Wendell Carter Jr. News, Rumors, Updates - Orlando Magic

Why was Nikola Jokic's fine for a homophobic phrase smaller than other similar cases? Jokic was just praising Wendell Carter Jr. until a slip of the tongue got him in trouble.

21 HOURS AGO • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Increased competition at center Carter's outlook becomes more uncertain following Orlando's acquisition of Nikola Vucevic.

Impact While Carter has served as the Magic's starting center in recent seasons, Vucevic's return could cut into his playing time and potentially shift him into a reduced role depending on how Orlando structures its frontcourt rotation. Carter is likely to remain with the first unit, but his fantasy value may take a hit if the two centers split minutes consistently.

JULY 1 • ROTOWIRE

How does Nikola Vucevic's return to the Magic impact Wendell Carter Jr. and others? | Sporting News Vucevic is heading back to his most tenured team.

JULY 1 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Commendable effort in loss Carter contributed 13 points (3-7 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-8 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one block over 38 minutes during Sunday's 116-94 loss to Detroit in Game 7 of the first round...

Impact Carter logged a season-high 38 minutes, bringing the curtain down on what was a relatively successful season, at least from a personal standpoint. After establishing himself as the starting center on opening night, Carter held onto the position for the duration of the season. He finished with averages of 11.7 points, 7.4 rebounds, 0.7 blocks and 0.9 three-pointers. Although his lack of defensive contributions remains an issue, he did manage to block 1.3 shots per game over the final 15 games of the season.

MAY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Pistons fans roast Wendell Carter Jr. with Angel Reese chant as Detroit, Jalen Duren advance to second round | Sporting News Pistons fans reminded Wendell Carter Jr. who his girlfriend is during their win over the Magic in Game 7.

MAY 4 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Cunningham and Harris help Pistons finish comeback for first playoff series win in 18 years

Cade Cunningham had 32 points and 12 assists, Tobias Harris added 30 points and the Detroit Pistons beat the Orlando Magic 116-94 in Game 7 on Sunday to win a playoff series for th...

MAY 3 • Associated Press

Modest offensive production Carter recorded nine points (3-5 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-4 FT), two assists and two blocks in 32 minutes before fouling out of Friday's 93-79 loss to Detroit in Game 6 of the first round of...

Impact Carter scored just nine points for the second straight game, as Orlando blew a 24-point lead, eventually falling by 14 points. Through six games, Carter's production has seemingly been a measuring stick for the Magic. In three wins, he has averaged 14.3 points, 11.7 rebounds and 1,3 blocks. Whereas, in three losses, his numbers have fallen to 7.0 points, 3.0 rebounds and 2.3 blocks per game.

MAY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Magic and Lakers look to advance, Cavaliers host Raptors in pivotal Game 5

The Orlando Magic and the Los Angeles Lakers were underdogs going into their first-round playoff series

APRIL 28 • Associated Press

"Can somebody tell Duren the playoffs has started" - Kendrick Perkins calls out Jalen Duren for being a non-factor against the Magic Duren is getting outplayed by Wendell Carter in the playoffs.

APRIL 26 • BASKETBALLNETWORK.NET

Big day on glass in Game 3 win Carter ended Saturday's 113-105 victory over the Pistons in Game 3 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with 14 points (5-9 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 4-5 FT), 17 rebounds, thre...

Impact The 27-year-old center delivered his first double-double in April at a very opportune time, and the 17 boards represented his best performance on the glass since the 2021-22 season. Carter has produced strong numbers in both the Magic's wins in the series so far, and he's averaging 11.3 points, 9.7 rebounds, 2.7 assists, 1.3 blocks and 1.0 steals in 32.7 minutes heading into Game 4 on Monday.

APRIL 26 • ROTOWIRE

Angel Reese reveals the dating quality her partner must have amid Wendell Carter Jr. romance | Sporting News Angel Reese and Wendell Carter Jr. confirmed their romance last year.

APRIL 25 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Magic, tested all season, find a way in final moments to beat Pistons for 2-1 series lead

The Orlando Magic tend not to do things the easy way

APRIL 25 • Associated Press

Banchero and Bane each score 25, Magic waste big lead but rally to top Pistons 113-105 for 2-1 lead

Paolo Banchero and Desmond Bane each scored 25 points, and the Orlando Magic blew a 17-point fourth-quarter lead before rallying to beat the Detroit Pistons 113-105 for a 2-1 lead...

APRIL 25 • Associated Press

Pistons beat Magic 98-83 in Game 2 to even series and end NBA's longest home playoff losing streak

Cade Cunningham had 27 points, 11 assists and six rebounds to lead the top-seeded Detroit Pistons to a 98-83 win over the eighth-seeded Orlando Magic, evening their first-round ser...

APRIL 23 • Associated Press

Angel Reese throws shade at ex Jalen Duren while celebrating boyfriend Wendell Carter Jr. | Sporting News Angel Reese and Jalen Duren were rumored to be dating around July and August 2024.

APRIL 22 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Wednesday's NBA matchups: Magic-Pistons, Thunder-Suns are set for Game 2s

The NBA playoffs become chess matches for coaches

APRIL 21 • Associated Press

Orlando visits Detroit with 1-0 series lead

The Orlando Magic visit the Detroit Pistons in the Eastern Conference first round with a 1-0 lead in the series

APRIL 21 • Associated Press

Delivers in upset victory Carter recorded 17 points (8-9 FG, 1-2 3Pt), seven rebounds, five assists, one block and two steals over 37 minutes during Sunday's 112-101 victory over the Pistons in Game 1 of th...

Impact Carter was at his best in the win, chipping in across all major categories as Orlando came out of the blocks with a bang. While his production has been a little up and down throughout the season, Carter has been a consistent part of the rotation. After having limited Jalen Duren to just eight points and seven rebounds, Carter should expect a tougher go of things when the two teams meet again in Game 2.

APRIL 20 • 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...

APRIL 20 • 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...

APRIL 18 • Associated Press

Wendell Carter Jr. reveals how he deals with NBA pressure amid Angel Reese romance | Sporting News The two confirmed their romance last year.

APRIL 16 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Only three points in loss Carter supplied three points (0-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 31 minutes during Sunday's 113-108 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Carter struggled during the loss, scoring just three points, the fewest he has scored since mid-Feb. Despite facing a Boston team minus all of its stars, Orlando failed to get the job done. As punishment, the Magic will now have to face the 76ers in Philadelphia, where the loser will then have to back up against either the Heat or the Hornets.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Upgraded to available Carter (questionable) is available for Wednesday's game against the Timberwolves, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Carter was initially carrying a questionable tag due to a nasal fracture, but in the end, the big man will suit up and handle his regular workload down low. Carter is averaging 13.3 points, 6.9 rebounds and 1.8 assists per game in 19 appearances since the beginning of March.

APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE

Wendell Carter Jr., Jett Howard headline Magic injury report vs. Timberwolves | Sporting News The Orlando Magic may be without multiple key players, including Wendell Carter Jr. and Jett Howard, in Wednesday night's game against the M...

APRIL 8 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Magic face the Timberwolves on 3-game win streak

Orlando faces Minnesota looking to extend its three-game win streak

APRIL 8 • Associated Press

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