Magic’s McGrady out for rest of season

Orlando, Fla. — NBA scoring leader Tracy McGrady will miss the rest of the season after the Orlando Magic put him on the injured list Wednesday because of left knee tendinitis. McGrady, averaging 28 points, skipped the past two games because his knee was sore and now also will be sidelined for the Magic’s final seven games.

Ex-Rocket Murphy: ‘I am not guilty’

Houston — Tears streaming down his face after appearing in court Wednesday, former Houston Rockets player Calvin Murphy insisted he did not molest five of his daughters.

“I am not guilty of these charges,” Murphy said after his initial court appearance on the charges. “I can’t emphasize that enough.”