COLE ANTHONY NEWS

Good to go Thursday Anthony (knee) is available in Thursday's game against the Warriors, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Despite sustaining a hyperextended left knee in Tuesday's loss to the Cavaliers, Anthony is good to go for the Magic on Thursday. The veteran guard should be able to handle his normal role as a starter, considering Jalen Suggs remains on the shelf with a quadriceps injury. Over his last nine games, Anthony has averaged 10.8 points, 3.4 rebounds, 3.1 assists, 1.1 steals and 1.4 three-pointers in 23.7 minutes while shooting 44.8 percent from deep.

FEBRUARY 27 • ROTOWIRE

Not expected to miss time Anthony (knee) isn't expected to miss time due to a hyperextended left knee suffered in Wednesday's loss to the Cavaliers, head coach Jamahl Mosley said, Mason Williams of SI.com r...

Impact Anthony's hyperextended left knee doesn't appear severe enough to result in missed time for Orlando, which is good news for a team that has dealt with several injuries this season. He could be ready to return to the floor as soon as Friday against the Warriors. The 24-year-old guard played in 21 minutes during the loss to Cleveland, finishing with six points, five rebounds and four assists.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Won't return Tuesday Anthony sustained a hyperextended left knee during the third quarter of Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers and will not return.

Impact Anthony will finish the game with six points (2-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt), five rebounds and four assists across 21 minutes. With the 24-year-old sidelined, Anthony Black will likely pick up the slack the rest of the way. Anthony's next chance to play will come Thursday against Golden State.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Exits to locker room Tuesday Anthony exited to the locker room after sustaining an apparent left knee injury during the third quarter of Tuesday's game against Cleveland, Mason Williams of SI.com reports.

Impact Anthony came up limping and required assistance walking back to the locker room with 7:37 remaining in the third quarter. The 24-year-old point guard will likely undergo further testing before a decision is made on his availability, and if he's unable to return, Anthony Black will likely pick up the slack the rest of the way.

FEBRUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

What Jamahl Mosley, Cole Anthony and Franz Wagner Said After Magic's Loss to Grizzlies ORLANDO, Fla. – Jamahl Mosley, Cole Anthony and Franz Wagner spoke to reporters after the Orlando Magic's 105-104 loss to the Memphis Grizzl...

FEBRUARY 22 • SI.COM

All-around effort vs. Memphis Anthony finished Friday's 105-104 loss to the Grizzlies with 17 points (6-12 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-4 FT), nine rebounds, seven assists, two steals and one block over 34 minutes.

Impact With Paolo Banchero in foul trouble, Anthony took on a larger scoring role in the first half of Friday's game, scoring 12 of his 17 points over the first 24 minutes. Anthony shifted to a more complimentary role in the second half with five assists, and his seven dimes were a game high. He's started in the Magic's last seven games due to the absence of Jalen Suggs (quadriceps), and Anthony has averaged 12.3 points on 47.8 percent shooting, 3.6 rebounds, 3.3 assists and 1.4 steals over 24.5 minutes per game.

FEBRUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Efficient in victory Anthony ended Thursday's 114-108 win over the Hawks with 17 points (7-13 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one block and three steals across 32 minutes.

Impact Despite starting off the 2024-25 campaign struggling with his outside shot, Anthony has converted 38.1 percent of his 4.2 three-point attempts per contest over his last 10 outings. Anthony is averaging 13.4 points, 3.2 assists, 3.1 rebounds and 1.3 steals in 23.5 minutes across that span.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

What Jamahl Mosley, Cole Anthony and Paolo Banchero Said After Magic's Win Over Atlanta ATLANTA – The Orlando Magic defeated the Atlanta Hawks 114-108 on Thursday night, winning the first game out of the All-Star break.

FEBRUARY 21 • SI.COM

Checks back in Anthony (illness) returned during the second quarter of Thursday's game against the Hawks, Mason Williams of SI.com reports.

Impact Anthony left for the locker room with 3:51 remaining in the first period, but he was cleared to check back in at the 6:41 mark of the second quarter. The team will likely keep a close eye on his workload the rest of the way.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Leaves for locker room Thursday Anthony went back to the locker room in the first quarter of Thursday's game against the Hawks due to an illness, Mason Williams of SI.com reports.

Impact Anthony signaled to be checked out of the game with 3:51 remaining in the first quarter. The severity of the illness is unknown, but if the 24-year-old is unable to return, Anthony Black and Gary Harris could see an uptick in playing time.

FEBRUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Serviceable performance in win Anthony produced 13 points (5-11 FG, 3-6 3Pt), six rebounds and one assist over 22 minutes during Wednesday's 102-86 victory over the Hornets.

Impact Anthony produced another serviceable performance, continuing to start for the injured Jalen Suggs (quad). Despite the role, Anthony has been inconsistent on both ends of the floor. Over the past four games, he is averaging just 9.5 points and 1.3 steals in 20.7 minutes per game and yet has started in all four contests.

FEBRUARY 13 • ROTOWIRE

Part of first unit Anthony will start Wednesday's game against the Kings.

Impact Anthony will supplant Anthony Black in the first unit Wednesday, and his move into the starting lineup comes after back-to-back 20 points games. In eight starts this season, Anthony is averaging 17.0 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.1 steals across 31.5 minutes.

FEBRUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE

Scores team-high 26 points Anthony ended with 26 points (11-21 FG, 3-9 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals in 28 minutes during Monday's 104-99 loss to the Warriors.

Impact Although Anthony Black started at point guard Tuesday evening, he faded into the woodwork early, ceding most of the load to Anthony. It marked Anthony's second straight game off the bench with 20-plus points, continuing a trend where they ride the hot hand out of the gate. The negative correlation between the two guards dilutes the fantasy value of both players, with neither player gaining an upper hand in the scoring column.

FEBRUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 23 points off bench Saturday Anthony ended Saturday's 113-99 loss to the Jazz with 23 points (7-11 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 7-7 FT), seven rebounds, four assists, one block and one steal over 27 minutes.

Impact Anthony and Franz Wagner (37 points) were the only Magic players to score in double digits Saturday as Orlando shot 33.0 percent from the field and went 9-for-41 from three-point range. Anthony has scored in double digits off the bench in two straight games and appears to be getting more acclimated to his reserve role. He'll look to stay on track against the Warriors on Monday.

FEBRUARY 2 • ROTOWIRE

Scores 16 points off bench Anthony supplied 16 points (6-15 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 1-1 FT), one rebound, two assists, one block and one steal across 24 minutes during Thursday's 119-90 loss to Portland.

Impact Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero carried the way for the Magic in this loss, but Anthony managed to deliver a solid stat line despite coming off the bench. The lack of consistency on a game-to-game basis remains an issue for the fifth-year veteran, and the return to the bench suggests he won't carry a lot of fantasy upside in most formats going forward.

JANUARY 31 • ROTOWIRE

Limited role in return Anthony provided seven points (3-3 FG, 1-1 3Pt) and three rebounds over 19 minutes during Saturday's 121-113 victory over the Pistons.

Impact Anthony returned from a two-game absence as a result of an illness, coming off the bench following the return of Jalen Suggs. While this was by no means an electrifying performance, it should be noted that Suggs was forced from the game during the fourth quarter as a result of a knee injury. Should Suggs be forced to the sideline once again, Anthony would seemingly slip straight back into the starting lineup.

JANUARY 26 • ROTOWIRE

Good to go Saturday vs. Detroit Anthony (illness) is available for Saturday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Anthony will return Saturday from a two-game absence due to an illness. He was in the Magic's starting lineup for the eight games prior to his absence, and over that span he averaged 17.0 points, 5.1 rebounds, 3.6 assists and 1.1 steals over 31.5 minutes per contest.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Goes through shootaround Anthony (illness) didn't participate in shootaround ahead of Saturday's game versus the Pistons, Dan Savage of the Magic's official site reports.

Impact Anthony is officially listed as questionable Saturday after missing Orlando's previous two contests due to an illness. However, Anthony's participation in shootaround is a good sign of his availability against Detroit.

JANUARY 25 • ROTOWIRE

Game-time call for Saturday Anthony (illness) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Pistons.

Impact Anthony is in jeopardy of missing his third consecutive contest due to an illness. With Jalen Suggs (back) also listed as questionable, Anthony Black and Trevelin Queen are candidates for a bump in playing time if either sits.

JANUARY 24 • ROTOWIRE

Won't go Thursday Anthony (illness) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against Portland.

Impact Anthony will miss his second consecutive contest due to an illness, and his next chance to suit up will come Saturday against Detroit. The 24-year-old has been a mainstay in the starting five with Jalen Suggs (back) on the shelf, meaning Anthony Black should continue to receive an increased role.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Absent from shootaround Anthony (illness) didn't participate in shootaround ahead of Thursday's game versus the Trail Blazers, Jake Chapman of the Magic Radio Network reports.

Impact Anthony is officially listed as questionable for Thursday's contest due to an illness. However, the 24-year-old guard's absence from shootaround is a bad sign of his availability against Portland.

JANUARY 23 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy for Thursday Anthony (illness) is questionable for Thursday's game against Portland.

Impact After missing Tuesday's game against the Raptors with an illness, Anthony's game status remains up in the air against the Blazers. The Magic will likely wait until closer to Thursday's tipoff before updating the guard's designation. If Anthony remains out, Anthony Black would be primed to make another spot start at point guard for Orlando.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Out with illness Anthony (illness) is out for Tuesday's game against the Raptors.

Impact With Jalen Suggs (back) joining Anthony on the sidelines for the Magic on Tuesday, fantasy managers can expect Anthony Black to handle a much larger role and likely offer enhanced fantasy value. Anthony's next chance to return is Thursday against Portland.

JANUARY 22 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy due to illness Anthony is now questionable for Tuesday's game against the Raptors due to illness.

Impact Anthony was a late addition to the injury report, along with Jonathan Isaac (illness). That's typically not a great sign in terms of availability, and the Magic are already thin in their backcourt without Jalen Suggs (back). If Anthony can't go, the Magic could need Anthony Black to step into a much larger role.

JANUARY 21 • ROTOWIRE

Leader in scoring in defeat Anthony contributed 23 points (9-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), seven rebounds and one steal in 31 minutes during Friday's 121-94 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Anthony led the way for Orlando on the offensive end of the court, leading all Magic players in scoring, shots made and threes while also finishing second on the team in rebounds in Friday's losing effort. Anthony has surpassed the 20-point mark in four outings this season, doing so in two of his last three outings.

JANUARY 18 • ROTOWIRE