The Magic were blown out at home by the Hornets on Thursday, falling 124-97 to a team that trailed them by eight games in the standings entering the contest. Although Orlando was missing starters Franz Wagner (ankle) and Jalen Suggs (knee), several Magic players expressed frustration after the loss about the club’s inconsistent play, writes Jason Beede of The Orlando Sentinel … [Read more...] about Southeast Notes: Magic, Ware, Heat, Wizards, Hornets
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Florida sets execution date for man convicted of killing a grocery store owner
A man convicted of killing a grocery store owner during a robbery is set to become Florida's second execution of 2026 under a death warrant signed Friday by Gov. Ron DeSantis, who signed off on a record 19 executions last year. … [Read more...] about Florida sets execution date for man convicted of killing a grocery store owner
Wizards ‘Not Necessarily Hitting Gas Pedal’ With Talent Acquisition This Summer
The Washington Wizards made a big move to acquire Trae Young ahead of this season's trade deadline. That acquisition, combined with a projected $45-$50 million in cap space this offseason, has many wondering if Washington will push to add talent this summer. Wizards president Michael Winger said that path isn't necessarily locked in. "We're not necessarily hitting the gas … [Read more...] about Wizards ‘Not Necessarily Hitting Gas Pedal’ With Talent Acquisition This Summer
It took half a season for former Wizards guard to play his way off his new team
Jordan Poole could be on the move again, less than a year after the Washington Wizards traded him. … [Read more...] about It took half a season for former Wizards guard to play his way off his new team
Wizards May Trade Rising Veteran Big Man Before Deadline
With less than two weeks until the deadline, the Washington Wizards have been the subject of numerous trade rumors. From clinging to the possibility of getting Jonathan Kuminga, a “long-shot” opportunity to land Zion Williamson, to possibly landing great role pieces in Jerami Grant or Immanuel Quickley. However, in a trade, there’s always a give-and-take, and Wizards backup big … [Read more...] about Wizards May Trade Rising Veteran Big Man Before Deadline
