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Paolo Banchero • PF • Magic

Paolo Banchero Upgraded to Questionable for Friday Night

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (groin) is questionable for Friday's meeting with the Miami Heat after missing the last 10 games. There's likely some hurdles he'll need to clear before getting the green light to suit up. However, the questionable designation at least suggests he's moving in the right direction. The 23-year-old out of Duke averaged 21.7 points in his 12 appearances before being sidelined with the groin strain, down from the 2024 campaign. Still, he's certainly missed by fantasy managers in all formats. With that said, if Banchero doesn't play on Friday evening, Tristan da Silva, averaging 11.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, and 38.3% shooting from deep in 10 starts, will presumably remain in the starting lineup.

5 hours ago

Paolo Banchero • PF • Magic

Paolo Banchero Misses 10th Consecutive Game

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (groin) has been ruled out for a 10th consecutive game. He is currently limited to non-contact work at practice and remains without a timetable for his return. Tristan da Silva looks set for another start on Wednesday against the San Antonio Spurs. However, the 24-year-old has seen his production fall off the cliff lately and couldn't even score in Monday's win over the Chicago Bulls. With Banchero sidelined, Franz Wagner and Desmond Bane continue to lead the Magic offense. The two scored basically half of the team's points (62) in Monday's 125-120 victory.

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Paolo Banchero • PF • Magic

Paolo Banchero Unavailable Monday

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (groin) won't be returning to the lineup on Monday against the Chicago Bulls. He has been ruled out for a ninth consecutive game. The Magic star is recovering from a left groin strain, and the team hasn't announced a timetable for his return. In his absence, Tristan da Silva figures to receive another start. The 24-year-old has lost momentum recently, posting double-digit points only once in the past four games. Overall, da Silva has averaged 12.3 points, 4.8 rebounds, and 1.9 assists in a starting role this season.

4 days ago

Paolo Banchero • PF • Magic

Paolo Banchero Ruled Out Again Friday With Groin Injury

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (groin) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Pistons, marking his eighth straight absence. His continued downtime keeps second-year forward Tristan da Silva in a stable role, and he has averaged 11.0 points, 4.0 rebounds, and 2.4 assists over his last five games while shooting 45.1 percent from the field. Da Silva should remain a viable short-term streamer, while Anthony Black and Goga Bitadze also see modest bumps. Banchero should stay rostered in all formats until he returns.

7 days ago

Goga Bitadze • C • Magic

Goga Bitadze Downgraded to Questionable

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze (ankle) was added to the injury report for Tuesday's contest against the 76ers as questionable with ankle soreness. Bitadze has played 16.8 minutes per game off the bench in his 17 games this season, chipping in 6.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists, and 1.2 blocks per game. If he's out on Tuesday, Orlando Robinson and Jonathan Isaac would likely handle the backup center role behind Wendell Carter Jr.

Nov 25

Goga Bitadze • C • Magic

Goga Bitadze Active Tuesday in Philadelphia

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze (ankle) is available for Tuesday's matchup with the 76ers after missing one game, putting him back into his usual role behind Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle), who is also returning. Bitadze averaged 6.0 points, 5.6 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.0 steal, and 1.0 block across his last five appearances while shooting 77.8 percent from the field, giving him niche value in deeper formats. His return likely bumps Orlando Robinson out of the rotation, and managers seeking field-goal percentage or defensive boosts can deploy Bitadze in specialist builds.

Nov 25

Wendell Carter Jr. • C • Magic

Wendell Carter Jr. Cleared To Play Against 76ers

Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) is off the injury report for Tuesday's matchup in Philadelphia after missing the previous game, putting him back on track for starter-level minutes. He has delivered 11.4 points, 6.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists, 0.6 steals, and 0.8 blocks in 31.6 minutes across his last five outings while shooting 51.4 percent from the field. His return, along with Goga Bitadze (ankle) also coming back from a one-game absence, should stabilize Orlando's center rotation and likely push Orlando Robinson to the fringe or out of the mix entirely.

Nov 25

Jalen Suggs • SG • Magic

Jalen Suggs Ready to Return Tuesday in Philadelphia

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (left knee, injury management) missed Sunday's game against the Celtics, but he'll be ready to go after not being listed on Tuesday's injury report when his Magic face the Sixers. Suggs has played 13 games this season, but the team continues to carefully monitor his workload. He has produced 14.4 points, 4.6 assists, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.5 steals in 23.9 minutes per game, and he'll be back in the lineup for a potential showdown with Tyrese Maxey (shoulder, probable) on Tuesday night.

Nov 25

Paolo Banchero • PF • Magic

Paolo Banchero Remains Out Tuesday

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (groin) will remain on the sidelines for a seventh straight game on Tuesday against the Philadelphia 76ers. He continues to nurse a left groin strain, and there isn't a timetable for Banchero's return. During his absence, Tristan da Silva had had additional fantasy value as Banchero's replacement in the first unit. He has posted 13.3 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 2.0 assists per game in a starting role. Additionally, Franz Wagner, Desmond Bane, and Jalen Suggs receive more offensive touches while Banchero is injured.

Nov 25

Goga Bitadze • C • Magic

Goga Bitadze a Very Late Scratch on Sunday Night

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze (ankle) was ruled out ahead of Sunday's game against the Celtics. Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) wasn't available, so Bitadze was in line to take over at the five. However, the 26-year-old developed ankle soreness, resulting in him being scratched after the team had already announced he would be in the starting lineup. Orlando Robinson ended up taking his spot in the rotation. Fantasy managers will now have to wait and see if either Carter or Bitadze will be back on the floor for Tuesday's NBA Cup clash with the Philadelphia 76ers.

Nov 23

Anthony Black • PG • Magic

Anthony Black Entering the Starting Lineup Versus Boston

Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black will start in Sunday's meeting with the Celtics. Jalen Suggs (knee) will take the night off to rest after logging 32 minutes in Saturday's win over the New York Knicks, opening the door for Black to get some extra action. The 21-year-old has started three times this season, averaging 15.3 points, 1.3 steals, and 1.0 blocks. However, with Paolo Banchero (groin) and Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) also out, Black might be more productive, giving him plenty of upside for fantasy managers.

Nov 23

Goga Bitadze • C • Magic

Goga Bitadze Getting the Start on Sunday Night

Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze will start in Sunday's meeting with the Celtics. With Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) sidelined, Bitadze will make his first start of the 2025 campaign. He played well in his 42 starts last season, averaging 9.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks. With that in mind, the 26-year-old may be even more productive on Sunday night, considering Jalen Suggs (knee) and Paolo Banchero (groin) won't suit up. Fantasy managers can consider Bitadze for all formats.

Nov 23

Wendell Carter Jr. • C • Magic

Wendell Carter Jr. Ruled Out on Sunday Night

Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) won't play on Sunday against the Celtics. The former Duke Blue Devil has averaged 12.3 points and 7.4 rebounds while shooting a career-high 45.8% from behind the arc. He also hasn't missed a game, so fantasy managers are hoping Sunday's absence is an isolated incident. With Carter out of the equation, Goga Bitadze could be making his first start of the 2025 campaign. Bitadze started 42 times last season, averaging 9.1 points, 8.4 rebounds, and 1.8 blocks. However, with Paolo Banchero (groin) and Jalen Suggs (knee) ruled out, he has an excellent chance of being more productive.

Nov 23

Jalen Suggs • SG • Magic

Jalen Suggs Won't Play Against Boston

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (left knee, injury management) won't play on Sunday versus the Celtics. He had a quality showing in Saturday's 133-121 win over the New York Knicks, finishing with 26 points in 32 minutes of action. However, as has been the norm throughout the 2025 campaign, Suggs won't suit up for one of the back-to-back contests. Paolo Banchero (groin) remains out, and Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) is questionable, meaning Franz Wagner and Desmond Bane should continue to handle most of the scoring opportunities. Tristan da Silva and Anthony Black should also see expanded roles and can be viewed as risky, high-upside streaming options for those participating in deep-league setups, with Goga Bitadze in line for even more work if Carter isn't available.

Nov 23

Paolo Banchero • PF • Magic

Paolo Banchero Misses Fourth Straight Game

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (groin) will be absent for a fourth straight game on Thursday against the Los Angeles Clippers. He continues to be sidelined due to a left groin strain. Desmond Bane and Jalen Suggs have larger offensive roles without Banchero, while Tristan da Silva has taken over from him in the first unit. It's been a strong three-game stretch for da Silva, who has averaged 16.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, and 1.3 steals since joining the starting five. On Thursday, da Silva could be even more productive, as the Clippers are ranked 24th in defensive efficiency.

Nov 20

Jalen Suggs • SG • Magic

Jalen Suggs Available Tuesday

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (groin) will play in Tuesday's contest against the Golden State Warriors. A sore groin kept Suggs sidelined on Sunday against the Houston Rockets, but his absence will be limited to one game. Anthony Black started against Houston and will head back to the second unit for Tuesday's game. As a reserve, Black does not have much fantasy appeal. Suggs is averaging 12.5 points, 3.9 rebounds, 4.4 assists, and 1.6 steals this season. On Tuesday, he faces a team that allows the seventh-most fantasy points in the league to point guards.

Nov 18

Jalen Suggs • SG • Magic

Jalen Suggs Listed as Questionable for Tuesday

Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs (groin) is on the injury report as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. After recovering from offseason knee surgery, Suggs has recently dealt with right groin soreness, and the issue might keep him sidelined for a second consecutive game. With Suggs out of commission, Anthony Black made his third start of the season in Sunday's overtime loss to the Houston Rockets. The 21-year-old has boosted his productivity to 15.3 points and 2.7 assists in a starting role. Golden State allows the seventh-most points and eighth-most assists to point guards this season, giving Black a good opportunity to impress if he keeps hold of a larger role on Tuesday.

Nov 18

Paolo Banchero • PF • Magic

Paolo Banchero to Remain Out Tuesday

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (groin) will remain sidelined for a third consecutive game on Tuesday against the Golden State Warriors. The 2024 All-Star continues to nurse a left groin strain, with his next chance to return coming on Thursday against the Los Angeles Clippers. In Banchero's absence, Tristan da Silva is poised to remain in the first unit on Tuesday night. He has played well as a starter, averaging 17.5 points, 7.5 rebounds, and 1.5 steals in the previous two games. Tuesday's game marks a pace-up spot for the Magic, making it a good fantasy matchup for da Silva.

Nov 18

Paolo Banchero • PF • Magic

Paolo Banchero Out Again on Sunday

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (groin) remains out for Sunday's matchup with the Houston Rockets. He injured his groin during a recent meeting with the New York Knicks and wasn't available for Friday's NBA Cup game versus the Nets. He'll now miss his second-straight game because of the issue, although there hasn't been much revealed regarding his prognosis. While Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs, and Desmond Bane are the favorites to benefit the most on the scoring end, Tristan da Silva, coming off a 22-point effort as a starter, is worth streaming in any fantasy format.

Nov 16

Paolo Banchero • PF • Magic

Paolo Banchero Ruled Out for At Least Friday's Game

Orlando Magic forward Paolo Banchero (groin) had an MRI on Thursday that confirmed that he has a strained groin and will miss at least Friday's game against the Nets. While the Magic didn't put any timeline on his return, he will be evaluated each day, and when he returns will depend on his response to treatment. It doesn't look like an extended absence, but it will cost him time. While he's out, Franz Wagner, Desmond Bane, and Jalen Suggs will have to carry more of the offensive workload, and Tristan da Silva and Jonathan Isaac will get more playing time at forward. After Friday's game, the Magic's next matchup is Sunday on the road in Houston, before they return on Tuesday to host the Warriors. Stay tuned for more updates as we get closer to those games.

Nov 13

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