Franz Wagner News, Rumors, Updates - Orlando Magic

Logs 32 minutes in win' Wagner posted 19 points (7-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-5 FT), five rebounds, four assists and two steals in 32 minutes during Sunday's 112-101 win over the Pistons in Game 1 of the first rou...

Impact Wagner played at least 30 minutes for the first time since returning from an ankle injury, helping the Magic to an unlikely win. Although his production remains somewhat limited, he is certainly looking more and more comfortable with each passing game. The two teams will lineup again Wednesday, with Orlando looking to take a 2-0 series lead.

6 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Paolo Banchero scores 23 and Magic beat Pistons 112-101 to extend NBA's longest home postseason skid

Paolo Banchero had 23 points, nine rebounds and four assists to lead the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic to a 112-101 win over the top-seeded Detroit Pistons in Game 1 of their first-r...

9 HOURS AGO • Associated Press

Magic rout Hornets 121-90 in play-in game, advance to face Pistons in 1st round of playoffs

Paolo Banchero scored 25 points and the Orlando Magic built a 35-point lead in the first half on the way to a 121-90 rout of Charlotte Hornets in a play-in tournament game on Frida...

2 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Limited in loss Wagner chipped in 12 points (5-11 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), four rebounds and three assists across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 109-97 Play-In Game loss to Philadelphia.

Impact Wagner remained on a minutes restriction, although he did close in on 30 minutes for the first time since returning from injury. With that said, he appeared to suffer a knee injury late in the game, sending him to the bench for a brief period. While he was able to close out the game, he looked far from healthy. His availability for Friday's must-win game against the Hornets could be key, should the Magic hope to advance to the playoffs.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Will remain limited Wednesday Head coach Jamahl Mosley said Wagner will remain on an unspecified minutes restriction in Wednesday's Play-In Tournament game against the 76ers, Adam Aaronson of PhillyVoice.com re...

Impact While it's unclear exactly how many minutes the 24-year-old forward will be capped at, Mosley relayed that he's expected to see a slight bump in playing time. Wagner logged 26 minutes during Sunday's loss to Boston in Orlando's regular-season finale, posting 20 points, four rebounds, one assist and one steal.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

76ers take on the Magic for play-in game

The Philadelphia 76ers and the Orlando Magic square off for the NBA Playoffs Play-In Tournament

6 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Hampered in loss Sunday Wagner notched 20 points (7-18 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), four rebounds, one assist and one steal in 26 minutes during Sunday's 113-108 loss to Boston.

Impact Despite scoring at least 20 points for the second straight game, Wagner appeared to be limited down the stretch. He was seen with his head in his hands on the bench, seemingly bothered by an injury. He also received treatment on his knee, but was forced to close the game, given the situation. With Sunday's loss, Orlando will now travel to Philadelphia for the first play-in game, where the winner will advance to face the Celtics.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Wagner scores 25 as Magic beat Bulls 127-103 and move into sixth-place tie in the East with Toronto

Franz Wagner scored 25 points, Jamal Cain added 20 and the Orlando Magic remained in the running to avoid the play-in tournament by beating the Chicago Bulls 127-103

APRIL 11 • Associated Press

Scores 17 points in win Wagner contributed 17 points (7-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two assists and one block over 22 minutes during Wednesday's 132-120 win over Minnesota.

Impact Wagner exited Wednesday's game during the third quarter due to an apparent knee injury, but he checked back in after a brief stint in the locker room. This was Wagner's first time playing more than 20 minutes since Feb 11. Even though his role on offense is a prominent one, the Magic's focus right now is to have him as sharp as possible for the upcoming playoff run, so his minutes might be limited in the final two games of the regular season against the Bulls and Celtics on Friday and Sunday, respectively.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Magic beat Timberwolves 132-120 as Paolo Banchero scores 20 and Orlando wins 4th straight

Paolo Banchero had 20 points and eight rebounds, Desmond Bane added 18 points and six assists and the Orlando Magic beat the Minnesota Timberwolves 132-120

APRIL 9 • Associated Press

Returns to Wednesday's game Wagner (knee) returned in the third quarter of Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Wagner briefly went to the locker room early in the third quarter after appearing to injure his left knee. However, he was cleared to return later in the same frame and checked back in at the 2:44 mark.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves for locker room Wagner exited to the locker room in the third quarter of Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves due to an apparent left knee injury, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Wagner appeared to hyperextend his left knee and went down before walking to the locker room under his own power. If he's unable to return, Tristan da Silva will likely help pick up the slack the rest of the way.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go for Wednesday Wagner is available for Wednesday's game against Minnesota.

Impact Wagner is off the injury report after missing Monday's game against the Pistons for injury maintenance. Wagner is averaging a modest 19.1 minutes over his last three appearances.

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

Ruled out Monday Wagner (rest) is out for Monday against the Pistons.

Impact As expected, Wagner will miss the second leg of this back-to-back set for maintenance. With Wagner getting the night off, the Magic could lean more on Tristan da Silva.

APRIL 6 • ROTOWIRE

Magic overcome Cooper Flagg's 51-point night as Mavericks lose 14th straight home game

Wendell Carter Jr. scored 28 points and the Orlando Magic beat Dallas 138-127, overcoming a 51-point showing from rookie No. 1 pick Cooper Flagg and handing the Mavericks their 14t...

APRIL 4 • Associated Press

Modest line in return Wagner supplied 12 points (5-13 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 2-3 FT), one rebound and two assists in 20 minutes during Wednesday's 130-101 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Returning from a 22-game absence, Wagner saw a limited workload with the starters Wednesday, pushing Tristan da Silva back to the bench. The Magic will likely continue to gradually build his minutes back up, and he's probably going to see some maintenance in the final couple weeks as well.

APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE

Will start in return Wagner (ankle) will start Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Cody Taylor of USA Today reports.

Impact The 24-year-old forward will return from a 22-game absence due to a left high-ankle sprain and reclaim his spot in the starting five from Tristan da Silva. Wagner sustained the ankle injury Dec. 7 and has played in just four games since, so he's likely to operate under a minutes restriction during his return to action.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Cleared to play Wednesday Wagner (ankle) is available for Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Brett Siegel of ClutchPoints.com reports.

Impact Wagner sustained a left high-ankle sprain Dec. 7 and has played in just four games since. However he'll shed his questionable tag and return Wednesday from a 22-game absence due to the ankle injury. The 24-year-old will likely operate under a minutes restriction and may even come off the bench against Atlanta. Over four appearances (two starts) since picking up the injury, he has averaged 12.8 points, 3.8 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 22.8 minutes per contest.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Listed as questionable Wagner (ankle) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Hawks.

Impact This is a huge step in the right direction for Wagner as he inches closer to a return. The forward was recently cleared for 5-on-5 and it sounds like he may warm up before a decision is made on his stats. Tristan da Silva is likely to see a reduced role if Wagner gets the green light.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando and Atlanta meet in conference matchup

Orlando plays Atlanta in a matchup of Eastern Conference teams

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Bane and Suggs power the Magic to a 115-111 victory over the Suns

Desmond Bane scored 21 points, Jalen Suggs added 20 points, eight rebounds and seven assists and the Orlando Magic held off the Phoenix Suns 115-111

APRIL 1 • Associated Press

Inching closer toward return Wagner (ankle), who has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Suns, is "progressing well," per Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel.

Impact Wagner has participated in 5-on-5 scrimmages at practice, and head coach Jamahl Mosley said Tuesday that the star forward will be re-evaluated following treatment. Wagner appears to have a real chance to return from a high-grade ankle sprain Wednesday, when the Magic take on the Hawks in a key Eastern Conference matchup.

MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE

Banchero, Magic to host Booker and the Suns

Phoenix travels to Orlando for a non-conference matchup

MARCH 31 • Associated Press

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

Impact Wagner hasn't played since Feb. 11 due to left high-ankle sprain injury management, though he recently joined the G League's Osceola Magic for practice and is trending in the right direction. His next opportunity to suit up will come Wednesday against the Hawks.

MARCH 30 • ROTOWIRE

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Paolo Banchero scores 23 and Magic beat Pistons 112-101 to extend NBA's longest home postseason skid

Magic rout Hornets 121-90 in play-in game, advance to face Pistons in 1st round of playoffs

76ers take on the Magic for play-in game

Wagner scores 25 as Magic beat Bulls 127-103 and move into sixth-place tie in the East with Toronto

Magic beat Timberwolves 132-120 as Paolo Banchero scores 20 and Orlando wins 4th straight

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

Magic overcome Cooper Flagg's 51-point night as Mavericks lose 14th straight home game

Orlando and Atlanta meet in conference matchup

Bane and Suggs power the Magic to a 115-111 victory over the Suns

Banchero, Magic to host Booker and the Suns