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Paolo Banchero Banchero puts up 23/7/5 line vs. Charlotte
Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 3:38 PM
Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 23 points (6-of-12 FGs, 9-of-12 FTs), seven rebounds, five assists, one steal and two three-pointers in a 124-97 loss to the Hornets on Thursday.
Analysis: After an inefficient shooting outing on Sunday, Banchero was able to have a better night against Charlotte. Unfortunately, that didn't change the result, and Orlando ended up on the wrong end of another lopsided game. Efficiency has never been a strong suit for Banchero, and that has been the case again this season. However, he is averaging career highs in rebounds and assists, which has made up for a drop in scoring. Next up is a home game against the Cavaliers on Saturday. |
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Moritz Wagner Moritz Wagner chips in 14 points off bench
Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 3:29 PM
Moritz Wagner provided a boost off the bench with 14 points (5-of-7 FGs), one rebound, one assist, two steals and two three-pointers on Thursday against the Hornets.
Analysis: Wagner made his season debut less than two weeks ago, so this was his highest scoring performance since 2024. He was an excellent reserve scoring option for the Magic to start last year before tearing his ACL. This was a new season high for him in just 15 minutes. He'll continue to be a reliable scoring option off the bench, but with Wendell Carter Jr. and Goga Bitadze both healthy, he won't play enough minutes to provide value in standard leagues. |
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Goga Bitadze Magic open to trading Bitadze, Isaac, and T. Jones
Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 8:22 AM
Clutch Points
Clutch Points' Brett Siegel reports that the Magic are open to trading Goga Bitadze, Jonathan Isaac, and Tyus Jones
Analysis: Bitadze figures to attract the most interest. As Siegel notes, he âis an intriguing center who could fetch multiple second-round picks in a trade and free up salary for [the Magic for] the 2026-27 season in the process.â A package of Bitadze and Jones could be of interest to a team like the Knicks, who are in the market for a true center and a backup point guard, both of whom would need to be strong defenders. |
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Franz Wagner Wagner out on Thursday with ankle soreness
Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 8:12 AM
Jason Beede
Franz Wagner is out on Thursday against the Hornets due to left ankle soreness.
Analysis: This is mildly concerning, considering how much time Wagner missed with an ankle injury over the holidays. The team âis going to monitor how he responds to treatment moving forward,â which will determine how long Wagner will be sidelined. Tristan Da Silva should move back into the starting lineup in the meantime. |
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Jalen Suggs Jalen Suggs remains out on Thursday
Thu, Jan 22, 2026, 5:52 AM
Jason Beede
Jalen Suggs (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's matchup with the Hornets.
Analysis: Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley said Suggs âcame up OK after yesterday's work,â so it doesn't sound like the 24-year-old will be out too much longer. Orlando will see how he feels tomorrow and go from there. His next chance to return will be Saturday at home against the Cavaliers. |
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Jett Howard Jett Howard (illness) off the injury report
Wed, Jan 21, 2026, 10:09 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jett Howard (illness) is off the injury report for Thursday's matchup with Charlotte.
Analysis: Howard will be available after sitting out on Sunday against the Grizzlies, but his status does not impact fantasy basketball due to his limited role within Orlando's rotation. |
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Jalen Suggs Jalen Suggs (knee) questionable Thursday vs. CHA
Wed, Jan 21, 2026, 9:54 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Suggs (knee) is questionable for Thursday's matchup with the Hornets.
Analysis: Suggs has a chance to return following a seventh straight absence, and he may see a minutes restriction if he's cleared to take the court. Suggs' return will negatively impact the fantasy impact of Tyus Jones and Tristan da Silva, but Anthony Black has played too well to see a major dropoff. |
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Anthony Black Anthony Black scores 19 in blowout loss
Sun, Jan 18, 2026, 9:05 AM
Anthony Black finished Sunday's loss to the Grizzlies with 19 points, two rebounds, six assists and two three-pointers across 37 minutes.
Analysis: Blak has been surging lately, and Sunday's final tally - albeit in a loss - was another strong performance. The young guard didn't offer another highlight-reel dunk over four defenders, but he led his team in the scoring department and posted solid peripheral numbers. If he's somehow still available on the waiver wire, make sure to get him on your roster. |
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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero struggles with shot in loss
Sun, Jan 18, 2026, 8:59 AM
Paolo Banchero scored 16 points on 7-of-20 shooting in Sunday's loss to the Grizzlies, adding eight rebounds, nine assists and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Banchero went 9-of-16 for 26 points in Thursday's win, but he couldn't match that efficiency on Sunday. Fortunately for fantasy managers, Banchero was solid as a rebounder and facilitator, which he has been throughout the 2025-26 campaign. He'll look to get back on track in the scoring department when the Magic host the Hornets on Thursday. |
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Jett Howard Jett Howard (illness) downgraded to out Sunday
Sun, Jan 18, 2026, 3:28 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jett Howard (illness) is out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Howard will not be available for the final game of Orlando's two-game European trip. He hasn't been in the rotation recently, picking up a DNP-CD in Thursday's win over the Grizzlies in Berlin. Howard's absence does not affect fantasy basketball. |
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Jett Howard Jett Howard (illness) questionable vs. Memphis
Sat, Jan 17, 2026, 5:37 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jett Howard (illness) is questionable to play against the Grizzlies on Sunday.
Analysis: Howard could end up missing Sunday's game, but he hasn't been part of the rotation over the Magic's last two games. He likely won't see the floor whether he is active or not. |
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Jalen Suggs Jalen Suggs (knee) remains out vs. Memphis
Sat, Jan 17, 2026, 5:33 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Suggs (knee) has been ruled out against the Grizzlies on Sunday.
Analysis: Suggs will miss a seventh straight game, which means the Anthony Black train will continue to roll on. Black should remain in the starting lineup for at least one more game, and he'll look to extend his streak of 20-point games to four. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) plays 27 minutes in return
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, 10:48 AM
NBA
Franz Wagner (ankle) amassed 18 points (6-of-16 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), nine rebounds, two assists and three three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Grizzlies.
Analysis: After missing 16 games with a high ankle sprain, Wagner was back on the court Thursday afternoon in his hometown of Berlin. While the stat line did not include any steals or blocks, the rebounds and three-pointers were solid. Also encouraging for fantasy managers was his playing 27 minutes in his first game back. Wagner's return meant fewer minutes for Noah Penda (nine points, five rebounds, two assists, one block and one three-pointer in 18 minutes), who is more valuable to dynasty leagues than redrafts. |
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Anthony Black Anthony Black records 21 points, seven assists
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, 10:47 AM
Anthony Black accounted for 21 points (7-of-13 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), six rebounds, seven assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Grizzlies.
Analysis: While Franz Wagner was back in the lineup after a 16-game absence, his return did not negatively affect Black's opportunities. The third-year guard was excellent during the second half, helping Orlando bounce back from a slow start. Black shot 4-of-6 from the field in the third quarter, and in the fourth, provided one of the dunks of the season. His fantasy value should be fine until Jalen Suggs returns from injury, and it's going to take a lot to decrease Black's opportunities, given how well he's played. |
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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero posts 26/13/4/4 line vs. Memphis
Thu, Jan 15, 2026, 10:46 AM
Paolo Banchero finished Thursday's win over the Grizzlies with 26 points (9-of-16 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), 13 rebounds, four assists, four steals and four three-pointers.
Analysis: Banchero has recorded three double-doubles in his last four games, and the four steals accumulated were a nice touch for fantasy managers who have him rostered. Over the past two weeks, he has offered second-round per-game value in eight-cat formats. Banchero and the Magic will look to complete their European trip with a win over the Grizzlies on Sunday in London. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) ready to roll in Berlin
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 6:20 AM
NBA Injury Report
Franz Wagner (ankle) is off the injury report for Thursday's matchup with the Grizzlies in Berlin.
Analysis: Wagner has missed 16 straight games, but the German forward will be back in action for this international matchup. Tristan da Silva should see a reduction in playing time and usage, but Wagner may be on a minutes restriction after so much time on the sideline. Anthony Black is worth holding, as he has played well enough to remain in the rotation regardless of Wagner's health. |
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Wendell Carter Wendell Carter Jr. (hip) off the injury report
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 5:45 AM
NBA Injury Report
Wendell Carter Jr. (hip) is off the injury report for Thursday's matchup with Memphis.
Analysis: WCJ is good to go for Thursday's game in Berlin, and he could slot back into the starting lineup. His return should mean fewer minutes for Goga Bitadze and Moritz Wagner. |
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Jalen Suggs Jalen Suggs (knee) out again Thursday vs. Memphis
Wed, Jan 14, 2026, 5:39 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jalen Suggs (knee) is out for Thursday's matchup with the Grizzlies.
Analysis: Suggs is getting closer to a return, but he's not quite there, and he'll be sidelined for Orlando's tilt with Memphis in Berlin. While Suggs is out, Anthony Black should continue to see extended run. |
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Moritz Wagner Moritz Wagner (knee) plays 10 minutes in return
Sun, Jan 11, 2026, 11:46 AM
Moritz Wagner (knee) accounted for eight points (3-of-7 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two rebounds and two assists in Sunday's win over the Pelicans.
Analysis: After more than a year on the sidelines recovering from a torn ACL, Wagner made his first appearance of the season on Sunday. Due to the time missed, his minutes were limited, but the reserve forward/center was productive in ten minutes on the floor. Since the Magic were without Wendell Carter Jr., Goga Bitadze (14/13/1/3/2) played 32 minutes as the starting center. Once Carter returns and Wagner's minutes aren't restricted, Bitadze's opportunities will take a hit. |
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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero posts 23/8/8/1/1 line vs. NOR
Sun, Jan 11, 2026, 11:45 AM
Paolo Banchero tallied 23 points (7-of-16 FGs, 9-of-10 FTs), eight rebounds, eight assists, one steal and one blocked shot in Sunday's win over the Pelicans.
Analysis: While Banchero did not extend his double-double streak to three games, he had another productive day at the office. Sunday's game was his first with at least 20 points, eight rebounds and eight assists since a December 29 triple-double against the Raptors. The negative for fantasy managers who have Banchero rostered is that he won't play again until Thursday, with the Magic playing two games against the Grizzlies in Berlin and London during Week 13. |
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