Franz Wagner News, Rumors, Updates - Orlando Magic

Absent from injury report Wagner (shoulder) is off the injury report for Wednesday's season opener against the Hawks.

Impact Wagner dealt with a brief bout of shoulder soreness to end the preseason, but the issue proving to be of minimal concern. The star forward should be able to handle a normal workload in his season debut.

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Expected to play Wednesday Wagner (shoulder) practiced in full Tuesday and is planning to play in Wednesday's game against the Hawks, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Orlando will release their injury report Tuesday evening ahead of Opening Night, and there's a chance Wagner may not be listed on it based on this update. For now, fantasy managers can pencil him into lineups.

9 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Magic open season at home against the Hawks

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Limited in Sunday's practice Head coach Sean Sweeney said the team will continue to evaluate Wagner's right shoulder, and he was limited to "light work" in Sunday's practice, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentine...

Impact Wagner exited Friday's preseason finale due to right shoulder soreness and did not return. The severity of the issue is unclear, though the 25-year-old forward can be considered questionable for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Hawks. If he's forced to miss time, Anthony Black (ankle), Jamal Cain and Tristan da Silva would all be candidates for increased playing time.

2 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Exits with right shoulder soreness Wagner exited Friday's 136-115 preseason win over the Heat with right shoulder soreness and did not return, Cody Taylor of USA Today reports.

Impact Per Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel, head coach Sean Sweeney did not provide an update after the game, simply saying that Wagner would be "re-evaluated." For what it's worth, Wagner did return to the bench after getting ruled out for the remainder of the game, but for now, he should be considered questionable for Wednesday's regular-season opener against the Hawks.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

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Hits 20-point mark Tuesday Wagner recorded 20 points (7-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), four rebounds, eight assists and two steals across 22 minutes in Tuesday's 132-116 preseason win over the Cavaliers.

Impact Wagner delivered an efficient offensive performance, converting 70 percent of his field-goal attempts while finishing second on Orlando in scoring behind Paolo Banchero, who finished with 24 points. The forward also led all players with eight assists, committing just one turnover while helping the Magic control the contest from the opening stages. His two steals added to an impressive all-around showing, and his ability to contribute as both a scorer and facilitator should make him a valuable multi-category fantasy option heading into the regular season. He figures to be the Magic's No. 2 option on offense behind Banchero.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Scores 10 points in loss Sunday Wagner finished with 10 points (4-7 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds and three assists over 15 minutes in Sunday's 119-105 preseason loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact After scoring six points in Wednesday's preseason win over the Grizzlies, Wagner reached double figures in scoring Sunday. He did commit four turnovers, but considering this hasn't been much of an issue during his career, it's not a cause for concern. The 25-year-old averaged 20.6 points, 5.2 rebounds and 3.3 assists across 30.0 minutes in 2025-26. However, Wagner was limited to 34 regular-season games. The 2021 No. 8 overall pick is an All-Star-caliber player, though his ceiling won't be as high until he proves he can stay off the injury report moving ahead.

OCTOBER 12 • ROTOWIRE

3 Things Magic Star Franz Wagner Needs for All-Star Bid Franz Wagner is going into his sixth season with the Orlando Magic.

OCTOBER 10 • SI.COM

Dishes out seven assists Wagner finished with six points (2-7 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven assists, two rebounds and two steals in 14 minutes during Wednesday's 122-118 preseason victory over Memphis.

Impact Wagner struggled with his shot but made a significant impact as a facilitator, leading Orlando in assists despite limited playing time. His ability to contribute across multiple categories should remain a key part of his fantasy appeal heading into the regular season.

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Franz Wagner Opens Up to Life on The Magic After Moritz After joining the Magic as the team's 8th-overall pick in the 2021 NBA Draft, Franz Wagner is about embark on his sixth NBA season in Orland...

SEPTEMBER 29 • SI.COM

Ready for new year Wagner (calf) is eager for the new season to begin, per Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel.

Impact After sitting out for Germany during FIBA World Cup action over the summer, Wagner appears to have a clean bill of health this fall. Ankle and calf injuries held Wagner to just 34 regular-season appearances last year, but the star forward was highly effective when healthy to the tune of 20.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 0.9 steals per game.

SEPTEMBER 28 • ROTOWIRE

What the Magic Need to Become a True Contender, According to an NBA Scout The Magic have a glaring need to enhance the core of Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Desmond Bane, according to an NBA scout.

SEPTEMBER 28 • SI.COM

Sits out for Germany Wagner (calf) did not participate in Germany's latest FIBA World Cup qualifying window as he focuses on preparing for the 2026-27 NBA season.

Impact Wagner was limited to 34 regular-season appearances for Orlando last season but remained productive when available, averaging 20.6 points, 5.2 rebounds and 3.3 assists in 30.0 minutes per game. The 25-year-old remains one of the centerpieces of the Magic's offense and should continue handling a significant scoring and playmaking workload alongside Paolo Banchero. Wagner's well-rounded production gives him considerable fantasy upside entering his sixth NBA season.

SEPTEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

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AUGUST 9 • SI.COM

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JULY 1 • Associated Press

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JUNE 19 • SI.COM

Sean Sweeney takes over in Orlando, and says Magic wound up convincing him that the fit was right

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JUNE 18 • Associated Press

Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero Have to Get it Right For Magic Out of 82 games, the Orlando Magic had just 24 in which both Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner were on the court together. It's hard to win co...

JUNE 15 • SI.COM

Franz Wagner, Magic Ready For Change Under Sean Sweeney The Orlando Magic are ready for what new head coach Sean Sweeney has to offer after he was hired to replace Jamahl Mosley, who spent five ye...

JUNE 14 • SI.COM

Magic Star Franz Wagner Opens Up About Injury Setbacks, 'No Regrets' Over Berlin Return The Orlando Magic's season was defined by a lack of reaching their full potential. A big reason behind that was Franz Wagner not staying hea...

JUNE 13 • SI.COM

Warriors could have given up on intriguing forward compared to Franz Wagner The Golden State Warriors have a number of players in consideration for their 11th overall pick at this month's NBA draft, but recent report...

JUNE 9 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Warriors can finally correct Jonathan Kuminga draft mistake five years later Nearly five years ago the Golden State Warriors sat on the clock and with a decision to make at the 2021 NBA Draft. Take Jonathan Kuminga or...

JUNE 5 • BLUEMANHOOP.COM

Magic, Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney are finalizing deal to make him their head coach, AP source says

Sean Sweeney’s wait to become a head coach is about to be over

MAY 29 • Associated Press

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MAY 21 • PISTONPOWERED.COM

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Magic open season at home against the Hawks

After no playoff success a year ago, the NBA's Southeast Division has more star power this season

NBA free agency: Norman Powell to Chicago in another All-Star move as teams continue shaping rosters

Sean Sweeney takes over in Orlando, and says Magic wound up convincing him that the fit was right

Magic, Spurs assistant Sean Sweeney are finalizing deal to make him their head coach, AP source says