victory on Tuesday night. On the game's first possession, Rasheed Wallace blocked a dunk attempt by fellow All-Star and new dunk champion Dwight Howard, but that was one of Detroit's only highlights.

John Galinsky's NBA power rankings
Will Jameer Nelson improve after the break? The answer may determine how Orlando fares in John Galinsky's power rankings.

Howard's 20-20 game help Magic by Denver (AP)

Rashard Lewis could see the determination on Dwight Howard's face. A game after getting called out by his coach for focusing too much on offense, Howard had 24 rebounds and 23 points. Lewis added 25 points and