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Jalen Suggs Jalen Suggs dishes out career-high 12 dimes
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 4:53 PM
Jalen Suggs recorded a double-double on Monday with 12 points (4-of-9 FGs), six rebounds, 12 assists, three steals, one block and two three-pointers against the Pistons.
Analysis: Suggs has been a fantasy stud when healthy all season, but he has added a new element to his game recently. This was his fourth straight game with at least eight assists, and he set a new career high for dimes in this one. Of course, he still contribute value across the board, just as he has all season. Utilizing Suggs as a playmaker just makes Orlando even more dangerous entering the postseason. He's currently averaging career highs in assists and steals, and he'll continue to stuff the stat sheet as the regular season comes to a close. |
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Desmond Bane Desmond Bane scores 25 points, adds five stocks
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 4:49 PM
Desmond Bane lit up the Pistons with 25 points (9-of-17 FGs), three rebounds, one assist, two steals, three blocks and four three-pointers on Monday.
Analysis: Bane has been on fire during Orlando's three-game win streak, averaging 26.3 points, 2.0 steals, 1.3 blocks and 3.3 triples per game. His first season in Orlando go off to a shaky start, but he has been a fantasy stud during the second half of the season, which has helped the Magic stay afloat despite numerous injuries. With three games left until the postseason, Bane's continued hot shooting will be pivotal to Orlando's chances of avoiding the play-in tournament. |
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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero puts up efficient 31 points in win
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 4:43 PM
Paolo Banchero led the Magic with 31 points (10-of-16 FGs, 10-of-10 FTs), five rebounds, three assists, three steals and one three-pointer in a 123-107 win over the Pistons on Monday.
Analysis: This type of performance from Banchero was great to see. He was incredibly efficient, which led to Orlando's third straight win. He had a double-double on Sunday, but before that, he had a four-game stretch where he averaged just 12.3 points. This is the type of player they'll need him to be if they want to make any noise in the postseason. Banchero has improved as a free throw shooter this season, which was on full display in this game. He still has holes in his fantasy game, but he's certainly capable of filling up the box score. |
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Anthony Black Anthony Black (core) scores 14 points in return
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 4:27 PM
Anthony Black returned to the lineup on Monday and finished with 14 points (4-of-11 FGs), one rebound, two assists, two steals and one three-pointer against the Pistons.
Analysis: In his first game since March 7, Black was limited to just 15 minutes off the bench. He had no problem being aggressive on offense with 11 shot attempts and seven free throw attempts during his time on the floor. Black would have been a candidate to win the Most Improved Player award if he hadn't missed so many games over the past month. Still, he'll be a pivotal piece for Orlando entering the postseason now that they're the healthiest they've been since the beginning of the season. |
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Wendell Carter Wendell Carter Jr. (neck) doubtful to return
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 3:21 PM
Magic PR
Wendell Carter Jr. (neck) is doubtful to return to Monday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Carter has been listed as doubtful to return with about six minutes left in this game. Goga Bitadze is in the game to close things out, though Moritz Wagner may also see an uptick in minutes if Carter ends up missing more time beyond this. |
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Jamal Cain Jamal Cain (calf) doubtful to return vs. Detroit
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 3:01 PM
Cody Taylor
Jamal Cain (calf) is doubtful to return to Monday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Cain isn't expected to return to this game after suffering a left calf contusion. He contributed three points, two rebounds and one assist in 11 minutes. If Cain is forced to miss time moving forward, his minutes will likely be split between Franz Wagner, Anthony Black and Tristan da Silva. |
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Tristan da Silva Tristan da Silva starting with Franz Wagner out
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 12:34 PM
Orlando Magic
Jalen Suggs, Desmond Bane, Tristan da Silva, Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr. will start against the Pistons on Monday.
Analysis: With Franz Wagner (ankle) sitting out the second leg of this back-to-back, da Silva will return to the starting unit for one game. He has been productive as a starter this year and should continue to produce in a larger role in this game. |
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Anthony Black Anthony Black (core) cleared to make return
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 11:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Black (core) is available to play against the Pistons on Monday.
Analysis: Black was ruled out for this game at first but was upgraded to questionable earlier in the day and has now officially been cleared to suit up. He'll likely play a limited role off the bench, which will prevent him from making much of an impact on the box score. However, it is good news for Orlando with the postseason starting next week, with this being the healthiest they've been in a while. Jevon Carter will likely play a smaller role with Black back. |
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Anthony Black Anthony Black (core) upgraded to probable vs. DET
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 9:20 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Black (core) is now probable for Monday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: After missing Orlando's last 16 games with a left lateral abdominal strain, Black is on track to return on Monday. If he does play, that would mean fewer minutes for Jevon Carter. That said, managers in active fantasy leagues should anticipate Black's minutes being limited. |
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Anthony Black Anthony Black (core) upgraded to questionable
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 8:40 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Black (core) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Initially ruled out for a 17th consecutive game, Black is now questionable to play on Monday. If available, his playing time is likely to be limited, as the Magic guard has been out for a month. |
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Jett Howard Jett Howard (ankle) remains out vs. Detroit
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 7:21 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jett Howard (ankle) is out for Monday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Howard will miss a second consecutive game as he deals with a sprained left ankle. Jamal Cain played 28 minutes off the bench in Sunday's win over the Pelicans and should take on a similar workload on Monday. |
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Anthony Black Anthony Black (core) remains out vs. Detroit
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 7:19 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Black (core) is out for Monday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Black has not appeared in a game since March 7, and he's running out of opportunities to get in some game time before the postseason. Jevon Carter has played rotation minutes off the bench and should continue to do so while Orlando awaits Black's return. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) ruled out vs. Detroit
Mon, Apr 6, 2026, 7:17 AM
NBA Injury Report
Franz Wagner (ankle) is out for Monday's game against the Pistons.
Analysis: Monday's game is Orlando's second in as many nights, so Wagner's sitting is not a major surprise. His absence means a return to the starting lineup for Tristan da Silva, who is worth rostering in active fantasy leagues. |
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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero posts 23/16/6/2/1 line vs. NOP
Sun, Apr 5, 2026, 3:46 PM
Paolo Banchero amassed 23 points (6-of-14 FGs, 11-of-15 FTs), 16 rebounds, six assists, two steals and one blocked shot in Sunday's win over the Pelicans.
Analysis: After scoring 30 points in a March 26 win over the Kings, Banchero averaged 12.3 points on 34.0 percent shooting in the next four games. He snapped out of that funk nicely on Sunday, recording a double-double as part of a complete stat line. Recording his 25th double-double, Banchero matched his season-high with 16 rebounds. |
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Desmond Bane Desmond Bane scores team-high 27 points vs. NOP
Sun, Apr 5, 2026, 3:45 PM
Desmond Bane finished Sunday's win over the Pelicans with 27 points (8-of-19 FGs, 8-of-11 FTs), six rebounds, four assists, one steal, one block and three three-pointers.
Analysis: For the first time in three weeks, Bane has recorded consecutive 20-point games. The Magic guard, who shot 3-of-8 from beyond the arc, recorded a complete stat line in 34 minutes. Bane's final two games of Week 23 were certainly useful to fantasy managers. For those competing in leagues that run through Week 24, the Magic play four games, starting with the Pistons on Monday. |
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Jett Howard Jett Howard (ankle) ruled out vs. New Orleans
Sun, Apr 5, 2026, 6:36 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jett Howard (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: A late addition to Orlando's injury report, Howard will not play on Sunday due to a sprained left ankle. His absence leaves the Magic with one less option on the wings, but it does not affect fantasy basketball. |
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Anthony Black Anthony Black (core) remains out vs. New Orleans
Sat, Apr 4, 2026, 9:29 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Black (core) is out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Analysis: Sunday's game will be the 16th that Black has missed since suffering a left abdominal injury. Franz Wagner has reclaimed his place in the starting lineup, meaning that Black will come off the bench whenever he's healthy enough to play. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner scores 18 points in 17 minutes vs DAL
Fri, Apr 3, 2026, 7:11 PM
Franz Wagner added 18 points (8-of-12 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in Friday's win over the Mavericks.
Analysis: Wagner scored the ball well in his 17 minutes of game action. He was aggressive, getting up 12 shots in that time, and was productive on the glass during his minutes. Arguably, the only thing that truly didn't go his way on Friday was the three-point shooting, which hasn't been a strength to this point in his career. Nonetheless, the fifth-year forward has shown encouraging signs as he continues to knock off the rust before the regular season ends. Given his low workload in his return from injury, it's hard to know what kind of production to expect from him during the fantasy playoffs. |
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Desmond Bane Desmond Bane records 27/7/5 line in win over Mavs
Fri, Apr 3, 2026, 6:53 PM
Desmond Bane finished Friday's win over the Mavericks with 27 points (8-of-13 FGs, 8-of-9 FTs), seven rebounds, five assists, three steals and three three-pointers.
Analysis: Bane was effective on both ends of the floor on Friday, as his impact helped the Magic get back into the win column. Bane's 27 points only trailed Wendell Carter Jr.'s 27 points for the most on the team. His three-point shooting was a factor, as was his ability to convert at the line. Additionally, the sixth-year guard tied a team high in rebounds, assists, and steals. Bane did it all for the Magic, and they're going to need more of the same from him in an attempt to move up in the standings and out of the Play-In Tournament. |
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Wendell Carter Wendell Carter Jr. puts up 28 points Friday vs DAL
Fri, Apr 3, 2026, 6:43 PM
Wendell Carter Jr. amassed 28 points (8-of-16 FGs, 10-of-10 FTs), six rebounds, three assists and two three-pointers in the win over the Mavericks on Friday.
Analysis: Carter's 28 points led all Magic players on Friday, as Desmond Bane's 27 points were the only other players' in the vicinity. In 36 minutes, the veteran center was accurate outside the arc and really utilized the charity stripe to his advantage. Carter didn't put up big numbers in any other statistical category. However, his high production as a scorer was enough to provide positive value from a fantasy standpoint. |
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