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Magic’s Kyle O’Quinn shaves to bring awareness to Big Brothers Big Sisters

In an effort to bring awareness to the mentoring programs for the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Florida, Orlando Magic's Kyle O’Quinn offered to have his bushy, black beard shaved off on Tuesday in Winter Park.

Magic extend contracts of GM Rob Hennigan, Head Coach Jacque Vaughn

The Orlando Magic have extended the contracts of General Manager Rob Hennigan and Head Coach Jacque Vaughn, Chief Executive Officer Alex Martins announced today.

Magic Hall of Fame Inductees to be unveiled April 9

As the Magic’s 25th anniversary season-long celebration comes to a close, the Magic will unveil its inaugural Hall of Fame class. The Magic Hall of Fame will honor and celebrate the great players, coaches and executives who have had a major impact during the team’s illustrious 25-year history.

Orlando Magic to wear Google Glass in Brooklyn Nets Gameplay

Orlando Magic fans will get a different kind of in-game experience when the team uses Google Glass technology for their matchup with the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday, April 9.

Really? Kissimmee woman in fatal hit and run says she dozed off and stuck a pole

A woman who struck and killed an elderly man on Sunday on south Orange Blossom Trail and continued on her merry way, was arrested today, Florida Highway Patrol said. Rafael Cotto, 65, of Kissimmee, was left to die on the shoulder of S. Orange Blossom Trail, after he was hit...

Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts unveils new plaza designs

  Today, design renderings of CNL Arts Plaza, a centerpiece of the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts landscape, will be unveiled downtown Orlando. Named after neighboring CNL Financial Group in recognition of a planned $10 million gift, the CNL Arts Plaza will span one city block from Orange to...

Orlando Magic to host ‘Hoops and Heels’

  WHAT: Orlando Magic ‘Hoops and Heels’ Night Fans are invited to spend an evening at the Amway Center learning the basics of basketball in a comfortable, fun environment. Participants will have the chance to meet and hear expert basketball insight from former Magic player Tony Battie and Magic Community Ambassador...

Voice of the Magic, David Steele, in final four “TEAMCAST”

David Steele, who has previously hosted University of Florida basketball and football television and radio coverage and is the current voice of the Orlando Magic, will provide play-by-play for the TNT telecast.

Typical Florida: Man struck, killed by hit and run driver

Florida Highway Patrol troopers are searching for a hit and run driver who left a man to die just off the roadway Sunday, in Osceola County.

Orlando Magic host Youth Basketball Spring Break Camps

This spring break, sign up your child for one of the Orlando Magic Youth Basketball Spring Break Camps. Two camps are being offered this year starting March 24-28, 2014.

Orlando Magic Youth Foundation Gala raises over $500K for community

  The Orlando Magic Youth Foundation’s (OMYF) Black Tie and Tennies Charity Gala raised $564,000 with matching funds at .50 on the dollar provided by the McCormick Foundation. All proceeds benefit the OMYF. The 24th Annual OMYF Black Tie and Tennis Charity Gala presented by INDOCHINO was held on March 15...

Orlando Magic to honor former legend, Darrell Armstrong

In continuation of the Orlando Magic’s 25th anniversary season-long celebration the team will honor former Magic great, Darrell Armstrong, at the Magic’s March 14 matchup vs. the Washington Wizards, tip-off set for 7 p.m.

Dr. Phillips Center calling Local Filmmakers, Performing Artists

Local feature film and television producer Robin Cowie, the newly appointed Creative Director for the Dr. Phillips Center for the Performing Arts, will produce a series of short films for the center titled Focus On Local.

Magic joins NBA ‘Dream Big’ Campaign for Tip-Off event at Evans High

In the ongoing celebration of Black History Month, the Orlando Magic, along with Magic Community Ambassadors Nick Anderson, Bo Outlaw and NBA Legends Greg Minor and Sam Vincent joined the NBA’s “Dream Big” campaign with a tip-off event on Feb. 27 at Evans High School.

Magic, Dunkin’ Donuts team up to “Make Every #MonDDayMagic” for fans

The Orlando Magic will “Run on Dunkin’” as Dunkin’ Donuts in the greater Orlando region is an Official Partner of the Orlando Magic.

Fox Sports Florida to debut ‘Inside The Magic: Magic Makers’

On Wednesday, Feb. 12 at 10:00 p.m., FOX Sports Florida, the regional television home of the Orlando Magic, will debut a new episode of “Inside the Magic” upon conclusion of the Magic vs. Memphis Grizzlies game.

Magic Escape Thunder 103 -102

Tobias Harris slammed home a fast-break pass from Maurice Harkless at the buzzer to give the Orlando Magic a 103-102 victory over the Oklahoma City Thunder on Friday night.

Orlando’s Afflalo, Oladipo selected for 2014 NBA All-Star Competitions

Orlando Magic guards Arron Afflalo and Victor Oladipo have been selected to participate in the Foot Locker Three-Point Contest and Taco Bell Skills Challenge, respectively, at the 2014 NBA All-Star Weekend in New Orleans, La.

Magic announce time change for home game on Feb 5

The Orlando Magic has announced that their home game on Wednesday, February 5 vs. Detroit at Amway Center will now start at 7 pm.

Orlando Magic Youth Fund awards $600K to local nonprofits

Representatives from 25 nonprofit community organizations in Central Florida were named to the Orlando Magic Youth Fund (OMYF) All-Star Team on Wednesday, receiving grants totaling $600k from the OMYF.

ZORA! Festival celebrates 25 years of Community Leadership, Education & Revitalization

Congresswoman Corrine Brown joins the Association to Preserve Eatonville, Inc. (P.E.C.), and members of Zora Neale Hurston’s family to recognize the Festival’s Silver Anniversary, introduce the Zora Neale Hurston Trust, and announce a bold new 10-year STEM initiative to revitalize the Historic Town of Eatonville.

Bulls overcome Orlando Magic 128-125 in three OTs

It took them three overtimes to pull it off but the Chicago Bulls minus Derek Rose escaped the Orlando magic 128-125 in Orlando Wednesday night.

Zoraphiles Plan To Meet At Eatonville For Festival

Loyal fans of Zora Neale Hurston and her work, appropriately called Zoraphiles, are brimming with anticipation for this year’s Festival which will take place in Eatonville January 25 through February 2, 2014.

Orlando Magic, Chase to honor MLK in “Day of Service”

  The Magic and Chase will team-up in a “Day of Service” along with Magic guard Jameer Nelson, Magic Dancers, STUFF the Magic Mascot and Magic Community Ambassadors Nick Anderson and Bo Outlaw to unveil a refurbished basketball court at Mollie Ray Elementary (2000 Beecher Street, Orlando, 32808) on Saturday,...

Magic, Indian American Chamber to host 2nd annual India Day

  The Orlando Magic will join with the Indian American Chamber of Commerce (IACC) on Jan. 19 for the second annual India Day. This season’s India Day presented by Chase, which coincides with the Magic’s Jan. 19 home game against the Boston Celtics, will feature an appearance by 2014 Miss America Nina Davuluri, an Indian...

Heat Burn Magic 110-94

  I must begin this piece by stating that the Miami Heat didn’t come into Amway Center and crush the Magic the way I thought it was going to be. As a matter of fact I must say it was exciting hoops action because the Magic were giving the Heat...

Orlando Magic, Chase Thank Military Family in Big Way

As part of NBA Cares Season of Giving, the Orlando Magic and Chase celebrated Christmas in a BIG way surprising Army vet Juan Velasquez and his family during the Magic vs. Knicks matchup on December 23.

Orlando Magic Host Youth Basketball Holiday Camps

The Orlando Magic will host a series of youth basketball holiday starting Dec. 26, 2013 through Jan. 3, 2014.

Knicks and Magic: Battle of the Eights

Lacking a true go-to player, second quarter liquefied like a Salvador Dali painting, bent, misunderstood, and framed awkwardly.

Orlando Ballet: A Magical Holiday Tradition

To rousing applauses, Orlando Ballet confirmed magic and appreciation resides in the heart of Central Florida, with or without a grand ball.