Orlando Magic draws criticism for donating $50,000 to Desantis super PAC
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Haslem scores 24 in farewell, Heat top Magic 123-110
Udonis Haslem scored 24 points in his final regular-season game, Duncan Robinson added 20 and the Miami Heat tuned up for the play-in tournament by topping the Orlando Magic 123-110 on Sunday.
Butler, Herro Lead Heat Past Magic, 102-89
It was a big game from center Meyers Leonard that put the Heat over the top in a 102-89 victory over the Orlando Magic.
Adebayo's Triple-Double Lifts Heat Past Magic, 113-92
Bam Adebayo got his third triple-double of the season in his last opportunity to impress Eastern Conference All-Star voters, Duncan Robinson scored 21 points and the Miami Heat eased past the Orlando Magic 113-92 on Monday night.
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Spoelstra Hits 500th Win With Heat Victory Over Magic
It was a 500 kind of night for the Miami Heat, who got their record back to .500 and delivered coach Erik Spoelstra his 500th coaching victory.
Heat's Winslow Scores 14 In Loss to Magic 105-90
Justise Winslow scored 14 for Miami, which had won two straight, but it wasn't enough as Orlando Beat Miami 105-90.
Heat Comeback Falls Short In 104-101 Loss To Orlando
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After a long summer of waiting, the Miami Heat's latest season tips off Wednesday night in Orlando.
NBA Coaching Candidates: Perfect Hires For Every Opening
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Heat Can't Complete Comeback, Lose At Home To Last Place Magic
The Miami Heat couldn't take advantage of a weaker opponent to break their current losing streak.
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2017 NBA New Year's Resolutions - Eastern Conference
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The 2016-17 NBA season tips off October 25. Preview the Eastern Conference elite, contenders, on the rise and rebuilding teams.
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The Miami Heat returned center Hassan Whiteside to the starting lineup for the first time since Jan. 20, and the move paid off in a 118-96 win over the Orlando Magic on Sunday night at AmericanAirlines Arena.
Magic Come Up Big Down Stretch To Stun Heat
The Orlando Magic came up big down stretch to stun the Heat, beating Miami 112-109 on Friday night.
Heat Look To Dominate In State Rival Magic
The Miami Heat look to continue dominating the Sunshine State series when they visit the Orlando Magic on Friday.
Whiteside Scores 26, Heat Cruise Past Magic, 108-97
Hassan Whiteside isn't starting. He's finishing, though, and that's far more important to the Miami Heat these days.
Heat To Take On Orlando, Try To Avoid Back To Back Losses
The Heat will try to avoid back-to-back losses on Friday when they host the Orlando Magic, who have not had a lot of success trying to play spoiler of late.
Wade, Heat Rally For 108-101 Victory Over Magic
Playing games on consecutive days can be tough, especially in the NBA.
Heat Look To Keep Rolling Vs Magic
Fresh off an overtime victory on Christmas Day, the Miami Heat get a chance to keep the momentum going when they visit the Orlando Magic on Saturday.
Miami Heat Releases Henry Walker
The Miami Heat have been very busy on Monday, officially announcing a pair or trades and now the release of a third player.
Report: Heat Trade Shabazz Napier To Orlando For Draft Pick
The Miami Heat's roster shake-up that has been going on during the summer may be about to shake one player loose.
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Caught on video: $800,000 taken from North Miami-Dade jewelry store
Brazen burglars go to great lengths to make sure they do not leave empty-handed. Two thieves got away with close to a million dollars worth of jewelry and were caught on camera while doing so.
Lego-style homebuilder eyes entry into South Florida real estate market
The latest innovation in homebuilding is being touted as a game changer that could end up revolutionizing the construction industry.
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Fourteen U.S. cities will play host to Copa América next summer, with the July 14 final being played at Hard Rock Stadium in Miami Gardens.
Jim Leyland headed to Cooperstown, becomes 23rd manager in Hall of Fame
Jim Leyland, who led the Florida Marlins to a World Series title in 1997 and won 1,769 regular-season games over 22 seasons as an entertaining and at-times crusty big league manager, was elected to baseball's Hall of Fame.
Two Americans detained in Venezuela ask Biden to secure release
Three Americans held in Venezuela — Eyvin Hernandez, Jerrel Kenemore and Joseph Cristella — have been designated as wrongfully detained by the State Department.
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Caught on video: $800,000 taken from North Miami-Dade jewelry store
Brazen burglars go to great lengths to make sure they do not leave empty-handed. Two thieves got away with close to a million dollars worth of jewelry and were caught on camera while doing so.
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Jim Leyland, who led the Florida Marlins to a World Series title in 1997 and won 1,769 regular-season games over 22 seasons as an entertaining and at-times crusty big league manager, was elected to baseball's Hall of Fame.
Two Americans detained in Venezuela ask Biden to secure release
Three Americans held in Venezuela — Eyvin Hernandez, Jerrel Kenemore and Joseph Cristella — have been designated as wrongfully detained by the State Department.
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U.S. Supreme Court to discuss social media law
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The number of people traveling to Florida during the second quarter of 2023 decreased compared to a year earlier, according to estimates released Wednesday by the state's tourism-marketing agency.
Gov. DeSantis: State has 'moved on' amid Disney fight
Gov. Ron DeSantis on Monday said Walt Disney Parks and Resorts should drop a federal lawsuit that claims retaliation by the state and accept changes to a special district that long benefited the theme-park giant.
Miami-Dade County Public Schools to offer new, free food options
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Florida school board reverses decision nixing access to children's book about male penguins
Months after access to a popular children's book about a male penguin couple hatching a chick was restricted at school libraries because of Florida's so-called Don't Say Gay law, a central Florida school district says it has reversed that decision.
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Two Americans detained in Venezuela ask Biden to secure release
Three Americans held in Venezuela — Eyvin Hernandez, Jerrel Kenemore and Joseph Cristella — have been designated as wrongfully detained by the State Department.
Doug Burgum ends 2024 presidential campaign
North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum had struggled with name recognition and did not qualify for the third GOP debate last month.
Eligible voters being swept up in conservative activists' voter roll purges
An army of conservative activists is poring over state voter lists in search of registration errors that can be used to file what are known as voter challenges.
Ex-U.S. ambassador arrested, accused of serving as agent of Cuba
Manuel Rocha, who served as U.S. ambassador to Bolivia, has been arrested in a long-running FBI investigation. He is accused of serving as an agent of Cuba.
Biden hosts Kennedy Center honorees at White House
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Jim DeFede and the State Senator discuss mental health and the criminal justice system.
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This company says it has the secret to longer life for larger dogs
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Thousands of syringes containing "vaginal tightening gel" seized at MSP Airport, CBP says
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Harry and David National Cookie Day Sale: Get this BOGO deal on holiday gift baskets
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These extended Black Friday deals are still happening on Apple tech, Roomba vacs and more
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Score a 31" Acer Nitro curved gaming monitor for $139 at Walmart's Cyber Monday 2023 sale
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Walmart Cyber Monday 2023 TV deal: Get this gorgeous 75" Sony Bravia 4K TV for $898 while you can
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This Cyber Monday 2023 gaming chair deal will sell out: Get it today at Walmart for $100
This Cyber Monday 2023 gaming chair deal at Walmart is one of the best we've seen. It's sure to sell out quick.
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Thousands of syringes containing "vaginal tightening gel" seized at MSP Airport, CBP says
CBP officials say the individually wrapped pink packages have an estimated resale value of more than $19,000.
Ford recalls over 238,000 Explorers to replace axle bolts that can fail after US opens investigation
Ford is recalling more than 238,000 Explorers in the U.S. because a rear axle bolt can fail, potentially causing a loss of drive power or allowing the SUVs to roll away while in park.
Beware of price gouging and scams in wake of Hurricane Idalia
Some less scrupulous individuals are out to make a quick buck at the expense of those who are experiencing hardship during natural disasters like Hurricane Idalia.
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried jailed; judge says crypto mogul tampered with witnesses
FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried left a federal courtroom in handcuffs Friday when a judge revoked his bail after concluding that the fallen cryptocurrency wiz had repeatedly tried to influence witnesses against him.
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Beyoncé's 'Renaissance' is No. 1 at the box office with $21 million debut
Beyoncé ruled the box office this weekend with $21 million in North American ticket sales, according to estimates from AMC Theatres Sunday.
A long-lost piece of country music history is found
In 1969 a rose-embroidered, rhinestone-accented suit owned by Chris Ethridge, of The Flying Burrito Brothers, was stolen from a station wagon; after more than 50 years, Ethridge's daughter found it for sale at auction.
Bruce Springsteen drummer Max Weinberg says South Florida car restorer stole $125,000
Bruce Springsteen's drummer is suing a Florida car restoration company that he claims stole $125,000 from him.
"Late Show" episodes canceled as Stephen Colbert recovers from surgery
Late night host Stephen Colbert is recovering from surgery for a ruptured appendix, he said on Monday.
Chaka Khan: I regret "nothing"
The 2023 Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee, who built her legacy on such hits as "I'm Every Woman" and "I Feel for You," talks about her friendship with Prince, her past struggles with addiction, and how her music is being discovered and celebrated by new generations.