Anthony Black News, Rumors, Updates - Orlando Magic

Tyrese Maxey scores 31 and Sixers beat Magic 109-97 in play-in game, advance to series vs. Celtics

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

NBA fines Magic $25,000 for listing Anthony Black as out before he played in win over Pistons

The NBA has fined the Orlando Magic $25,000 for violating league injury reporting rules before a home game against the Detroit Pistons

APRIL 9 • Associated Press

Magic fined $25K for violating league injury reporting rules Orlando failed to accurately disclose the game availability status of Anthony Black prior to game against Detroit on April 6.

APRIL 9 • NBA.COM

Drops 14 points in return Black accumulated 14 points (4-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-7 FT), one rebound, two assists and two steals across 15 minutes during Monday's 123-107 victory over the Pistons.

Impact Black returned to the court for the first time in the past 17 games, having been sidelined due to an abdominal injury. While it has been a breakout campaign for Black, it should be noted that much of his production came when others around him were also injured. Given the length of his absence, expect to see Black playing limited minutes for the remainder of the regular season.

APRIL 7 • ROTOWIRE

Banchero scores 31, Bane adds 25 to help the Magic turn back the Pistons 123-107

Paolo Banchero scored 31 points, Desmond Bane added 25 and the Orlando Magic beat the Detroit Pistons 123-107 on Monday night

APRIL 7 • Associated Press

Good to go Monday Black (abdomen) is available for Monday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Black will return from a 16-game absence due to an abdominal strain. It wouldn't be surprising to see him operate on a minutes restriction Monday, though the third-year guard's return could mean fewer minutes for Jevon Carter and Jamal Cain.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Probable for Monday Black (abdomen) is probable for Monday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Black continues to trend in the right direction. He was initially ruled out for this contest, but has since been upgraded from questionable to probable. Although he's on track to return, he could face limitations in his first game back.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to questionable Black (abdomen) is questionable for Monday's game against the Pistons.

Impact It's a significant upgrade for Black, who now has a real chance to end a 16-game absence with a left abdominal strain Monday. Although the third-year guard would be in line for a minutes restriction if he plays versus Detroit, there would still be more of a crunch for playing time among Jamal Cain, Tristan da Silva and Jevon Carter.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Another absence coming Black (abdomen) is out for Monday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Black will be sidelined for a 17th straight contest and remains without a timetable to return. His next chance to play is Wednesday against Minnesota.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Detroit faces Orlando on 3-game win streak

Detroit is looking to prolong its three-game win streak with a victory over Orlando

APRIL 6 • Associated Press

Remains out Sunday Black (abdomen) is listed as out for Sunday's game against New Orleans, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Black has been on the shelf for nearly a month, although, at this point, it's unknown how much longer he will remain off the floor. Statistically speaking, the 22-year-old is having a career-best season, averaging 15.3 points, 3.9 rebounds, 3.8 assists, 0.7 blocks and 1.4 steals across 30.7 minutes in 60 appearances. However, Black may not be as productive if cleared to return, considering it will likely take him some time to ramp up. Franz Wagner's availability should also cause Black to see fewer minutes.

APRIL 4 • ROTOWIRE

New Orleans faces Orlando, aims to halt 7-game skid

New Orleans aims to stop its seven-game skid when the New Orleans Pelicans take on Orlando

APRIL 4 • Associated Press

Won't return Friday Black (abdomen) is out for Friday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Black continues to be ruled out a day in advance of games for his 15th straight absence. He remains without a timetable to return.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas plays Orlando on home slide

Dallas looks to end its 13-game home slide with a win against Orlando

APRIL 2 • Associated Press

Won't play Wednesday Black (Abdomen) is out for Wednesday's game against Atlanta.

Impact Black will be sidelined for a 14th straight game. He was spotted going through some individual work at Tuesday's shootaround, but he remains without a timetable to return.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando and Atlanta meet in conference matchup

Orlando plays Atlanta in a matchup of Eastern Conference teams

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Impact Black will miss his 13th straight game Tuesday, but this update suggests that he's trending in the right direction. For now, he can be considered questionable at best for Wednesday against Atlanta.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Banchero, Magic to host Booker and the Suns

Phoenix travels to Orlando for a non-conference matchup

MARCH 31 • Associated Press

Remains out for Tuesday Black (abdomen) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against Phoenix.

Impact Black will miss a 13th consecutive contest due to an abdominal strain and is without a definitive timetable for a return. He should be considered doubtful for future contests until the Magic offer an update on his progress.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Black (abdomen) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against Toronto.

Impact Black has been sidelined since March 7 due to a admonial strain, and he'll remain out Sunday. Considering he continues to be ruled out a day in advance, it doesn't seem like he is close to returning.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando visits Toronto on 3-game road skid

Orlando will try to end its three-game road skid when the Magic take on Toronto

MARCH 28 • Associated Press

Remaining sidelined Black is out for Thursday's game against Sacramento due to an abdominal strain.

Impact Black remains without a clear timetable for a return to the floor. His next chance to play comes Sunday, when the Magic take on the Raptors in Toronto.

MARCH 25 • ROTOWIRE

Magic take on the Kings on 6-game slide

Orlando looks to stop its six-game losing streak when the Orlando Magic play Sacramento

MARCH 25 • Associated Press

Cleveland takes on Orlando, seeks 4th straight win

Cleveland hosts Orlando aiming to continue its three-game win streak

MARCH 24 • Associated Press

Sitting again Tuesday Black (abdomen) is out for Tuesday's game against Cleveland.

Impact Black will miss yet another matchup while tending to an abdominal strain. His next opportunity to take the court will arrive Thursday against the Kings, though he doesn't appear to be all that close to a return.

MARCH 24 • ROTOWIRE

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Tyrese Maxey scores 31 and Sixers beat Magic 109-97 in play-in game, advance to series vs. Celtics

NBA fines Magic $25,000 for listing Anthony Black as out before he played in win over Pistons

Banchero scores 31, Bane adds 25 to help the Magic turn back the Pistons 123-107

Detroit faces Orlando on 3-game win streak

New Orleans faces Orlando, aims to halt 7-game skid

Dallas plays Orlando on home slide

Orlando and Atlanta meet in conference matchup

Banchero, Magic to host Booker and the Suns

Orlando visits Toronto on 3-game road skid

Magic take on the Kings on 6-game slide

Cleveland takes on Orlando, seeks 4th straight win