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Jalen Suggs Jalen Suggs tallies 16/1/10/4/3 line with 4 threes
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 4:53 PM
Jalen Suggs stuffed the stat sheet on Wednesday with 16 points (5-of-14 FGs), one rebound, 10 assists, four steals, three blocks and four three-pointers against the Bucks.
Analysis: This wasn't an efficient shooting night for Suggs, but it was certainly a productive outing. He recorded at least 10 assists for the third time in his last seven games and continued to be a defensive stat monster. Over his last four games, he has averaged 4.0 steals and 2.5 blocks per game. Health has been an issue for him, but Suggs is a fantasy beast when he's on the floor. He'll look to keep that going after the All-Star break. |
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Desmond Bane Desmond Bane scores 31 points with eight triples
Wed, Feb 11, 2026, 4:45 PM
Desmond Bane led the Magic with 31 points (11-of-17 FGs), two rebounds, five assists, two steals, one block and eight three-pointers in a 116-108 loss to the Bucks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Bane got off to a scorching hot start to this game, scoring 15 points on five triples in the first quarter. He ended up matching his career high for three-pointers in a game, though he only three more over the final three quarters, which wasn't enough for Orlando to get the win. Still, Bane has scored at least 20 points in four straight games entering the All-Star break and will look to pick up where he left off after some time off. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) logs 17 minutes in return
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 4:24 PM
Franz Wagner (ankle) accounted for 14 points (6-of-10 FGs), two rebounds, five assists and two three-pointers in Monday's win over the Bucks.
Analysis: Monday's game was just Wagner's third since initially spraining his left ankle during a December 7 loss to the Knicks, and his minutes were handled accordingly. He played 17 minutes against the Bucks, with the Magic bringing Franz off the bench. That could be the approach taken in Wednesday's rematch, with Wagner being allowed to do more after the All-Star break. |
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Anthony Black Anthony Black scores team-high 26 points vs. MIL
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 4:24 PM
Anthony Black amassed 26 points (8-of-13 FGs, 8-of-9 FTs), five rebounds, two assists, two steals, one block and two three-pointers in Monday's win over the Bucks.
Analysis: With Franz Wagner under a minutes limit in his first game back, Black remained in the starting lineup on Monday. And, as has been the case throughout the season, the third-year guard was a star. Black led the Magic with 26 points and recorded a complete stat line. Over the past two weeks, he has offered second-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. Even with the possibility of a return to the bench hovering over Black, he's worth rostering in category leagues. |
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Jalen Suggs Jalen Suggs records 10 assists, five steals Monday
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 4:23 PM
Jalen Suggs tallied seven points (3-of-7 FGs), three rebounds, 10 assists, five steals, one block and one three-pointer in Monday's win over the Bucks.
Analysis: With Anthony Black and Desmond Bane combining for 51 points and Franz Wagner back in the rotation, Suggs was able to reach double figures in assists for the second time in three games. Add in the steals, and it's easy to see why the Magic guard is such a valuable category-league player despite his limitations as a scorer. Over the past two weeks, Suggs has offered second-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. |
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Desmond Bane Desmond Bane drops 25 points vs. Milwaukee
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 4:22 PM
Desmond Bane finished Monday's win over the Bucks with 25 points (8-of-11 FGs, 7-of-7 FTs), three rebounds, one assist and two three-pointers.
Analysis: Of the five games Orlando has played in February, Bane has scored at least 22 in four. He had another excellent night shooting the basketball on Monday, making all six of his attempts inside the arc and shooting 2-of-5 from three. Over the past two weeks, Bane has provided top-30 per-game value in eight-cat formats according to Basketball Monster. And he could be in for another good night on Wednesday, as the Magic host the Bucks again in their final game before the All-Star break. |
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Wendell Carter Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) available vs. Milwaukee
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 12:49 PM
NBA Injury Report
Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) is available for Monday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: A late addition to the injury report, Carter is good to go for Monday's game. Despite Franz Wagner returning from an ankle injury, Anthony Black will remain in the Magic starting lineup. |
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Wendell Carter Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) questionable vs. MIL
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 10:37 AM
NBA Injury Report
Wendell Carter Jr. (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: Due to a sore left ankle, Carter was added to the Magic injury report following pregame shootaround. If he's unable to play against the Bucks, Orlando could go one of two ways. Starting Goga Bitadze would ensure that a true center is in the lineup. However, with Franz Wagner (ankle) available and Milwaukee's Myles Turner spending more time on the perimeter than in the post, Orlando could also go small with its starting lineup. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) good to go Monday vs. MIL
Mon, Feb 9, 2026, 5:28 AM
Orlando Magic
Franz Wagner (ankle) is available for Monday's matchup with the Bucks.
Analysis: Wagner last played on January 18, but he'll make his return after three weeks on the sideline. He may face a minutes restriction in his first game back, but Wagner's return will likely mean less playing time for Anthony Black. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) questionable vs. Milwaukee
Sun, Feb 8, 2026, 10:57 AM
NBA Injury Report
Franz Wagner (ankle) is questionable for Monday's game against the Bucks.
Analysis: On Thursday, Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman said that Wagner was âvery closeâ to returning. Monday could be that day, as he's listed as questionable on the injury report. The only question is whether he'll start immediately, likely bumping Anthony Black to the bench, or come off the bench upon being cleared to play. Managers who have rostered Black should not drop him if he's moved to the bench. |
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Anthony Black Anthony Black has 21/3/4/4/1 line in win over Jazz
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 4:17 PM
Anthony Black had 21 points (8-of-20 FGs, 4-of-4 FTs), three rebounds, four assists, four steals, one block and one three-pointer in Saturday's win over the Jazz.
Analysis: Black struggled from behind the three-point line, going 1-of-7 from behind the arc, but was 7-of-13 otherwise and finished with 21 points in Saturday's win over the Jazz. While the 22-year-old shooting guard could be headed back to the bench soon with Franz Wagner (ankle) close to returning, he's delivered for fantasy managers lately. Black has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. |
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Desmond Bane Desmond Bane has 22 points in win over Jazz
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 4:08 PM
Desmond Bane had 22 points (6-of-14 FGs, 8-of-10 FTs), three rebounds, two assists, one steal and two three-pointers in Saturday's win over the Jazz.
Analysis: Bane has now scored at least 22 points in five of his last six games. The 27-year-old shooting guard has gone a little cold from behind the three point line, shooting just 25 percent from behind the arc over the last four games. Bane has provided second-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The Magic have four games upcoming in Week 17, starting with a home date with the Bucks on Monday. |
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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero has 23/7/8/3/1 line in win vs. Jazz
Sat, Feb 7, 2026, 3:59 PM
Paolo Banchero had 23 points (6-of-17 FGs, 9-of-12 FTs), seven rebounds, eight assists, three steals, one block and two three-pointers in the Magic's 120-117 victory over the Jazz on Saturday.
Analysis: The Magic improved to 6-0 on the season when Banchero, Desmond Bane and Anthony Black all have at least 20 points. They needed every bit of it to squeak by a Jazz team that rested its starters in the fourth quarter. Banchero was excellent, though, with 23 points, a full stat line and two three-pointers. He's provided fifth-round per game value over the last two weeks, according to Basketball Monster. The Magic have four games in Week 17, starting with a matchup against the Bucks on Monday. |
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Jevon Carter Shams: Jevon Carter signed by Magic
Fri, Feb 6, 2026, 5:46 AM
Shams Charania
ESPN's Shams Charania reports that Jevon Carter has signed a deal with the Orlando Magic for the rest of the season.
Analysis: Carter was waived by the Bulls on Saturday to clear space for Dario Å ari?, but he'll have a new home for the rest of the season. Carter will provide backcourt depth, but he's not worth rostering in fantasy hoops. |
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Jalen Suggs Jalen Suggs records first career triple-double
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 3:46 PM
Jason Beede
Jalen Suggs tallied 15 points (6-of-9 FGs), 11 rebounds, 11 assists, three steals, four blocks and three three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: In an homage to former teammate Tyus Jones, Suggs recorded his first triple-double on Thursday. Add in the seven âstocks,â and this was an excellent night for fantasy managers who have the guard rostered. While he isn't a prolific scorer, Suggs' ability to fill a stat line is why he remains so valuable in category leagues. Orlando finishes its Week 16 schedule with a game against the Jazz on Saturday. |
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Desmond Bane Desmond Bane scores team-high 23 points Thursday
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 3:46 PM
Desmond Bane amassed 23 points (7-of-14 FGs, 8-of-9 FTs), three rebounds, four assists, four steals and one three-pointer in Thursday's win over the Nets.
Analysis: Not only did Bane lead the way offensively for Orlando, but he and Jalen Suggs combined for seven steals. Bane has scored at least 23 points in four of his last five games, and his fantasy value has improved. He'll look to finish the week on a high note when the Magic host the Jazz on Saturday afternoon. |
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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero drops 22 points, five rebounds
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 3:45 PM
Paolo Banchero finished Thursday's win over the Nets with 22 points (8-of-13 FGs, 6-of-8 FTs), five rebounds, four assists and two blocks.
Analysis: After shooting 17-of-41 from the field in his three previous games, Banchero was more efficient on offense in Thursday's win over the Nets. Add in the assists and blocks, and this was a solid night as far as his category league value is concerned. Banchero and the Magic end their Week 16 schedule on Saturday against the Jazz, which also appears to be an advantageous matchup for the forward. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) âvery close' to returning
Thu, Feb 5, 2026, 11:08 AM
Jason Beede
Magic president of basketball operations Jeff Weltman said Thursday that Franz Wagner (ankle) is âvery closeâ to returning.
Analysis: Wagner has appeared in only two games since suffering a high left ankle sprain during a December 7 game against the Knicks. Getting him back will give Orlando a much-needed boost on the playmaking front. With Wagner already out for Thursday's game against the Nets, the next opportunity for him to play would be on Saturday against the Jazz. While Anthony Black may be the player who heads to the bench, he's worth holding onto in 12-team leagues. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) still out Thursday vs. Nets
Wed, Feb 4, 2026, 10:20 AM
Franz Wagner (ankle) is out for Thursday's game against the Nets.
Analysis: Wagner is set to miss his eighth game in a row with left high ankle sprain injury management. While there's no clear timetable for his return, his next chance to play will come Saturday against the Jazz. Anthony Black will remain in the starting lineup until Wagner is ready to play. |
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Jalen Suggs Jalen Suggs has 20 points, six assists in loss
Tue, Feb 3, 2026, 5:52 PM
Jalen Suggs had 20 points, (7-of-11 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), three rebounds, six assists, one steal and four three-pointers in Tuesday's loss to the Thunder.
Analysis: Suggs was the lone bright spot for the Magic as they lost by 36 points to the Thunder on Tuesday. The 24-year-old point guard was efficient with 20 points on 11 field goal attempts and shot 4-of-8 from behind the three-point line. Suggs has provided seventh-round per game value this season. The Magic will look to bounce back Thursday against the Nets. |
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