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Franz Wagner • SF • Magic

Franz Wagner Trending Toward Return

According to Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel, Orlando Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley said forward Franz Wagner (ankle) is "progressing well." The 24-year-old has participated in physical contact and 5-on-5 work as he ramps up toward a return. Mosley added that the team will monitor Wagner's response to treatment before determining the next steps. Wagner has been sidelined since February 11 due to a high-grade ankle sprain, but he appears to be trending toward a potential return for Wednesday's matchup against Atlanta.

11 hours ago

Jalen Suggs • SG • Magic

Jalen Suggs Available on Thursday

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (illness) is available to suit up for Thursday's game against the Sacramento Kings. Suggs missed the last two games due to illness but is good to go for tonight's matchup. The 24-year-old has averaged 14.9 points, 4.8 assists, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.6 steals in 30.1 minutes per contest across his last eight outings. Jevon Carter and Jamal Cain's roles will decrease now that Suggs is back in the lineup, after the two shared starting duties during his absence.

5 days ago

Jalen Suggs • SG • Magic

Jalen Suggs Could Miss Third Consecutive Game

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (illness) is in danger of missing a third consecutive game, as the team has listed him as questionable for Thursday's tilt against the Sacramento Kings. The versatile guard has been feeling under the weather and missed a back-to-back set against Indiana and Cleveland at the start of the week. Jevon Carter and Jamal Cain have shared starts during Suggs' absence. After Carter's two-point dud on Monday night against Indiana, Cain got the nod on Tuesday and delivered a strong performance against Cleveland with 17 points, six rebounds, and three assists. Carter was productive off the bench, so it seems likely that Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley won't tinker with his lineup if Suggs remains out against Sacramento.

5 days ago

Anthony Black • PG • Magic

Anthony Black Misses 11th Straight Game

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (abdomen) won't be in action on Thursday against the Sacramento Kings, missing an 11th consecutive contest. The 22-year-old remains without a timeline for his return, but his next opportunity to rejoin the lineup will be on Sunday against the Toronto Raptors. In Black's absence, Tristan da Silva is poised to make another start. He's kicked off this week with two impressive performances, averaging 19.5 points, 4.5 rebounds, and 4.0 assists across matchups with Indiana and Cleveland. It should be another fun night for da Silva and the Magic against the Kings, who give up the third-most points in the league at 121.2 per game.

5 days ago

Franz Wagner • SF • Magic

Franz Wagner Remains Out Thursday

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) will remain out on Thursday night against the Sacramento Kings. An ankle injury will keep him sidelined for a 19th consecutive game. While it's unclear when Wagner will return, his practice stint with the G League's Osceola Magic earlier this week suggests that the German star is nearing his comeback. Orlando will wrap up this week on Sunday with a game against the Toronto Raptors. With Anthony Black (abdomen) also out, Tristan da Silva will continue to have an expanded role.

5 days ago

Anthony Black • PG • Magic

Anthony Black Remains Out Tuesday

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (abdomen) has been ruled out for Tuesday's Eastern Conference clash against the Cleveland Cavaliers. He suffered an abdominal strain earlier this month and will be unavailable for a 10th consecutive game. In his absence, Tristan da Silva will continue to start, and he will enter Tuesday's game with positive momentum. Da Silva finished as Orlando's second-highest scorer in Monday's 128-126 loss to Indiana, posting 21 points on 9-for-16 shooting. He has averaged 11.7 points and 4.3 rebounds as a starter this season.

7 days ago

Jalen Suggs • SG • Magic

Jalen Suggs to Miss Second Consecutive Game

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (illness) will remain sidelined on Tuesday against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Due to illness, Suggs was unable to play on Monday night versus Indiana, and the team has also quickly ruled him out for the second game of a back-to-back. Jevon Carter filled in for Suggs in the starting lineup against Indiana but was a massive disappointment. After scoring at least 10 points in four consecutive games, Carter managed just two points. To make things worse, he didn't register a single assist in 24 minutes. On Tuesday, Carter faces a much tougher matchup, making him a risky choice for fantasy managers.

7 days ago

Wendell Carter Jr. • C • Magic

Wendell Carter Jr. Will Not Play Thursday in Charlotte

Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (rib) will not play on Thursday due to a rib contusion. Even though he wasn't on the team's initial injury report, they downgraded him straight to out on Thursday afternoon. Carter had been playing well with double-digit points in four straight and six of his last seven, and without him in the middle, the Magic could go with some smaller lineups with Paolo Banchero at center or give Moritz Wagner or Goga Bitadze a much bigger role against the Hornets. Carter's next chance to return will be Saturday against the Lakers.

Mar 19

Anthony Black • PG • Magic

Anthony Black Remains on Shelf Thursday

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (abdomen) has been ruled out for Thursday's contest against the Charlotte Hornets. His absence due to an abdominal sprain will stretch to seven games. It's unclear when Black will be ready to return. Tristan da Silva has started in Black's absence and is likely to remain in the first unit on Thursday night. The 24-year-old has averaged 11.6 points and 4.6 rebounds across 27 starts this season. Da Silva tends to be inconsistent as a starter. He kicked off last week with back-to-back 20-point games but has added 31 points in three outings since then.

Mar 19

Jonathan Isaac • PF • Magic

Jonathan Isaac Exits Early with Knee Issue

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) is expected to miss time after suffering a knee sprain Thursday, though his absence carries minimal fantasy impact given his limited role and workload this season. Isaac logged in just one minute before exiting and has averaged modest minutes when active, leaving little statistical void. Deep reserves Noah Penda and Goga Bitadze could see slight bumps in emergency minutes, with Penda posting four points, three rebounds, two assists, and one steal in 14 minutes last game. Bitadze remains a fringe option. Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr. should continue handling most frontcourt usage.

Mar 13

Franz Wagner • SF • Magic

Franz Wagner Remains Without a Timeline To Return

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) is battling a high ankle sprain and hasn't been able to play since the middle of February. On the season, he has been limited to 28 games, and he has only played four games since Dec. 7. The team announced on Tuesday that he continues to progress, but that his return will continue to depend on how he responds to his rehab. Now that Anthony Black (abdomen) is also without a timetable to return, Tristan da Silva will continue to see more run for Orlando. Desmond Bane and Paolo Banchero will have to continue to carry heavy offensive workloads for the Magic and remain excellent fantasy options down the stretch.

Mar 10

Anthony Black • PG • Magic

Anthony Black Is Without a Timetable to Return

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (abdominal) is dealing with a left lateral abdominal muscle strain, according to an MRI. The team announced that his return timeframe will depend on his response to treatment. Black is having a breakout season for the Magic, averaging 15.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.8 assists, and 30.7 minutes per game. He has helped the Magic overcome extended absences by Jalen Suggs and Franz Wagner (ankle), but now it looks like he'll be on the sideline for a while. For however long he is out, Tristan da Silva will likely rejoin the starting lineup, while Jevon Carter may see increased minutes off the bench. In 21 starts this season, da Silva has averaged 10.5 points and 4.5 rebounds.

Mar 10

Jonathan Isaac • PF • Magic

Jonathan Isaac to Miss Third Straight Game

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) is ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Milwaukee Bucks. Isaac will miss his third straight game due to left knee soreness. Given his injury history, it's not shocking to see the Magic being extremely cautious with Isaac. His absence from the rotation should mean more minutes for Noah Penda, Tristan da Silva, and possibly Goga Bitadze. Penda has been mostly quiet since being recalled from the G-League earlier this month. He's a decent dynasty stash, but isn't consistent enough to warrant streaming in most formats right now.

Mar 8

Anthony Black • PG • Magic

Anthony Black Sits Out Sunday's Game

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (back) won't play on Sunday against the Milwaukee Bucks. He injured his back in Saturday's loss to Minnesota and has been ruled out for Sunday's action after initially being considered questionable. Tristan da Silva is set to rejoin the starting lineup in Black's absence, while Jevon Carter may see increased minutes off the bench. This season, da Silva has averaged 10.8 points and 4.7 rebounds per game in 20 starts.

Mar 8

Anthony Black • PG • Magic

Anthony Black Sustains Back Injury Saturday

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (back) was limited to 2:01 of action in Saturday's win over the Minnesota Timberwolves. He was forced to leave early due to a lower back strain. Tristan da Silva started the second half in Black's place, and he might also have a bigger role in Sunday's matchup with the Milwaukee Bucks if Black misses additional time. The 24-year-old sophomore had a solid performance against Minnesota, finishing with 11 points, seven rebounds, four assists, and two steals. As a starter, da Silva has averaged 10.0 points and 3.5 rebounds this season.

Mar 7

Jonathan Isaac • PF • Magic

Jonathan Isaac Out Thursday

Orlando Magic forward Jonathan Isaac (knee) will be in street clothes on Thursday night against the Dallas Mavericks. He was a late addition to the injury report due to left knee soreness, and the team has downgraded Isaac's status from questionable to out. Since Isaac played only four minutes in Tuesday's victory over Washington, his absence is unlikely to impact the Magic. The team is also getting some reinforcements on Thursday night, as both Anthony Black (quadriceps) and Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) are set to return to the lineup.

Mar 5

Wendell Carter Jr. • C • Magic

Wendell Carter Jr. Good to Go Thursday

Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) will return from a one-game absence on Thursday against the Dallas Mavericks. He has been cleared to play after sitting out one game due to a sore left ankle. With Carter Jr. unavailable, Goga Bitadze started Tuesday's contest against Washington and will be bumped back to the bench for Thursday's action. Still, both big men could have fun against the Mavericks, who are allowing the fourth-most fantasy points in the league to opposing centers.

Mar 5

Anthony Black • PG • Magic

Anthony Black Returns to Action Thursday

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (quadriceps) will end a two-game absence on Thursday against the Dallas Mavericks. He is ready to return from a quadriceps contusion, with the team upgrading Black's status from questionable to available. With Black back in the fold, Tristan da Silva must likely settle for a bench role, and Jevon Carter is set to lose playing time after logging 30 minutes in back-to-back games. Black makes his return in a good spot, facing a team that allows 117.7 points per game.

Mar 5

Anthony Black • PG • Magic

Anthony Black Likely to Return Tuesday

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (quadriceps) is considered probable for Tuesday's matchup with the Washington Wizards. He is dealing with a right quadriceps contusion, but it looks like Black's absence will be limited to one game. Black's return will likely bump Tristan da Silva to the second unit. Coming off the bench, da Silva has averaged 7.8 points and 3.1 rebounds per game this season, notably less than his production as a starter. However, Washington allows the second-most bench points in the league, which may help da Silva maintain his recent momentum.

Mar 3

Jalen Suggs • SG • Magic

Jalen Suggs Returning on Thursday Night

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (back) will return from his three-game absence on Thursday versus Houston. Tristan da Silva had been starting while Suggs was on the shelf, most recently amassing 13 points, six rebounds, and two steals in Tuesday's 110-109 win over the Los Angeles Lakers. Although it's realistic to assume Suggs might see less work than usual in his first game back, his presence should eliminate nearly all of da Silva's streaming appeal. The same can be said for Jett Howard and Jevon Carter, who were sporadically productive while Suggs was out of commission.

Feb 26

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