Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (20) shoots as Washington Wizards forward Isaac Bonga (17) and forward Deni Avdija (9) defend in the fourth quarter of an NBA basketball game Saturday, Dec. 26, 2020, in Washington. (Geoff Burke/Pool Photo via AP)WASHINGTON – The Orlando Magic beat Washington 130-120 on Saturday night, overcoming another triple-double by Russell Westbrook in his home debut for the Wizards. Nikola Vucevic had 22 points and 17 rebounds, and Markelle Fultz added 21 points to help the Magic win its second straight to start the season. ... Two-way rookie guard Cassius Winston (hamstring strain) was inactive but has returned to practice…UP NEXTThe Magic and Wizards will complete their back-to-back in Washington on Sunday. It is the only meeting between the two Southeast division foes in the first half of the NBA schedule release.

Michigan State guard Cassius Winston thanks the crowd for the support he and the Winston family have received after the death of his brother Zachary last week. Michigan State led 31-9 midway through the first half before taking a 40-18 lead at halftime. Michigan State is not going to be in the Big South tournament, Radebaugh said. We dont have to beat Michigan State or the likes of Michigan State to get where we want to go.Michigan State: Henrys injury is potentially problematic for a team already without Langford, who is out until at least January with a foot injury. Michigan State: Plays Virginia Tech on Monday in the Maui Invitational, where the Spartans will play Dayton or Georgia and potentially No.

3 Michigan State overcame a late five-point deficit and beat No. 12 Seton Hall 76-73 Thursday night in a wildly exciting contest worthy of March Madness. Winston scored 17 of his 21 points in the second half, playing his second game in less than a week after the death of his brother, Zachary. For a game in early November, this had the feeling of a late-season showdown between rivals vying for a spot in the NCAA Tournament or even a tournament game. Seton Hall: The Pirates are a definite NCAA Tournament team for the fifth straight season.

EAST LANSING, Mich. – Cassius Winston breezed smoothly toward the basket for a layup. Zachary Winston, Cassius’ younger brother, died after being hit by a westbound Amtrak train in Albion on Saturday night. Cassius Winston took his usual spot in Michigan State’s starting lineup Sunday. Michigan State: Winston seemed to enjoy being on the court with his teammates, and the home crowd was determined to show its support. Michigan State: The Spartans play at Seton Hall on Thursday night.

EAST LANSING, Mich. Michigan State basketball star Cassius Winston posted an emotional Instagram message Monday after his brother, Zachary, was struck by a train and killed over the weekend. I can promise you that the next time I run into someone in your situation, Im going to save them, cause thats what you would want me to do. Save me a seat, and when its all said and done, Im gonna have so much to tell you. Youre gone, I already know, but Im gonna tell you anyway: Love you, gang member. Im gonna see you soon enough.

(AP Photo/Al Goldis)EAST LANSING, MI Cassius Winston breezed smoothly toward the basket for a layup. 1 Michigan State to an emotional 100-47 victory over Binghamton in the Spartans' home opener Sunday night. Zachary Winston, Cassius' younger brother, died after being hit by a westbound Amtrak train in Albion on Saturday night. Michigan State (1-1) rebounded easily from its season-opening loss Tuesday to No. Michigan State: Winston seemed to enjoy being on the court with his teammates, and the home crowd was determined to show its support.

Heres whats coming up on Local 4 News at 5:Cassius Winston messageMichigan State Basketball star Cassius Winston opened up about the loss of his younger brother. In a post to Instagram, he said in part: " I love you so much, if I could carry yo pain I would wear it on my shoulders just to see you happy and wouldnt think twice. I understand it was to much, I understand I really do and yo story wont end here. I can promise you that, the next time I run into someone in your situation ima save them, cause thats wha you would want me to do."

The brother of Michigan State University basketball star Cassius Winston died Saturday night after getting hit by a train in Albion, sources confirm. Zachary Winston, 19, was reportedly struck by an Amtrak train shortly after 8 p.m. Saturday night. He was a University of Detroit Jesuit High graduate and Albion College basketball player. As of now it is uncertain whether Cassius Winston will play in the team’s game against Binghamton Sunday night. Police are still investigating the incident.

1 Michigan State on Tuesday night in the Champions Classic at Madison Square Garden. Michigan State entered the season as the No. This Kentucky team is built around returning contributors instead of one-and-done freshmen, but Maxey asserted himself in his first game. 2 matchup in college basketball in the last 10 years, and the third involving Michigan State in the Champions Classic. Kentucky supporters and Michigan State traded "Go Big Blue!"

2 Kentucky in the Champions Classic at Madison Square Garden in New York on Tuesday. There is a lot of buzz for Hagans backcourt mate, freshman Tyrese Maxey, a McDonalds All-American who was named to the All-SEC preseason second team before hes stepped on the court. This is the third straight season Michigan State's game in the Champions Classic has involved the No. Kentucky F Nick Richards is questionable for the season opener after suffering a sprained ankle in the Wildcats' exhibition opener and sitting out the team's second exhibition contest. The Spartans and Wildcats met as the top two teams in the country in the Champions Classic once before, with No.

University of Detroit Jesuit High School basketball coach Pat Donnelly is reflecting on Michigan State basketball star Cassius Winston's high school career.