Anthony Black News, Rumors, Updates - Orlando Magic

Won't return Saturday Black (back) has been ruled out for the rest of Saturday's game against the Timberwolves. He'll finish with zero points (0-2 FT), two rebounds and one steal over two minutes.

Impact Black will miss the rest of Saturday's game after straining his lower back early in the fourth quarter, and the injury puts him in jeopardy of missing the second leg of the Magic's back-to-back set against the Bucks on Sunday. Tristan da Silva started in place of Black for the second half of Saturday's contest.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to return Saturday Black is questionable to return to Saturday's game against the Timberwolves due to a lower-back strain.

Impact Black went to the locker room early in the first quarter and is being evaluated by medical staff to determine whether he can return. Tristan da Silva, Jevon Carter and Jett Howard will take on larger roles for as long as Black is sidelined.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Goes to locker room Black went to the locker room during the first quarter of Saturday's game against the Timberwolves due to a back injury, Philip Rossman-Reich of OrlandoMagicDaily.com reports.

Impact Black appeared to tweak his back while going for a steal and was replaced by Tristan da Silva at the 9:59 mark in the first quarter. While Black is in the locker room being evaluated by medical staff, da Silva, Jett Howard and Jevon Carter are all candidates to see more minutes off the bench.

MARCH 7 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Thursday Black (quadriceps) will play Thursday against the Mavericks.

Impact Black was spotted taking part in shootaround earlier in the day, and he evidently feels healthy enough to give it a go. He'll make his return to the court after missing two games with a bruised right quad.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Goes through shootaround Black (quadriceps) participated in Thursday's morning shootaround, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Black remains questionable to play against the Mavericks on Thursday and is shaping up to be a game-time call. If Black is unable to return to the lineup, the Magic will likely keep leaning on Jevon Carter and Tristan da Silva.

MARCH 5 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Thursday Black (quadriceps) is questionable for Thursday's game against the Mavericks.

Impact Black remains day-to-day after missing the past two games. He was originally slated to play Tuesday, only for the Magic to change their tune before tipoff. Jevon Carter and Tristan da Silva are likely to see more minutes if Black is unable to give it a go.

MARCH 4 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas faces Orlando on 4-game skid

Dallas will try to break its four-game losing streak when the Mavericks take on Orlando

MARCH 4 • Associated Press

Paolo Banchero matches season high with 37 points as Magic ease past Wizards 126-109

Paolo Banchero equaled a season high with 37 points, Desmond Bane scored 25 and the Orlando Magic eased to a 126-109 victory over the Washington Wizards

MARCH 4 • Associated Press

Downgraded to out Black (quadriceps) is out for Tuesday's game against Washington, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact The reported earlier in the day that Black appeared unlikely to go, and he's since been downgraded to out. It appears Tristan da Silva will be in line for another start in Black's place.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to play Black (quadriceps) is no longer expected to play Tuesday against the Wizards, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact The Magic downgraded Black from probable to questionable.

MARCH 3 • ROTOWIRE

Washington takes on Orlando on 5-game skid

Washington aims to break its five-game slide with a victory over Orlando

MARCH 3 • Associated Press

Probable for Tuesday Black is probable for Tuesday's game against the Wizards with a right quad contusion.

Impact Despite being unable to practice Monday, Black is likely to suit up Tuesday after missing Sunday's loss to Detroit. Black has averaged 11.4 points, 2.8 rebounds, 2.8 assists and 1.8 steals in 33.2 minutes per tilt in his last five games. Tristan da Silva looks like the most likely choice to move to the bench.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Unable to practice Monday Black (quadriceps) was unable to practice Monday, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Magic coach Jamahl Mosley said Black was on the floor after practice taking some free throws, but he didn't go through any contact. Black, who was unable to play Sunday against the Pistons, sounds highly questionable for Tuesday's game against Washington.

MARCH 2 • ROTOWIRE

Cunningham, Harris help NBA-leading Pistons beat Magic for 6th straight road victory

Cade Cunningham had 29 points and 11 assists, Tobias Harris scored 23 points and the NBA-leading Detroit Pistons beat the Orlando Magic 106-92 on Sunday night for their sixth strai...

MARCH 2 • Associated Press

Won't play Sunday Black (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Black was a late addition to the injury report due to a right quadriceps contusion and won't suit up Sunday. With the third-year guard sidelined, Tristan da Silva, Jevon Carter and Jett Howard are candidates to see increased playing time. Black's next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Wizards.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Sunday Black is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Pistons due to a right quadriceps contusion.

Impact Black was a late addition to the injury report and is in jeopardy of missing his first game of the season. If the third-year guard is ultimately ruled out, Jett Howard and Jevon Carter would be candidates to see increased playing time.

MARCH 1 • ROTOWIRE

Solid on defensive end Black posted eight points (4-13 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 0-4 FT), four rebounds, four assists, two blocks and three steals in 30 minutes during Tuesday's 110-109 victory over the Lakers.

Impact While Black couldn't find his rhythm from the field, he made up for it with a strong showing on the defensive end. He's in the midst of a slump, however, as he's averaging 9.7 points on 35.3 percent shooting over his last three games with Jalen Suggs (back) sidelined for all of those.

FEBRUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Green shakes off rough night with 3 at buzzer, Suns edge Magic 113-110 in 2 OT

Jalen Green hit a 3-pointer from the right corner at the buzzer to give the Phoenix Suns a 113-110 double-overtime victory over the Orlando Magic on Saturday

FEBRUARY 22 • Associated Press

Pops for 20 in Thursday's win Black recorded 20 points (8-13 FG, 4-6 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists and three steals over 31 minutes during Thursday's 131-94 victory over the Kings.

Impact It's the third time in the last four games Black has scored at least 20 points. The sixth overall pick in the 2023 NBA Draft remains on course for a breakout campaign -- Black has scored in double digits in 11 straight games, averaging 18.2 points, 3.9 boards, 3.9 assists, 2.2 threes, 2.1 steals and 0.9 blocks over that span.

FEBRUARY 20 • ROTOWIRE

Magic use 3-point flurry to hand the Kings their franchise-record 15th straight loss

Paolo Banchero scored 30 points and the Orlando Magic beat Sacramento 131-94 on Thursday night for the Kings’ franchise-record 15th straight loss

FEBRUARY 20 • Associated Press

Scores 26 in stellar performance Black chipped in 26 points (8-13 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 8-9 FT), five rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals in 34 minutes during Monday's 118-99 win over the Bucks.

Impact Black needed only 13 shots to end the night with 26 points. The Arkansas guard has really blossomed in year three. His scoring average is up from 9.4 points last season to 16.1 this year even with the addition of Desmond Bane this year. He remains a two-way presence as well, ending Mondays game with a block and a pair of steals.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando takes home win streak into matchup with Milwaukee

Orlando looks to prolong its four-game home win streak with a victory over Milwaukee

FEBRUARY 10 • Associated Press

Remaining with starters Black will start his 28th consecutive game Monday night against the Bucks.

Impact It was initially reported that Black would shift to the bench Monday with Franz Wagner cleared to play, but the Magic will elect to keep Black with the first unit while Wagner returns to game shape. Black has reached the 20-point threshold in three of his previous six appearances and is averaging 18.5 points in 33.5 minutes during this stretch.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Retreats to bench Black will come off the bench Monday night against the Bucks.

Impact Black will move back to the bench with Franz Wagner set to return from a nine-game absence. Black is averaging 17.2 points, 6.7 rebounds, 4.2 assists and 1.0 steal in his previous six appearances as a reserve, which dates back to a stretch from Nov. 25 - Dec. 7.

FEBRUARY 10 • ROTOWIRE

Magic overcome a 17-point deficit to beat the Jazz 120-117

Paolo Banchero had 23 points and the Orlando Magic overcame a 17-point deficit to beat the Utah Jazz 120-117 on Saturday night

FEBRUARY 8 • Associated Press

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Dallas faces Orlando on 4-game skid

Paolo Banchero matches season high with 37 points as Magic ease past Wizards 126-109

Washington takes on Orlando on 5-game skid

Cunningham, Harris help NBA-leading Pistons beat Magic for 6th straight road victory

Green shakes off rough night with 3 at buzzer, Suns edge Magic 113-110 in 2 OT

Magic use 3-point flurry to hand the Kings their franchise-record 15th straight loss

Orlando takes home win streak into matchup with Milwaukee

Magic overcome a 17-point deficit to beat the Jazz 120-117