Dwayne Wade surprises girl at prom

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With a night off during the NBA playoffs, Miami Heat star, Dwayne Wade, decided to make it a memorable one. A  month ago, Nicole Muxo, an Archbishop Coleman Carroll student, asked  Wade to be her date at the senior prom. Well, guess who showed up? Like or share if you think this is awesome! (Photo via [...]

Magic staff help “Build” community

Orlando Magic guard Jameer Nelson helps Magic staff members paint a home as part of the Habitat for Humanity of Greater Orlando project on May 16.  Nelson joined Magic forward Tobias Harris, Magic Community Ambassador Bo Outlaw and other Magic staff members in the Habitat for Humanity project.  Photo taken by Gary Bassing.

Jameer Nelson, Tobias Harris, Bo Outlaw and 20 Orlando Magic employees joined in on a Habitat for Humanity project in Greater Orlando earlier today.  This time they visited the Stag Horn Villas section of Orlando, where they have sponsored five of the 58 homes.                       [...]

Noel takes kid to Kentucky Derby

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Former University of Kentucky hoops star and soon to be NBA draft pick, Nerlens Noel, has befriended Kelly Melton, a seven-year-old leukemia patient. Last weekend, Nerlens took Kelly to the Kentucky Derby! “I really admire that kid,” Noel said. “He’s a very strong kid. Through everything he has been through, that’s something I really look [...]

LeBron donates 1 million to alma mater

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LeBron James of the Miami Heat is donating 1 million dollars to his alma mater, St. Vincent-St. Mary’s School, to  renovate its gym! Great job, LeBron! Share if you agree with this photo! (Photo via ESPN).

Kidd wins 2nd Sportsmanship award

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Jason Kidd of the New York Knicks has won his second straight NBA Sportsman (Sportsmanship) award. Kudos to Jason! A true sportsman on the court!

NBA: Kia Community Assist Award

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Beginning today, fans can vote for the season long Kia Community Assist Award.  Voting runs through May 17.  This prestigious award recognizes the NBA player who best exhibits the passion the league and its players strive for in giving back to communities. The award will be based on votes by fans, for the first time, [...]

LeBron auctions shoes for Newtown

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LeBron James of the Miami Heat is auctioning off his game worn sneakers for the families affected by the tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut. The shoes were worn on December 15, the day after the shooting.

Celtics honor Boston victims with patch

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a The Boston Celtics unveiled a new patch on their road uniforms honoring the victims of the Boston Marathon bombings. Photo via Getty images.

NCAA Bracket time!

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It’s NCAA Tournament Time!  Let’s face it, most of us love this time of the year.  But, time is running out, this is your last chance to get in now to compete against many TGIS staffers on this years NCAA Tournament.  Winners will get prizes and fun will be had by all. Go to http://tgisinc.mayhem.cbssports.com/ to join. [...]

Dallas Mavericks sign PG with MS

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Unless you’re a Georgetown Hoyas fan, or a staunch NBA D-League fan, you don’t know who Chris Wright is.  Wright is an undrafted point guard who started his career in 2011 in Turkey.  During one practice, Wright was doing a simple exercise touching the baselines when he fell over for no apparent reason.  After numerous [...]