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Orlando Magic Guard Jameer Nelson and Retired Great Dennis Scott Will Compete in Shooting Stars Competition
February 18th, 2012 at 1:09 PM
***PHOTO1***The Orlando Magic will be very noticeable in next weekend's NBA All-Star Weekend. First (obviously) the event will be held in Orlando in the friendly confines of the Amway Center, which of course is the home of the Orlando Magic. Next, Dwight Howard was named as a starter for the...

Former Orlando Magic PG Darrell Armstrong Arrested
January 19th, 2012 at 9:36 PM
Darrell Armstrong, a former fan favorite during his years in Orlando, was arrested Wednesday in California. According to authorities, Armstrong was stopped for a traffic violation Tuesday night when the officer saw an outstanding warrant come up during a routine background check. He had an outstanding warrant for non-sufficient funds...

Shaq was a Sheriff, but Orlando Magic’s Dwight Howard Joins FBI
November 15th, 2011 at 5:12 PM
***PHOTO1*** Kind of. Dwight Howard announced today that he will be teaming up with the FBI to assist in a child safety initiative. The two "Supermen" of the NBA have both done positive work in the community, amongst numerous other charitable events, but both have a soft part in their hearts...

The Orlando Magic: Title-less but not Talentless
September 19th, 2011 at 1:18 PM
The Magic may have never won a title, but they have had some serious talent roll through O-Town. Below, I’ve called out some of the best players the Orlando Magic have ever seen – and crowned one as the absolute best in each position.   Point Guards Honerable Mention: Darrell Armstrong. He was a...

Superman Vs Superman: Shaq Questions Dwight Howard’s Credentials
September 13th, 2011 at 1:11 PM
***PHOTO1*** In a battle that would make DC Comic book nerds burst out in excitement in their parents basement, the beginning headline to this story is a bit misleading. No, we're not going to see Superman vs Superman coming to a comic book store near you anytime soon (maybe there has...

Orlando Magic All Time Team Part Two
September 9th, 2011 at 6:24 PM
The writers at Orlandomagic101.com are doing a three-part series on our top five all-time starting five for the Orlando Magic. It's not easy narrowing down a starting five for a franchise with so many great players over the years, but everyone loves all-time teams. Madden has them on their video...

Large Piece of Orlando Magic History to Be Destroyed
August 26th, 2011 at 7:46 AM
***PHOTO1***The Orlando Arena, the O-Rena, the TD Waterhouse Centre, and finally, the Amway Arena were the names of the Orlando Magic's former home. With the construction of the modern and amazing Amway Center, it was only a matter of time until the Amway Arena became a dead building standing. Mark...

Shaquille O’Neal Takes on 5 NBA Players in MMA Fight
August 15th, 2011 at 9:45 AM
  ***PHOTO1*** Retired NBA legend, Shaquille O'Neal has listed the 5 players he would like to fight in a Mixed Martial Arts fight. He listed a lot of what he called "old-school players" and I wasn't too impressed with his list. There is a Laker who is the only active player...

Former Orlando Magic Big Man Shaquille O’Neal Lists 5 Players He Would Want to Fight and I’ll List Mine
August 14th, 2011 at 12:53 PM
***PHOTO1*** Retired NBA legend, Shaquille O'Neal has listed the 5 players he would like to fight in a Mixed Martial Arts fight. He listed a lot of what he called "old-school players" and I wasn't too impressed with his list. There is a Laker who is the only active player...

Exclusive: Dwight Howard Responds to Twitter Conversation About Recent Shaquille O’Neal Lawsuit Article
August 5th, 2011 at 5:39 PM
I was on Twitter discussing my most recent article with fellow OrlandoMagic101 writer, Jason Crownover and had the three-time defending defensive player of the year and NBA All-Star Dwight Howard respond to our conversation. I sent my original article to Jason regarding Shaq and his recent legal troubles and Jason...

Former Orlando Magic Big Man Shaquille O’Neal Facing Another Lawsuit
August 5th, 2011 at 4:06 PM
***PHOTO1*** Shaquille O'Neal is involved in quite a mess, and it is definitely not child's play. The Big Shaqtus was upset that one of his former employees sided with his ex-wife during their divorce hearing so he decided to make that guy look bad; Real bad. Allegedly, The Big Daddy called upon...

Former Orlando Magic Guard Charged for Brawl at Strip Club
August 3rd, 2011 at 12:55 PM
***PHOTO1*** Former NBA player and Orlando Magic Guard, Rafer "Skip to my Lou" Alston, has been charged with bashing a beer bottle over the head of a gentleman's club patron. Alston was involved in the fight in July 2010, but the paperwork has been recently filed in Queens Supreme Court. The...

Former Orlando Magic Player Shaquille O’Neal Finds a New Job
July 11th, 2011 at 7:58 PM
***PHOTO1***Former Orlando Magic player Shaquille O'Neal has never been one to shy away from attention. He scorned the Orlando Magic's little pond to develop his career in the bright lights of Los Angeles where he could win championships and make movies. This year Shaquille O'Neal retired after an illustrious Hall...

Orlando Magic Old School: Nick Anderson
July 3rd, 2011 at 12:16 PM
The readers of Magic 101 have spoken and Nick Anderson won our poll slightly over Dennis Scott about which past Orlando Magic player we should write about next. Nick Anderson is a fine selection Magic fans because Anderson was the 1st player drafted in Orlando Magic history with the 11th pick...