Franz Wagner News, Rumors, Updates - Orlando Magic

Moritz Wagner returns to Magic ahead of trip home for game in Germany

Moritz Wagner got a rousing ovation when he got off the Orlando bench late in the first quarter Sunday against New Orleans

1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

Not playing Sunday Wagner (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.

Impact Wagner's absence will extend to 16 games Sunday as he continues to recover from a left ankle sprain that he suffered against the Knicks on Dec. 7. His next chance to play is Thursday against the Grizzlies, though there doesn't appear to be a clear timeline for his return. Tristan da Silva (back) and Noah Penda should continue to see elevated roles for as long as Wagner is sidelined.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Orlando takes on New Orleans in non-conference matchup

New Orleans faces Orlando for a non-conference matchup

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Listed out for Friday Wagner (ankle) is out for Friday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Orlando anticipated Wagner being able to return from a high-ankle sprain at some time this week, and the star forward is now setting his sights toward Sunday's tilt against the Pelicans as his next possible return date. Tristan da Silva should continue to start for the Magic on Friday.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Orlando hosts Philadelphia after overtime win against Brooklyn

Orlando hosts the Philadelphia 76ers after the Magic took down the Brooklyn Nets 104-103 in overtime

5 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Brooklyn and Orlando face off in conference matchup

Orlando heads to Brooklyn for an Eastern Conference matchup Wednesday

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Remaining out Wednesday Wagner (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nets.

Impact Wagner hasn't played since Dec. 7 due to a left high-ankle sprain, though it was reported Friday that he's expected to return "within the next week," according to Philip Rossman-Reich of OrlandoMagicDaily.com. The star forward's next opportunity to play will come Friday against the 76ers. In the meantime, Tristan da Silva, Jamal Cain and Noah Penda are candidates for increased playing time.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

CJ McCollum steadies Wizards in 4th quarter of 120-112 win over Magic

CJ McCollum scored 27 points and steadied the Wizards after they nearly blew a 26-point lead as Washington held on for a 120-112 victory over the Orlando Magic

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Won't play Tuesday Wagner is out for Tuesday's game against the Wizards with a sprained left ankle, per Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel.

Impact The Magic anticipate Wagner being able to return at some point this week, so his status appears to be day-to-day ahead of Wednesday's game against the Nets. Tristan da Silva should hang on to streaming appeal for at least one more contest.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

McCollum, Wizards take on the Magic

Washington and Orlando will hit the court in a matchup of Eastern Conference opponents

JANUARY 5 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Sunday Wagner (ankle) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Wagner will miss his 12th consecutive contest due to a left high-ankle sprain and remains without a clear timetable for a return. The 24-year-old forward should be considered doubtful for future contests until the Magic offer an update on his recovery.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Indiana takes on Orlando, aims to stop 11-game slide

Indiana comes into the matchup against Orlando as losers of 11 straight games

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

Buzelis scores 21 points, Huerter adds 20 as Bulls beat Magic 121-114 for 2nd straight win

Matas Buzelis scored 17 of his 21 points in the second half, Kevin Huerter added 20 points, and the Chicago Bulls rallied to beat the Orlando Magic 121-114 on Friday night

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

Bulls vs Magic injury report: Coby White, Franz Wagner, Josh Giddey, and more Injury updates on the Bulls and Magic, including timelines for Josh Giddey, Coby White, Zach Collins, and Franz Wagner’s continued absence.

JANUARY 2 • PIPPENAINTEASY.COM

Orlando heads to Chicago for conference matchup

Chicago faces Orlando in a matchup of Eastern Conference teams

JANUARY 1 • Associated Press

Banchero's basket in final seconds leads Magic to a 112-110 win over the Pacers

Paolo Banchero had 29 points and 10 rebounds and hit the go-ahead basket with 7.5 seconds remaining as the Orlando Magic rallied from a 10-point, third-quarter deficit and beat Ind...

DECEMBER 31, 2025 • Associated Press

Pacers face the Magic on 9-game slide

Indiana looks to break its nine-game skid when the Indiana Pacers take on Orlando

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

Without timetable for return Head coach Jamahl Mosley said Monday that Wagner (ankle) is without a timetable for a return to game action, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Wagner is slated to miss his ninth consecutive contest Monday due to a left high-ankle sprain he sustained in a loss to the Knicks on Dec. 7, and he doesn't appear to be nearing a return. Beede reported Friday that the star forward has yet to progress to running or cutting and has been limited to spot shooting. He should be considered week-to-week until Orlando offers another update on his recovery.

DECEMBER 30, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Toronto takes on Orlando after overtime win

Toronto hosts the Orlando Magic after the Raptors took down the Golden State Warriors 141-127 in overtime

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Remaining out Saturday Wagner (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against Denver.

Impact Wagner will miss his eighth consecutive outing due to a left high-ankle sprain he sustained in a loss to New York on Dec. 7. With the star forward remaining sidelined, Noah Penda will likely continue to see increased playing time. Wagner should be considered week-to-week until the Magic offer an update on his recovery.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Denver visits Orlando following Jokic's 56-point outing

Denver visits the Orlando Magic after Nikola Jokić scored 56 points in the Nuggets' 142-138 overtime victory over the Minnesota Timberwolves

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Not ready to return Wagner (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Wagner was diagnosed with a left high-ankle sprain in early December, which typically carries a recovery timeline of 2-to-4 weeks. He hasn't progressed enough in his recovery to return Friday, so his next chance to play is Saturday against the Nuggets.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bane, Magic host the Hornets

Charlotte heads to Orlando for an Eastern Conference matchup Friday

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • Associated Press

Trail Blazers play the Magic on 3-game win streak

Portland is looking to extend its three-game win streak with a victory over Orlando

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • Associated Press

Orlando plays Golden State after overtime win

Orlando visits the Golden State Warriors after the Magic took down the Utah Jazz 128-127 in overtime

DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

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