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Desmond Bane Desmond Bane plays just 18 minutes vs. Boston
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 3:41 PM
Desmond Bane finished with just eight points (3-of-8 FGs), two rebounds, one assist, one steal, one block and one three-pointer against the Celtics on Sunday.
Analysis: Bane got the start and played the first six minutes to officially play in all 82 games. After that, he sat the rest of the game, which allowed Tristan da Silva to play a larger role and start the second half. Well, that was the plan at least. Orlando likely expected to beat the Celtics' backups easily, but that didn't end up happening. Bane played the entire fourth quarter to try to bring the Magic back, but it didn't end up being enough, even if it was close. Bane has had a fantastic first season in Orlando, and he'll be back to playing his usual role against the 76ers in the play-in tournament on Wednesday. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner scores 20 points in loss to Boston
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 3:33 PM
Franz Wagner finished with 20 points (7-of-18 FGs), four rebounds, one assist, one steal and two three-pointers against the Celtics on Sunday.
Analysis: Wagner had his second straight 20-point game, which was also his second time reaching that mark in over four months. He's still getting used to being back out on the floor, but having him healthy and producing ahead of the postseason will give them a chance to survive the play-in tournament. Wagner was excellent early on this season, but a left ankle sprain derailed his season. Still, they'll have a chance to beat anybody with their roster finally healthy. |
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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero turns in triple-double vs. Boston
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 3:28 PM
Paolo Banchero recorded a triple-double on Sunday with 23 points (7-of-22 FGs, 9-of-11 FTs), 10 rebounds, 11 assists and six turnovers in a 113-108 loss to the Celtics.
Analysis: The good and the bad of what Banchero can do in the box score were on full display in this game. He recorded a triple-double, but he was really inefficient about doing it. He had been playing efficiently over the last few games, but he wasn't able to keep it going in this one, which snapped their five-game winning streak and dropped them to eighth in the East. Banchero will have to be more efficient in the play-in tournament against the 76ers on Wednesday in order to advance to the playoffs. |
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Jett Howard Jett Howard (ankle) downgraded to out vs. Boston
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 9:51 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jett Howard (ankle) is out for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Howard sprained his ankle during an April 3 game against the Mavericks and has not played since. His absence does not significantly affect the Magic rotation, especially with Franz Wagner and Tristan da Silva available. |
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Jonathan Isaac Jonathan Isaac (knee) downgraded to out vs. Boton
Sun, Apr 12, 2026, 9:49 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jonathan Isaac (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Isaac's continued absence won't significantly impact the Magic rotation, as he has not appeared in a game since March 12. |
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Jett Howard Jett Howard (ankle) questionable vs. Boston
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 6:08 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jett Howard (ankle) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Injured during an April 3 win over the Mavericks, Howard has missed Orlando's last four games. His availability does not significantly impact the team's wing rotation now that Franz Wagner has returned from his ankle injury. |
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Jonathan Isaac Jonathan Isaac (knee) questionable vs. Boston
Sat, Apr 11, 2026, 6:05 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jonathan Isaac (knee) is questionable for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Analysis: Isaac has not appeared in a game since spraining his left knee during a March 12 game against the Wizards. If he's available for Sunday's season finale, the veteran forward will give the Magic another option to work with in the frontcourt. |
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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero has 14/9/7 line in win over Bulls
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 4:37 PM
Paolo Banchero had 14 points (5-of-10 FGs, 3-of-6 FTs), nine rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one three-pointer in Friday's win over the Bulls.
Analysis: Banchero could've probably had a triple-double if he played a few more minutes. Nevertheless, the 23-year-old power forward led the Magic to victory over the Bulls as he was +21 in 27 minutes. He had 14 points on 10 attempts from the field, nine rebounds and seven assists. Banchero and the Magic didn't have the year they'd hoped for this season, leading to him providing 11th-round per game value. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner has 25 points, three threes in win
Fri, Apr 10, 2026, 4:31 PM
Franz Wagner had 25 points (8-of-13 FGs, 6-of-9 FTs), two rebounds, four assists and three three-pointers in the Magic's 127-103 victory over the Bulls on Friday.
Analysis: Wagner played only 23 minutes, but was very efficient with 25 points on 13 attempts from the field. Injuries limited the 24-year-old small forward to just 33 games this season, so it's certainly a positive to see him finishing out the season healthy and productive. Orlando will close out the regular season on Sunday against Boston. |
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Jett Howard Jett Howard (ankle) remains out vs. Chicago
Thu, Apr 9, 2026, 8:09 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jett Howard (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the Bulls.
Analysis: Howard will miss a fourth consecutive game on Friday as he deals with a sprained left ankle. His continued absence will not significantly impact the Magic rotation. |
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Desmond Bane Desmond Bane records 18 points, six assists
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 3:27 PM
Desmond Bane accounted for 18 points (7-of-13 FGs, 3-of-3 FTs), three rebounds, six assists, one steal, one block and one three-pointer in Wednesday's win over the Timberwolves.
Analysis: After scoring 25 points or more in three consecutive games, Bane was limited to 18 on Wednesday. However, he shot the ball efficiently and tied for the team lead in assists as part of a complete stat line. Bane has played consistently well recently, which is precisely what he and the Magic wanted heading into the postseason. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (knee) plays 22 minutes vs. Minnesota
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 3:27 PM
Franz Wagner (knee) tallied 17 points (7-of-13 FGs, 2-of-2 FTs), two assists, one block and one three-pointer in Wednesday's win over the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Wagner shot the ball well on Wednesday, but of greater concern for him and the Magic was his third-quarter left knee injury. The good news is that Franz returned to action later in the quarter, finishing with 22 minutes played. However, given the amount of time he missed due to the high left ankle sprain suffered in early December, the last thing the Magic needed was to see Wagner injured again. It would be unsurprising if his minutes remained limited for the final two games of the regular season. |
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Paolo Banchero Paolo Banchero scores team-high 20 points vs. MIN
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 3:26 PM
Paolo Banchero finished Wednesday's win over the Timberwolves with 20 points (8-of-11 FGs, 3-of-5 FTs), eight rebounds, six assists, one steal and one three-pointer.
Analysis: Banchero led seven Magic players in double figures on Wednesday, with the victory moving Orlando to within a game of Toronto in the loss column for sixth place in the East. The top six teams avoid the Play-In Tournament, which could be critical for the Magic given the recent returns from injury for Franz Wagner and Anthony Black. Orlando has two more games to play in the regular season, starting with the Bulls on Friday. |
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Franz Wagner ORL starts Suggs, Bane, Wagner, Banchero, Carter
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 12:47 PM
NBA Lineups
Jalen Suggs, Desmond Bane, Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero and Wendell Carter Jr. will start Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Wagner is back after sitting out Monday's win over the Pistons. His return means that Tristan da Silva will come off the bench. |
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Wendell Carter Wendell Carter Jr., Jamal Cain available vs. MIN
Wed, Apr 8, 2026, 10:32 AM
Orlando Magic
Wendell Carter Jr. (nose) and Jamal Cain (calf) are available for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Carter and Cain are good to go after being listed as questionable on the initial injury report. The former will take on his usual duties as the starting center, while the latter may pick up some rotation minutes off the bench. |
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Jamal Cain Jamal Cain (calf) questionable vs. Minnesota
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 10:41 AM
NBA Injury Report
Cain, who suffered a left calf contusion during Monday's win over the Pistons, played 11 minutes off the bench before exiting. His absence would not significantly impact fantasy basketball, as Franz Wagner and Tristan da Silva are available.
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Jett Howard Jett Howard (ankle) to remain out vs. Minnesota
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 10:39 AM
NBA Injury Report
Jett Howard (ankle) is out for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Wednesday's game will be the third that Howard has missed with a sprained left ankle. Franz Wagner and Tristan da Silva are available, so the Magic will have the depth needed to account for Howard's continued absence. |
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Franz Wagner Franz Wagner (ankle) removed from injury report
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 10:38 AM
NBA Injury Report
Franz Wagner (ankle) is off the injury report for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Wagner did not play in Monday's win over the Pistons, as it was Orlando's second game in as many days. His return will push Tristan da Silva to the bench. |
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Wendell Carter Wendell Carter Jr. (nose) questionable vs. MIN
Tue, Apr 7, 2026, 10:35 AM
NBA Injury Report
Wendell Carter Jr. (nose) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Analysis: Carter suffered a fractured nose during Monday's win over the Pistons, with the injury limiting him to 18 minutes. If he can't play on Wednesday, Goga Bitadze is the likely replacement in the starting five. |
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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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