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

Will play Monday Carter (ankle) will play in Monday's game against the Bucks, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Carter is dealing with left ankle soreness, but he's overcoming a questionable designation Monday. There's no word of any minutes restriction for the veteran center. Carter has been quiet as of late, averaging 6.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, 1.5 steals and 1.0 assists in 23.3 minutes per game across his last four contests.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Downgraded to questionable Carter is questionable for Monday's game against the Bucks with left ankle soreness.

Impact Carter is likely to test out his knee before the Magic determine his playing status Monday. Moritz Wagner would likely step into the starting lineup if Carter can't play, with Goga Bitadze figuring to move into the backup center role in this case.

FEBRUARY 9 • ROTOWIRE

Wembanyama fuels early surge in late start as Spurs overcome travel woes to beat Magic

Victor Wembanyama had 25 points, eight rebounds and five blocks and San Antonio beat the Orlando Magic 112-103 on Sunday night in a game that started five hours late because of the...

FEBRUARY 2 • Associated Press

Bane leads Magic's rally in fourth quarter to beat Raptors 130-120

Desmond Bane scored 16 of his 32 points in the fourth quarter to help the Orlando Magic overcome a 13-point deficit and beat the Toronto Raptors 130-120

JANUARY 31 • Associated Press

Chips in 23 points in win Carter finished Friday's 130-120 win over Toronto with 23 points (9-14 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-3 FT) seven rebounds, three assists and one steal over 35 minutes.

Impact Carter scored 15 of his 23 points across the second and third quarters of Friday's game and finished as the Magic's third-leading scorer behind Desmond Bane (32 points) and Anthony Black (25 points). It was Carter's third 20-plus-point performance of the season and his highest scoring output since Dec. 18 against the Nuggets (26 points). He has averaged 12.5 points, 6.9 rebounds, 2.6 assists, 1.3 threes and 0.8 blocks over 29.8 minutes per game since Jan. 2.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Muted effort in loss Carter accumulated nine points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt), seven rebounds, one assist and one block across 33 minutes during Monday's 114-98 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Carter continues to be a hit-or-miss fantasy asset for Orlando. Overall this season, Carter has appeared in 43 games and has produced ninth-round value in nine-category formats with 12.2 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.2 assists, 0.8 blocks and 1.2 three-pointers in 30.1 minutes.

JANUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Productive in London game Carter racked up 18 points (6-11 FG, 4-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), seven rebounds, four assists, two blocks and two steals in 33 minutes during Sunday's 126-109 loss to the Grizzlies in London...

Impact For the first time this season, Carter produced multiple blocks and steals in the same game, and the four made three-pointers also tied his season high. The 26-year-old center has scored at least 13 points in five of his seven games in January, averaging 13.3 points, 8.0 boards, 2.9 assists, 1.3 threes and 1.0 blocks on the month so far.

JANUARY 19 • ROTOWIRE

Ja Morant scores 24 points in return to lineup as Grizzlies beat Magic 126-109 in London

Ja Morant had 24 points and 13 assists in his return to the lineup to lead the Memphis Grizzlies to a 126-109 victory over the Orlando Magic in the first NBA regular-season game in...

JANUARY 18 • Associated Press

Angel Reese stuns in dramatic fur look for Berlin game to support Wendell Carter Jr. | Sporting News Angel Reese and Wendell Carter Jr. have been dating for a few months.

JANUARY 15 • SPORTINGNEWS.COM

Good to go Thursday Carter (hip) isn't listed on the Magic's injury report for Thursday's game against the Grizzlies.

Impact Carter will return to action Thursday after missing Sunday's win over the Pelicans due to a minor hip issue. Over his last 15 appearances, Carter has averaged 13.7 points, 8.0 rebounds, 2.3 assists and 1.5 stocks while shooting 51.3 percent from the field in 31.4 minutes per game.

JANUARY 14 • ROTOWIRE

Memphis faces Orlando, looks to break road skid

Memphis will attempt to break its three-game road losing streak when the Grizzlies take on Orlando

JANUARY 14 • Associated Press

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...

JANUARY 11 • Associated Press

Ruled out for Sunday Carter (hip) will not suit up for Sunday's game versus the Pelicans, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact With Carter unavailable for Sunday's game, Goga Bitadze will have an opportunity to start and Moritz Wagner will help fill some of the reserve center minutes in his regular-season debut. After Sunday, the Magic don't play again until Thursday, giving Carter a full four days to rest his right hip.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for Sunday Carter is questionable to play Sunday versus the Pelicans due to a right hip strain.

Impact Carter is a late addition to the injury report, so he'll likely be a game-time call, as the Magic will want him to go through his pregame routine before an official decision is made on his status for Sunday's game. If he can't give it a go, Goga Bitadze and Moritz Wagner would help fill the void at center.

JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE

Magic starter gets hurt, heads to locker room vs. Sixers Orlando Magic big man Wendell Carter Jr. is going to the locker room in the third quarter against the Philadelphia 76ers. Carter was tending...

JANUARY 10 • SI.COM

Scores 20 points with one block Carter totaled 20 points (8-14 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, three assists, one block and one steal over 39 minutes during Wednesday's 104-103 overtime win over Brooklyn.

Impact This was a nice bounce-back performance from Carter, who was held to a season-low two points on 1-for-6 shooting his last time out. He also came through with a block after failing to swat any shots in his previous four outings. Carter will look to keep it going Friday versus the 76ers.

JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE

Banchero banks in 3-pointer at OT buzzer to lift Magic past Nets, 104-103

Paolo Banchero banked in a 3-pointer from the top of the key at the overtime buzzer to give the Orlando Magic a 104-103 victory over the Brooklyn Nets on Wednesday night

JANUARY 8 • Associated Press

Season low scoring output in loss Carter provided two points (1-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt), seven rebounds and three assists in 20 minutes during Tuesday's 120-112 loss to the Wizards.

Impact Carter and the rest of Orlando's starters did not play in the fourth quarter, as head coach Jahmal Mosley stuck with the bench unit, which nearly erased a 26-point deficit with a valiant comeback attempt. The 26-year-old big man chipped in a season low two points, and his 20 minutes marked his lowest in a game since Oct. 29. Carter will have an opportunity for a quick bounce-back performance on Wednesday against the Nets.

JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE

Second straight double-double Carter ended with 18 points (6-10 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 5-8 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and two steals across 32 minutes during Sunday's 135-127 victory over the Pacers.

Impact The 26-year-old center has double-doubles in back-to-back games, giving him six on the season. Over the last 12 contests, Carter's production has taken a slight step forward, and he's averaging 14.3 points, 8.3 boards, 2.2 assists, 1.4 threes and 0.9 steals during that span.

JANUARY 5 • ROTOWIRE

Logs double-double in loss Carter logged 13 points (4-12 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 3-5 FT), 10 rebounds and one assist over 32 minutes during Friday's 121-114 loss to the Bulls.

Impact Carter struggled to find his rhythm on the offensive end but still managed to score in double digits. He tallied his first double-double since Dec. 9 and recorded double-digit rebounds for a second straight matchup. The Duke product is averaging 12.4 points, 8.4 rebounds and 2.0 assists over his last five games.

JANUARY 3 • ROTOWIRE

Buzelis scores 21 points, Huerter adds 20 as Bulls beat Magic 121-114 for 2nd straight win

Matas Buzelis scored 17 of his 21 points in the second half, Kevin Huerter added 20 points, and the Chicago Bulls rallied to beat the Orlando Magic 121-114 on Friday night

JANUARY 3 • Associated Press

Pulls in team-high 11 rebounds Carter recorded six points (1-4 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 4-6 FT), 11 rebounds and two assists in 29 minutes during Wednesday's 112-110 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Although he didn't provide very much from a scoring standpoint, Carter pulled down a team-high 11 boards Wednesday. The 26-year-old has been a steady fantasy option at center, having closed out the month of December with averages 12.6 points, 7.5 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 0.8 steals in 31.3 minutes per contest through 14 games.

JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando heads to Chicago for conference matchup

Chicago faces Orlando in a matchup of Eastern Conference teams

JANUARY 1 • Associated Press

Balanced performance again Friday Carter amassed 16 points (5-10 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, one assist, one block and one steal over 28 minutes during Friday's 120-105 loss to Charlotte.

Impact Carter continues to put up serviceable numbers on both ends of the floor, having now scored double digits in six of the past seven games. In 30 appearances thus far, Carter is averaging 12.4 points, 7.5 rebounds, 1.3 three-pointers and 1.5 combined steals and blocks, good enough for top 100 value in standard leagues. His upside is basically non-existent, but his floor warrants a roster spot in most leagues.

DECEMBER 27, 2025 • ROTOWIRE

Bane's work on both ends helps Magic hold off Trail Blazers, 110-106

Desmond Bane scored 23 points, Anthony Black added 22 and the Orlando Magic turned away Portland’s comeback attempt for a 110-106 victory over the Trail Blazers

DECEMBER 24, 2025 • Associated Press

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