Moritz Wagner News, Rumors, Updates - Orlando Magic

Light minutes in season debut Wagner (knee) registered eight points (3-7 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists across 10 minutes in Sunday's 128-118 win over the Pelicans.

Impact Wagner made his season debut Sunday, after he had been sidelined for the Magic's first 39 games of the campaign while completing his recovery from Jan. 8, 2025 surgery to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. Before he sustained the knee injury last season, Wagner had been regularly serving as the top backup to Wendell Carter, who missed Sunday's game due to a right hip strain. As a result, Goga Bitadze moved into the starting five Sunday, but it's unclear if the Magic will have room in the rotation for both Bitadze and Wagner once Carter is back to full health. Even if Wagner continues to maintain a regular role on the second unit, the Magic are likely to ramp him up slowly coming off the major knee injury.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

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1 DAY AGO • Associated Press

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Making season debut Sunday Wagner (knee) will make his 2025-26 regular-season debut against the Pelicans on Sunday, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.

Impact Wagner was enjoying a career-best start to the 2024-25 regular season before tearing the ACL in his left knee in December of 2024. He has progressed enough in recovery to make his season debut Sunday, though he'll likely operate under a minutes restriction as he works his way into NBA-level shape. Goga Bitadze could revert to the Magic's No. 3 center once Wagner ramps up his minutes.

3 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Friday Wagner (knee) is out for Friday's game against the 76ers.

Impact The Magic had hoped Wagner would be able to make his season debut at some point this week, and his next chance to do so now arrives Sunday against the Pelicans. With the big man still recovering from ACL surgery, Goga Bitadze's minutes should remain solidified in the Orlando frontcourt.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Won't suit up Wednesday Wagner (knee) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Nets.

Impact Wagner underwent surgery to repair a torn ACL in his left knee last January and has yet to make his 2025-26 debut. However, it was reported Friday that the big man is expected to return "within the next week," according to Philip Rossman-Reich of OrlandoMagicDaily.com. His next chance to play will come Friday against the 76ers.

6 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Listed out for Tuesday Wagner (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the Wizards, per Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel.

Impact The Magic are hoping that Wagner will be able to make his season debut at some point this week. Until then, Goga Bitadze is locked into the backup center role behind Wendell Carter.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Nearing return to action Wagner (knee) is expected to return "within the next week," Philip Rossman-Reich of OrlandoMagicDaily.com reports.

Impact Wagner has yet to make his season debut after undergoing surgery to repair a torn ACL in his left knee last January, though he's inching closer to a return. The 28-year-old big man will likely be eased back into action whenever he's cleared to come back, and his next opportunity to play will come Tuesday against the Wizards. In 30 regular-season appearances (one start) in the 2024-25 campaign, Wagner averaged 12.9 points, 4.9 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 18.8 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 30, 2025 • Associated Press

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DECEMBER 29, 2025 • Associated Press

Remains out indefinitely Wagner (knee) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.

Impact Wagner has yet to make his season debut after undergoing surgery in January to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. He should be considered week-to-week until the Magic offer another update on his timeline for a return.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 27, 2025 • Associated Press

Won't play Boxing Day Wagner (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Charlotte.

Impact Wagner continues to progress in his recovery from a procedure in December of 2024 to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. He has been ramping up his practice activity in the G League with the Osceola Magic, but he's not quite ready to make his 2025-26 regular-season debut.

DECEMBER 25, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 21, 2025 • Associated Press

Back to NBA Orlando recalled Wagner (knee) from the G League's Osceola Magic on Thursday.

Impact Wagner hasn't played since December 2024 due to an ACL injury, but he's now aiming to return at some point of the current season. While not guaranteed to get minutes in the near future, Wagner has rejoined the NBA squad as he continues to recover physical form.

DECEMBER 19, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Assigned to G League Orlando assigned Wagner to the G League's Osceola Magic on Wednesday.

Impact This is likely just a rehab assignment for Wagner, as he's yet to return to the floor this season after undergoing surgery in January for a torn ACL.

DECEMBER 18, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

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DECEMBER 14, 2025 • Associated Press

To miss at least four more games Head coach Jamahl Mosley said Saturday that Wagner (knee) won't be available during Orlando's upcoming four-game road trip, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Wagner has yet to make his season debut after undergoing surgery in January to repair a torn ACL in his left knee. The big man's next opportunity to play will come against the Hornets on Friday, Dec. 26.

DECEMBER 14, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out indefinitely Wagner (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Knicks.

Impact Wagner underwent surgery to repair a torn ACL in his left knee in January and has yet to make his season debut. He can be considered week-to-week until the Magic provide an update on his timeline for a return.

DECEMBER 7, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Won't play Wednesday Wagner (knee) is out for Wednesday's game against the Spurs.

Impact Wagner continues to rehab from his ACL injury, and he remains without a timetable to return. Fantasy managers can consider him week-to-week.

DECEMBER 2, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Still out of action Wagner (knee) is out for Tuesday's game against the 76ers.

Impact The Magic continue to rule out Wagner well ahead of each game as he recovers from knee surgery. Until Orlando upgrades his status, the veteran big man can be considered out indefinitely. Goga Bitadze should remain locked in as the backup center.

NOVEMBER 24, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out indefinitely Wagner (knee) won't play Tuesday against the Nets and remains without a timetable for a return.

Impact Wagner continues to recover from his ACL injury, but the Magic haven't given any indication that he's close to a return.

NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Golden State faces Orlando, looks for 4th straight road win

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NOVEMBER 17, 2025 • Associated Press

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