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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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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero grabs eight rebounds vs. Atlanta
Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 3:58 PM
Paolo Banchero produced 11 points (3-of-9 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), eight rebounds, three assists and one steal in Wednesday's loss to the Hawks.
Analysis: While the rebounds and assists were solid, Banchero's overall performance on Wednesday was disappointing. The Magic forward attempted nine shots from the field, the fewest in a game for him since December 23. As well as Banchero played in Tuesday's win over the Suns, the inability to sustain that production factored into Orlando getting blown out by the Hawks. |
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Wendell Carter Wendell Carter Jr. scores 14 points vs. Atlanta
Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 3:57 PM
Wendell Carter Jr. finished Wednesday's loss to the Hawks with 14 points (6-of-9 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), six rebounds, one steal and one blocked shot.
Analysis: Carter's 14 points were the most among Magic starters, with Jamal Cain (17 points, one rebound and two three-pointers) doing his damage off the bench. Carter has reached double figures in scoring in 11 of his last 12 appearances, and he's been more consistent as a rebounder as well. As a result, the Magic center has been a top-100 player over the past three weeks. With Orlando playing two more games in Week 23, Carter would be worth a look in some 12-team leagues if he's sitting on the waiver wire. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) plays 20 minutes in return
Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 3:57 PM
Franz Wagner recorded 12 points (5-of-13 FGs, 2-of-3 FTs), one rebound and two assists in Wednesday's loss to the Hawks.
Analysis: Available to play for the first time since February 11, Wagner logged 20 minutes as part of the Magic starting lineup. The rust was most evident in his perimeter shot, with Wagner missing all six of his three-point attempts. Tristan da Silva, a fixture in the starting lineup while Wagner was out, played 23 minutes off the bench and finished with nine points (2-of-5 FGs, 5-of-5 FTs), two rebounds, six assists and one steal. Orlando has games on Friday and Sunday, with the second being the first of two in as many nights. We'll see if Wagner gets one or two more games during championship week in Yahoo! default leagues. |
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Goga Bitadze Goga Bitadze ejected for Flagrant 2 foul
Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 3:16 PM
Goga Bitadze was ejected from Wednesday's game against the Hawks with 7:04 remaining in the fourth quarter.
Analysis: Bitadze was issued a Flagrant 2 foul for taking down Hawks center Jock Landale from behind as he was attempting to convert a layup. Landale landed awkwardly on his right leg and went back to the locker room after attempting his free throws. Bitadze finished with four points, five rebounds, one assist and two blocks. |
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Franz Wagner ORL starts Suggs, Bane, Wagner, Banchero, Carter
Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 12:37 PM
Orlando Magic
Jalen Suggs, Desmond Bane, Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr. will start Wednesday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Appearing in a game for the first time since February 11, Wagner is in the Magic starting lineup. His return pushes Tristan da Silva to the bench, but Wagner will be under an unspecified minutes limit. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) upgraded to available vs. ATL
Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 11:04 AM
NBA Injury Report
Franz Wagner (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Hawks.
Analysis: Wagner, who last appeared in a game just before the All-Star break, is officially available for Wednesday's game. He was used in a reserve role the last time he returned after an extended absence, so Tristan da Silva could remain with the starters for another game. And even if he doesn't, the Magic are still without Anthony Black, so da Silva's minutes should not take too significant of a hit. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) upgraded to questionable
Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 6:53 AM
NBA Injury Report
Franz Wagner (ankle) is questionable to play against the Hawks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Wagner hasn't played since before the All-Star break and has only suited up four times since Dec. 8. Reports from Tuesday indicated that Wagner has progressed to 5-on-5, and it appears that he could be making his return against Atlanta. If he is back, Tristan da Silva will likely head back to the bench, though Wagner did come off the bench and played limited minutes in his two most recent appearances, so da Silva could maintain the role if they choose to do the same thing. Orlando is currently eighth in the East with seven games remaining in the regular season. Having Wagner healthy for the postseason will make them a difficult matchup for anyone. |
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Anthony Black Anthony Black (core) remains out vs. Atlanta
Wed, Apr 1, 2026, 6:48 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Black (core) has been ruled out against the Hawks on Wednesday.
Analysis: Black will be sidelined for a 14th straight game, which means Tristan da Silva will continue to play a large role. However, Franz Wagner has been upgraded to questionable, so da Silva may see those extended minutes while coming off the bench. |
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Desmond Bane Desmond Bane has 21/6/5 line in win over Suns
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 4:00 PM
Desmond Bane had 21 points (6-of-16 FGs, 7-of-8 FTs), six rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in Tuesday's win over the Suns.
Analysis: Bane averaged 24.7 points and 3.1 assists in February, but 20.4 points and 4.6 assists in March. Those trends more or less bore out again Tuesday as the 27-year-old shooting guard had 21 points and five assists. Bane has provided top-75 per game value over the last two weeks. The Magic have three games left in Week 23, starting with a matchup against the Hawks on Wednesday. |
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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero has 19/9/8 line in win over Suns
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 3:52 PM
Paolo Banchero had 19 points (6-of-14 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), nine rebounds, eight assists and one three-pointer in the Magic's 115-111 victory over the Suns on Tuesday.
Analysis: Banchero was +12 in the win over the Suns. The 23-year-old power forward was just a rebound and two assists shy of a triple-double in this one. Banchero had four turnovers and averaged 3.8 turnovers per game in March. He provided 11th-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Magic still have three games remaining in Week 23, starting with a matchup against the Hawks on Wednesday. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) âprogressing well'
Tue, Mar 31, 2026, 10:05 AM
Jason Beede
Orlando Magic beat writer Jason Beede reports that Franz Wagner (ankle) is âprogressing wellâ and has played 5-on-5 basketball.
Analysis: Beede doesn't give a firm timeline for Wagner to return, but this latest update indicates he's nearing a return. For now, fantasy managers still holding onto him should consider him day-to-day. |
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Anthony Black Anthony Black, Franz Wagner ruled out vs. Phoenix
Mon, Mar 30, 2026, 10:31 AM
NBA Injury Report
Anthony Black (core) and Franz Wagner (ankle) are out for Tuesday's game against the Suns.
Analysis: Black and Wagner will remain out for another game, which means Tristan da Silva will get another start. With it unknown when Black or Wagner will be healthy enough to play, da Silva is worth rostering in 12-team leagues. |
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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero struggles in blowout defeat
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 2:38 PM
Paolo Banchero tallied nine points (3-of-14 FGs, 3-of-4 FTs), five rebounds and three assists in Sunday's loss to the Raptors.
Analysis: Banchero wasn't the only Magic player to perform poorly in the 139-87 loss, but it's nearly impossible to win a game when your star struggles this badly. He missed all five of his three-point attempts and shot 33.3 percent from inside the arc. Banchero, who played 30 minutes, finished with more turnovers (five) than made field goals (three) in a brutal finish for Paolo and the fantasy managers rostering him. The Magic play four games in Week 23, starting with the Suns on Tuesday. |
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Jalen Suggs Jalen Suggs records 13/4/5/1/1 line vs. Toronto
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 2:37 PM
Jalen Suggs recorded 13 points (5-of-11 FGs, 1-of-1 FTs), four rebounds, five assists, one steal, one block and two three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Magic.
Analysis: After playing 36 minutes on Thursday in his return from an illness that sidelined him for two games, Suggs played 26 minutes on Sunday. The nature of the game was the reason, as Orlando was on the wrong end of a 139-87 defeat. The positive for the Magic was that the blowout got Suggs additional rest, given the time he has missed due to injury. They'll look to bounce back on Tuesday against the Suns. |
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Desmond Bane Desmond Bane scores team-high 17 points vs. TOR
Sun, Mar 29, 2026, 2:37 PM
Desmond Bane accounted for 17 points (5-of-10 FGs, 5-of-6 FTs), three rebounds, two assists and two three-pointers in Sunday's loss to the Raptors.
Analysis: In addition to allowing the Raptors to shoot 57.4 percent from the field, Orlando made just 37.8 percent of its attempts in the 139-87 defeat. Bane was the most productive of the Magic's five starters, but that rings hollow when you lose by 52 points. Bane has provided second-round value in eight-cat formats since the All-Star break, and he's certainly capable of sustaining that during the championship week of Yahoo! default leagues. Orlando plays four games in Week 23, starting with the Suns on Tuesday. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner, Anthony Black remain out vs. Toronto
Sat, Mar 28, 2026, 8:20 AM
NBA Injury Report
Franz Wagner (ankle) and Anthony Black (core) are out for Sunday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis: Wagner and Black are progressing in their recoveries, but neither has reached the point where they can play in games. Tristan da Silva remains a player who should be rostered in 12-team leagues, as he has served as Orlando's fifth starter with Wagner and Black sidelined. |
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Jalen Suggs Jalen Suggs (illness) plays 34 minutes in return
Thu, Mar 26, 2026, 3:54 PM
Jalen Suggs (illness) tallied eight points (3-of-8 FGs), four rebounds, four assists, one block and two three-pointers in Thursday's win over the Kings.
Analysis: Suggs' playing time was not restricted on Thursday, and he showed no ill effects from the two games he missed due to an illness. He did not offer much as a scorer against the Kings, but the most important thing for fantasy managers was that Suggs played 34 minutes. Orlando plays once more during Week 22, on Sunday against the Raptors, so fantasy managers will hope to get more production from Suggs there. |
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