ImpactJerome hasn't played since late October due to a right ankle sprain, and he recently transitioned to a cast after spending time in a walking boot. It's not yet clear when he'll be able to resume working out.
DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Ty Jerome - Ruled out for FridayJerome (ankle) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Heat.
Caris LeVert - Still out FridayLeVert (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Heat.
ImpactLeVert recently aggravated a knee injury that he originally sustained in mid-November, and he'll be unavailable for a third consecutive game. He'll have a few days to rest before Monday's game in Orlando, but his status for that matchup isn't yet clear. Isaac Okoro, Craig Porter and Georges Niang are candidates to see increased roles off the bench Friday.
DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Evan Mobley - Questionable for FridayMobley is questionable for Friday's game against Miami due to left knee soreness.
ImpactMobley hasn't yet missed a game this season, but he's dealing with a knee issue before Friday's matchup. Although he's been held without double-doubles in his last three appearances, he's still been a key contributor, averaging 14.2 points and 11.4 rebounds in 35.8 minutes per game over the last five matchups. Georges Niang, Dean Wade and Isaac Okoro would be candidates to pick up the slack if Mobley is unavailable Friday.
DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Moritz Wagner - Another efficient scoring outputWagner scored 11 points (5-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-4 FT) and added four rebounds and two steals in 21 minutes during Wednesday's 121-111 loss to the Cavaliers.
ImpactWednesday night was Wagner's 10th straight game scoring at least 10 points, averaging 14.4 points, 4.0 rebounds, 1.3 assists, 0.5 steals and 0.4 blocks over 20.0 minutes in that span. He has had only three games this season in which he hasn't scored in double figures. His presence as a reliable scorer off the bench has been integral to the Magic's success, and his role as that spark plug is likely to remain constant throughout the season.
DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Dean Wade - Scores, rebounds well in bench roleWade (ankle) finished with eight points (3-6 FG, 2-5 3Pt) and five rebounds across 14 minutes in Wednesday's 121-111 win over the Magic.
ImpactWade had made four consecutive starts before missing the Cavaliers' previous six games due to a right ankle sprain, but he came off the bench Wednesday with all five members of Cleveland's ideal starting five (Darius Garland, Donovan Mitchell, Max Strus, Evan Mobley and Jarrett Allen) all healthy. Though he shot efficiently from the field and rebounded well during his time on the floor, Wade isn't likely to see his role grow substantially unless a starter misses time again.
DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Jonathan Isaac - Iffy for FridayIsaac (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Pistons.
ImpactIsaac also received a questionable tag Wednesday before being ruled out with a right ankle sprain. If Isaac is ruled out again, Caleb Houstan and Joe Ingles are candidates to receive increased minutes.
DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE
Jalen Suggs - Iffy against DetroitSuggs (ankle) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Pistons.
ImpactSuggs could miss Friday's contest due to a right ankle sprain he suffered in Wednesday's contest against Cleveland. If Suggs is ultimately ruled out, Anthony Black, Gary Harris and Cole Anthony should continue to receive increased playing time.
DECEMBER 7, 2023•ROTOWIRE
