Goga Bitadze News, Rumors, Updates - Orlando Magic

Double-double in Sunday's start Bitadze ended Sunday's 128-118 win over the Pelicans with 14 points (7-10 FG, 0-1 3Pt), 13 rebounds, one assist, two blocks and three steals in 32 minutes.

Impact With Wendell Carter (hip) ruled out, Bitadze made his first start of the season and played a season high in minutes, and he responded with his first double-double. The 26-year-old center hadn't played more than 20 minutes since Oct. 29 however, and unless Carter's injury proved to be more serious than expected, Bitadze will have a hard time following up this performance, especially with Moritz Wagner (knee) also back and looking for minutes in the frontcourt.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Magic beat Pelicans 128-118 in Moritz Wagner's return from knee injury

Paulo Banchero had 23 points, eight rebounds and eight assists, Desmond Bane added 27 points and Orlando beat the New Orleans Pelicans 128-118 on Sunday in Magic center Moritz Wagn...

3 DAYS AGO • Associated Press

Starting sans Carter Bitadze will start against the Pelicans on Sunday.

Impact The 26-year-old center will enter the starting five for the first time this season due to Wendell Carter (hip) being sidelined. Over five outings this month, Bitadze has averaged 5.0 points, 4.8 rebounds and 1.2 steals in 15.6 minutes per contest.

3 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

JANUARY 7 • Associated Press

Muted performance in win Bitadze contributed two points (1-2 FG) and two rebounds over 16 minutes during Sunday's 135-127 win over Indiana.

Impact This was a quiet outing for Bitadze, and that's been the case for a while now. Over his last four appearances, the center has seen 16.9 minutes per contest with averages of 5.8 points, 5.0 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.0 blocks.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

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

Available to play Monday Bitadze (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Raptors.

Impact Bitadze is set to return following a three-game absence due to a left knee strain. The big man will operate as Wendell Carter's backup at center, whereas Jonathan Isaac's playing time will be reduced with the return of Bitadze.

DECEMBER 29, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable to face Raptors Bitadze (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Toronto.

Impact Bitadze has already missed three games with a strained left knee, and his availability for Monday's game remains up in the air. While Bitadze has been sidelined, Jonathan Isaac has seen an uptick in playing time.

DECEMBER 28, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Out vs. Denver Bitadze (knee) is out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Bitadze will miss a third straight game while dealing with a strained left knee, meaning Jonathan Isaac will continue to see more minutes in the frontcourt. Bitadze's next chance to play will come against the Raptors on Monday.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy to face Denver Bitadze (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Bitadze has missed Orlando's last two games due to a strained left knee and could miss a third Saturday. If the big man remains sidelined, Jonathan Isaac will likely continue to see increased playing time. Over his last five appearances, Bitadze has averaged 4.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.6 blocks and 1.2 steals across 15.8 minutes per game off the bench.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Bitadze (knee) will not play Friday against the Hornets.

Impact Bitadze was unable to shake his questionable tag for this contest and will miss his second straight game. For now, he can be considered questionable for the second leg of this back-to-back set Saturday against Denver.

DECEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Could return Friday Bitadze (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Hornets.

Impact Bitadze was unable to play against the Trail Blazers on Tuesday due to a left knee strain, but the seventh-year center has a chance to return for Friday's contest. Jonathan Isaac would likely see a slight downtick in minutes off the bench if Bitadze is given the green light to play.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play vs. Portland Bitadze (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Bitadze will sit for the back end of the Magic's back-to-back set Tuesday due to a left knee strain, and his next opportunity to play is Friday against the Hornets. Orlando Robinson and Jett Howard are in line for more minutes due to Bitadze, Franz Wagner (ankle) and Tristan da Silva (shoulder) all being sidelined.

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Tuesday Bitadze is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Trail Blazers with a strained left knee.

Impact Fantasy managers can expect the Magic to determine Bitadze's status closer to Tuesday's tipoff. Should the big man be unable to suit up, Orlando Robinson would have the backup center job all to himself.

DECEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks two shots in loss Bitadze ended with seven points (3-4 FG, 1-1 FT), six rebounds, one assist and two blocks across 17 minutes during Tuesday's 117-108 win over the Heat.

Impact Bitadze extends his blocks streak to eight, averaging 6.6 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.6 steals and 1.5 blocks across 17.4 minutes in that span. He has done a fine job backing up Wendell Carter and continues to be a great source of blocks and rebounds for fantasy managers.

DECEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

All-around effort in loss Bitadze accumulated eight points (4-4 FG), five rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal across 19 minutes during Wednesday's 114-112 loss to the Spurs.

Impact Bitadze has really been a big part of Orlando's defense, posting a steal and a block in each of his last five games and in seven of his last eight. Bitadze averages 6.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, 1.5 assists, 0.7 steals and 1.3 blocks across 16.9 minutes this season, making him an elite blocks specialist with potential to contribute in the points and rebounds categories as well.

DECEMBER 4, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Magic center exits with injury vs. Bulls Orlando Magic center Goga Bitadze is dealing with a hip injury suffered in the fourth quarter of the team's game against the Chicago Bulls....

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • SI.COM

Flirts with double-double Bitadze logged 10 points (5-9 FG, 0-1 3Pt), nine rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal in 20 minutes during Tuesday's 144-103 win over Philadelphia.

Impact Bitadze played through a recent ankle injury, falling one rebound short of what would have been his first double-double of the season. Firmly established as the backup behind Wendell Carter, Bitadze has provided Orlando with a serviceable rim-protector off the bench. Through 18 games, he has averaged 6.4 points, 5.3 rebounds and 1.2 blocks in 16.9 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 26, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Available Tuesday Bitadze (ankle) is available for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Bitadze was a late addition to the injury report due to left ankle soreness, though he'll shed his questionable tag and suit up after missing Sunday's loss to Boston. Over his last five appearances, the backup center has averaged 6.4 pointds, 5.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks in 16.2 minutes per contest.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to questionable Bitadze (ankle) is now questionable for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Bitadze is a late addition due to a sore left ankle, which doesn't bode well for his chances of playing. If the big man is sidelined, Orlando Robinson would likely handle the backup center role behind Wendell Carter.

NOVEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Off injury report for Tuesday Bitadze (ankle) is not listed on the injury report for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact Bitadze was a late scratch for Sunday's game against the Celtics due to left ankle soreness, but he's all set to get back in action Tuesday. The 2019 first-rounder has averaged 6.2 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.5 assists and 1.2 blocks in 16.8 minutes per tilt across 17 games this season.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Late scratch Sunday Bitadze won't play in Sunday's game against the Celtics due to left ankle soreness.

Impact Bitadze was slated to start Sunday due to Wendell Carter (ankle) being sidelined, though the former will now join Carter on the sidelines. With both big men out, Orlando Robinson will make his first start of the season.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Starting sans Carter Bitadze will start Sunday's game against Boston.

Impact With Wendell Carter (ankle) sidelined in the second leg of Orlando's back-to-back set, Bitadze will get the starting nod for the first time this season. Over his last five appearances, the big man has averaged 6.4 points, 5.4 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 1.0 steals and 1.0 blocks in 16.2 minutes per contest. However, he's likely to see a significant uptick in minutes as a member of the starting five.

NOVEMBER 23, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Scores six in win Bitadze finished Tuesday's 121-113 victory over Golden State with six points (3-3 FG), two rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 14 minutes.

Impact Bitadze continues to backup Wendell Carter at the center position, and has been productive in limited playing time, averaging 5.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.5 steals and 1.3 blocks across 16.6 minutes. While it appears that Carter's role in the starting lineup has been cemented, Bitadze does provide a lot of value in the blocks and field goal percentage categories, and would be a must-add if Carter were to miss time.

NOVEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Blocks three shots in loss Bitadze posted two points (1-2 FG), two rebounds, one assist, three blocks and one steal across 15 minutes during Sunday's 111-107 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Bitadze's role backing up Wendell Carter is seemingly solidified, and while he did not produce much offensively, he was able to record three blocks and averages 1.3 swats this season. Bitadze will continue to come off the bench, and his value seems to stem purely from his ability to block shots.

NOVEMBER 10, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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