Mon Apr 14 | 20:25 | Franz Wagner Expected To Return Tuesday |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (knee) is set to rejoin the lineup on Tuesday against the Atlanta Hawks. The German star has been dealing with a knee issue lately and missed Orlando's final two regular-season games. However, the team has not listed Wagner on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's matchup. Wagner has scored 20-plus points in each of his last 12 appearances, and the Hawks are well aware of the threat he poses for teams. In three regular-season meetings with Atlanta this season, Wagner averaged 28.0 points, 6.7 rebounds, 4.7 assists, and 1.3 steals. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 11 | 17:58 | Franz Wagner Won't Play Against Indiana |
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Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Jan 23 | 17:38 | Franz Wagner Will Start And Be Limited To 24 Minutes |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (oblique) is available to return on Thursday when his Magic host the Trail Blazers. He'll be limited to 24 minutes in his return, according to coach Jamahl Mosley. He will start alongside Paolo Banchero for the first time since October 30, but both will continue to play limited minutes while they work their way back to full strength. Before missing the last 20 games for the Magic, Wagner averaged 24.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 2.0 three-pointers, and 1.7 steals in 33.2 minutes per game. His return will be a huge boost for the Magic, as they start to get back to full strength. |
Source: Jason Beede | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Jan 22 | 19:02 | Franz Wagner Upgraded To Questionable |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (oblique) has been upgraded to questionable ahead of Thursday's matchup against Portland. This indicates that Wagner is getting close to returning to action. He has been out since Dec. 6 with a right oblique tear. Before suffering the injury, Wagner was on fire at the start of the year. He has averaged 24.4 points, 5.6 rebounds, and 5.7 assists for the campaign. Fantasy managers likely won't get the same production out of Wagner in his first games back, but it shouldn't take him long to shake off any rust. Wagner's return is bad news for Tristan Da Silva, who will be bumped to the bench. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Jan 17 | 16:20 | Franz Wagner Remains Sidelined Friday |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (oblique) is not ready to return just yet as he's listed as out while he continues to ramp up his conditioning. While he's sidelined against the Boston Celtics on Friday, Tristan Da Silva will likely remain in the starting five. Anthony Black, however, has been the better streaming option as he posted 10 points, four assists, and two steals in their last game while clocking 30 minutes off of the bench. Over the last three games, he's averaged 14.0 points, 4.0 assists, 2.7 rebounds, and 1.3 steals per game. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Sat Dec 7 2024 | 18:10 | Franz Wagner Ruled Out Indefinitely With Torn Oblique |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (oblique) has been ruled out indefinitely. He suffered a torn right oblique in Friday's 102-94 loss to Philadelphia. Wagner recorded his third consecutive 30-point outing on Friday and has carried the Magic offense during Paolo Banchero's (oblique) absence. Orlando also lost Banchero to a torn oblique at the end of October. The team plans to re-evaluate Wagner in four weeks. With the Magic's two best scorers now out of the lineup, the rest of the group will have to step it up big time. Kentavious Caldwell-Pope and Tristan Da Silva have had limited offensive roles so far but may be asked to contribute more going forward. |
Source: Orlando Magic | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Nov 1 2024 | 17:45 | Franz Wagner Cleared For Friday Night |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (illness) will play on Friday versus the undefeated Cavaliers. The 23-year-old has been under the weather, forcing his premature exit in the Magic's previous two contests. Hopefully, he'll see his usual workload against Cleveland. If that's the case, Wagner could finish the game as Orlando's highest scorer, considering Paolo Banchero (oblique) is on the shelf. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Nov 1 2024 | 11:25 | Franz Wagner Questionable, Expected To Play Friday |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (illness) is officially listed as questionable heading into their Friday night matchup against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The good news is that head coach Jamahl Mosley expects Wagner to play and said that he's "feeling better." The 23-year-old has been dealing with the illness all week and has been able to suit up but his performances have suffered. The Magic will need him more than ever with Paolo Banchero (oblique) out indefinitely. |
Source: Mason Williams | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Oct 31 2024 | 09:19 | Franz Wagner Limited By Illness Again |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner left a second consecutive game early due to an illness on Wednesday. He logged 23 minutes in a 102-99 loss to Chicago, scoring seven points while registering three rebounds, four assists, one steal, and one block. The German star was limited to 11 minutes on Monday versus Indiana. Fantasy managers are currently in a tough spot regarding Wagner, but hopefully, he can fully shake off the illness before the next game. Orlando returns to the court on Friday against Cleveland. |
Source: Jason Beede | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Oct 28 2024 | 21:00 | Franz Wagner Won't Return On Monday Night |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (illness) won't return to Monday's game against Indiana. He is under the weather, resulting in a questionable tag early on Monday. While the 23-year-old was active to begin the contest, he'll finish this one with seven points and a steal in 11 minutes of work. For now, fantasy managers should consider Wagner as questionable for Wednesday's matchup with the Chicago Bulls. If he can't get on the floor for that one, Gary Harris would presumably take his spot in the rotation. There would also be room for Moritz Wagner to receive more minutes. |
Source: Orlando Magic | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Oct 28 2024 | 18:14 | Franz Wagner Good To Go Versus The Pacers |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (illness) will play on Monday against the Pacers. He wasn't feeling well, resulting in a questionable tag earlier on Monday. However, it won't be enough to keep the 25-year-old off the floor. Wagner has played extremely well so far this season, averaging 25.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists, and 45.5% shooting from deep. Fantasy managers must keep him in the starting lineup, even if there is a chance he sees fewer minutes due to his illness. |
Source: Brett James | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Oct 28 2024 | 12:02 | Franz Wagner Dealing With An Illness Monday |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (illness) popped up on Monday's injury report later in the morning due to an illness. Right now, he's listed as questionable, but with the later addition to the injury report, his status is worth monitoring up until tip-off. If Wagner can't suit up, with Jonathan Isaac (hip) also listed as questionable, Moritz Wagner could step in to create a big lineup. Gary Harris, Cole Anthony, and Jett Howard all could see more minutes as well. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Sun May 5 2024 | 17:19 | Franz Wagner Has A Rough Game 7 |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner struggled in Sunday's loss to the Cleveland Cavaliers. The 22-year-old had 26 points in the Game 6 win on Friday night. However, he fizzled on Sunday, ending the afternoon with just six points off 1-for-15 shooting from the field. He had struggled on the road during this series, but his performance in Game 7 couldn't have gone much worse. With Orlando done, the team can make moves this offseason. But the roster should continue to be built around Wagner and Paolo Banchero, with both players expected to improve even more in 2024-25. |
Source: ESPN | RotoBaller.com |
Fri Apr 12 2024 | 17:47 | Franz Wagner Back On Friday Night |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) will suit up for Friday's game in Philly. He's missed the last two games because of a sprained right ankle and was riding a questionable tag heading into this one. But Orlando is looking to clinch the Southeast division, which is incentive enough for Wagner to return. Nonetheless, with F. Wagner back in the mix, Moritz Wagner and Jonathan Isaac will likely see fewer than 20 minutes each, lowering their ceilings for DFS purposes. |
Source: Orlando Magic | RotoBaller.com |
Thu Apr 11 2024 | 12:45 | Franz Wagner Remains Questionable |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) remains listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Wagner has missed two consecutive games due to a right ankle sprain, and his status remains uncertain for Friday's crucial matchup in helping decide Eastern Conference playoff seeding. Head coach Jamahl Mosley has turned to Markelle Fultz in his starting backcourt in the last two contests Wagner has missed. Over his past four games that Wagner has been sidelined dating back to January, Fultz is averaging a modest 10.3 points on 51.3% shooting from the floor, 2.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.2 steals in 27.5 minutes and isn't the most attractive option from a DFS perspective. |
Source: Jason Beede - Orlando Sentinel | RotoBaller.com |
Wed Apr 10 2024 | 18:53 | Franz Wagner Remains Out On Wednesday |
Orlando Magic guard/forward Franz Wagner has been ruled out for a second consecutive game on Wednesday versus Milwaukee. He was initially listed as questionable for the contest. Jonathan Isaac and Joe Ingles have a chance to see more action with Wagner out of the lineup. Isaac is the stronger fantasy option, and he's coming off an impressive 22-minute outing against Houston. The 26-year-old registered 10 points, eight rebounds, a pair of steals, and a block on Tuesday. However, due to his injury history, there's a chance Isaac will see limited action in Wednesday's matchup. |
Source: NBA Injury Report | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Apr 9 2024 | 17:59 | Franz Wagner Ruled Out On Tuesday |
Orlando Magic guard/forward Franz Wagner (ankle) has been downgraded to out for Tuesday's matchup against Houston. After Wagner hurt his right ankle on Sunday versus Chicago, there was hope of him being available for the contest when he took part in the morning shootaround, but the team has now officially ruled him out. Joe Ingles will likely play a larger part in the rotation without Wagner, although he's been unproductive throughout the season, and fantasy managers should look elsewhere. |
Source: Orlando Magic | RotoBaller.com |
Tue Apr 9 2024 | 15:32 | Franz Wagner Spotted At Shootaround |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) was on the court during shootaround putting up shots ahead of Tuesday's tilt against the Houston Rockets. It renders Wagner closer to probable than questionable with a sprained right ankle for Tuesday's action, but his status could still come down to a game-time decision based on pregame warmups. The 46-32 Magic could choose to exercise caution with the 22-year-old former first-round pick with an eye toward the postseason, considering Wagner also sustained a right ankle sprain back in January. More would be asked of Joe Ingles if Wagner is out against the Rockets, but the veteran marksman has only put up 8.0 points, 4.0 assists. 1.5 rebounds, 1.0 steals, and 2.0 three-pointers per contest in four games without Wagner this year. Houston is also allowing the fourth-fewest DraftKings points to opposing small forwards. |
Source: NBA.com | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Apr 8 2024 | 14:27 | Franz Wagner Questionable With Ankle Sprain |
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Houston Rockets. After Wagner exited during the third quarter of Sunday's win over the visiting Chicago Bulls, an MRI confirmed a sprained right ankle following the contest. It's worth noting that Wagner missed eight games back in January due to the same injury, so the 46-32 Magic could opt to exercise caution with the 22-year-old former first-round pick with the playoffs on the horizon. Joe Ingles would be in line for an expanded role and uptick in fantasy value if Wagner can't play for Orlando on Tuesday, but the veteran sharpshooter averaged only 8.0 points, 4.0 assists. 1.5 rebounds, 1.0 steals, and 2.0 three-pointers in four games without Wagner earlier in 2023-24. Houston is giving up the fourth-fewest DraftKings points to opposing small forwards as well. |
Source: Jason Beede - Orlando Sentinel | RotoBaller.com |
Mon Apr 8 2024 | 09:33 | Franz Wagner Suffers Ankle Sprain In Sunday's Win |
Orlando Magic guard/forward Franz Wagner sprained his left ankle on Sunday versus Chicago and had to make an early exit. He was limited to 20 minutes, scoring 16 points on 5-for-10 shooting and notching four rebounds with three assists and one steal. X-rays on Wagner's ankle were negative, but he might still have to spend some time on the sidelines. Orlando gets back to work on Tuesday against Houston, with Joe Ingles possibly getting a bigger role in Wagner's absence. The Australian veteran has struggled to put up fantasy value in 2023-24. Cole Anthony and Anthony Black could also get extra action, with the former the more attractive fantasy option. |
Source: Orlando Magic | RotoBaller.com |