FRANZ WAGNER NEWS

Listed as questionable Wagner (ankle) is questionable for Friday's game against New Orleans.

Impact Wagner sustained a sprained ankle during Wednesday's practice session, and he's expected to be a game-time decision for Friday's matchup. Terrence Ross and Bol Bol would likely handle increased roles for the Magic if Wagner is unable to suit up.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Considered game-time decision Wagner is considered a game-time decision for Friday's game against the Pelicans due to a sprained left ankle, Dan Savage of the Magic's official site reports.

Impact Wagner sprained his ankle during Orlando's practice Wednesday, and his status for Friday's matchup is still up in the air. If he sits out against New Orleans, Terrence Ross and Bol Bol would be candidates to see increased run.

JANUARY 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Produces 19 points in loss Wagner logged 19 points (7-16 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, two assists and one steal over 32 minutes during Sunday's 119-116 loss to the Nuggets.

Impact Wagner made just two of six field goal attempts in the first half for seven points as the Magic fell behind by double digits. He picked up the pace a bit over the final two quarters with another 12 points on 5-of-10 shooting, finishing second on the team in scoring to Markelle Fultz. Wagner has now scored 15 or more points in 12 straight games, shooting 51 percent from the field over that stretch.

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Jokic's late 3 lifts Nuggets past Magic 119-116

Nikola Jokic hit a go-ahead 3-pointer with 1.2 seconds remaining, capping his 12th triple-double of the season, and the Denver Nuggets won their 13th in a row at home by beating th...

JANUARY 16, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Lauri Markkanen scores 28 points, Jazz beat Magic 112-108

Lauri Markkanen scored 28 points and blocked Franz Wagner’s 3-pointer in the closing moments to power the Utah Jazz past the Orlando Magic, 112-108 on Friday night

JANUARY 14, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Franz Wagner has 29 points, Magic hold off Blazers 109-106 Franz Wagner scored 29 points, Wendell Carter Jr. added 20 points and 10 rebounds and the Orlando Magic beat the Portland Trail Blazers 109-...

JANUARY 12, 2023 • KANSASCITY.COM

Lights up Portland in win Wagner finished with 29 points (12-20 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 3-4 FT) and added two rebounds, two assists and two steals across 34 minutes in Tuesday's 109-106 win over the Trail Blazers.

Impact The second-year wing led the way for the Magic in scoring while clearing the 20-point mark for the fourth time in his last five appearances. Aside from averaging 1.4 steals and 2.0 three-pointers per game over that stretch, Wagner isn't offering much production in other areas (3.2 assists, 2.4 rebounds and 0.0 blocks), but fantasy managers can live with the light returns in some categories while he's scoring efficiently (56.6 percent from the field on 16.6 attempts per game). Considering Wagner is converting at a 49 percent rate for the season, some regression with his scoring is likely coming, but the 21-year-old nonetheless appears to have taken an encouraging step forward in his development in Year 2.

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Franz Wagner has 29 points, Magic hold off Blazers 109-106

Franz Wagner scored 29 points, Wendell Carter Jr. added 20 points and 10 rebounds and the Orlando Magic beat the Portland Trail Blazers 109-106 on Tuesday night

JANUARY 11, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Portland takes home win streak into matchup with Orlando

Portland will try to keep its four-game home win streak alive when the Trail Blazers play Orlando

JANUARY 10, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Another 20-point outing Wagner provided 24 points (9-16 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 3-5 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal over 35 minutes during Saturday's 115-101 win over Golden State.

Impact After going scoreless in the first quarter, Wagner came alive in the second with 12 points on 4-of-6 shooting from the field, including 2-of-3 from behind the arc. The Magic forward added 12 points in the second half, nine of which came in the fourth quarter on 4-of-6 shooting as Orlando upset the Warriors on the road. Wagner has now scored at least 22 points in three straight, though he's averaging just 2.0 rebounds and 2.2 assists per game across the first two appearances of January.

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Banchero, Franz Wagner lead Magic past undermanned Warriors

Paolo Banchero scored 25 points, Franz Wagner added 24 points and the Orlando Magic beat the Golden State Warriors 115-101 on Saturday night as the defending NBA champions dropped...

JANUARY 8, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Scores 19 in fourth quarter Wagner closed Thursday's 123-115 loss to the Grizzlies with 22 points (6-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 8-10 FT), two rebounds, three assists and two steals over 38 minutes.

Impact Wagner attempted only two shots over the first three quarters, making one of them, along with one of two free-throw attempts, for a total of three points. The Orlando forward came alive in the fourth quarter, however, with 19 points on 5-of-8 shooting from the field as the Magic tried (unsuccessfully) to mount a comeback. He's now reached the 20-point mark in two straight games and in four of his last six.

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Morant, Jackson lead Grizzlies over Magic for 5th straight

Ja Morant scored 32 points, Jaren Jackson added 31 points and 10 rebounds and the Memphis Grizzlies beat the Orlando Magic 123-115 for their fifth straight win

JANUARY 6, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Back in starting lineup Wagner (suspension) will rejoin the starting lineup Thursday versus the Grizzlies.

Impact Wagner was suspended for Wednesday's game against Oklahoma City for his role in an altercation with the Pistons last week. He has served the one-game ban and will return to action Thursday, presumably handling his usual role in the rotation.

JANUARY 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE

Magic take on the Thunder on 3-game skid

Orlando looks to stop its three-game skid when the Orlando Magic take on Oklahoma City

JANUARY 4, 2023 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leads team in scoring Wagner provided 28 points (13-25 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four rebounds, eight assists and two steals in 38 minutes during Friday's 119-100 loss to Washington.

Impact Wagner's 28 points led the team. While it wasn't the most efficient shooting effort, he produced enough in other areas to maintain solid value. The second-year forward matched his season high with eight assists and it marked the sixth straight game he recorded at least one steal. In 37 games played this season, he's averaging 19.9 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.5 assists in 33.3 minutes per contest.

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Porzingis, Wizards beat Magic 119-100 for 4th straight win

Kristaps Porzingis had 30 points and 13 rebounds and the Washington Wizards routed the short-handed Orlando Magic 119-100 on Friday night for their fourth straight victory

DECEMBER 31, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Active Friday, suspended Wednesday Wagner was given a one-game suspension for his role in an altercation with the Pistons on Wednesday and will serve his punishment Jan. 4, but he will play in Friday's game against...

Impact Wagner was one of eight Orlando players suspended and will be part of the group that has their suspensions pushed back to Wednesday in order for the Magic to meet the required number of active players. He should take on a massive role within the offense with Wendell Carter, Cole Anthony, Moritz Wagner, Mo Bamba and Gary Harris serving their suspensions Friday. However, his absence Wednesday will result in more opportunities for Anthony and Terrence Ross for that contest.

DECEMBER 30, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Leading scorer in loss Wagner contributed 19 points (7-15 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-5 FT), six rebounds, three assists and one steal across 29 minutes during Wednesday's 121-101 loss to Detroit.

Impact In a chaotic game marred by a bench-clearing fight and three ejections, including one to Wagner's brother Moritz, Franz wound up leading the Magic in scoring. The second-year forward has scored in double digits in 12 straight games, averaging 20.9 points, 4.1 boards, 2.6 assists and 2.0 threes over that stretch as Orlando's young core continues to gel around Paolo Banchero.

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

James helps Lakers stop 4-game slide with win over Magic

LeBron James scored 28 points, Russell Westbrook had a triple-double and the Los Angeles Lakers stopped a four-game slide, beating the Orlando Magic 129-110

DECEMBER 28, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Goes for 21 points in win Wagner chipped in 21 points (7-15 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 5-5 FT), four assists and one steal in 31 minutes during Friday's 133-113 win over the Spurs.

Impact The Magic had an excellent offensive outing -- although the Spurs are one of the worst defensive teams in the league -- and Wagner was a standout performer. He's been extremely consistent on the offensive side of the ball and has scored at least 20 points in six of his last 10 outings, averaging 21.7 points and shooting 45 percent from the field in that span.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Magic beat Spurs 133-113 for 8th victory in 9 games

Cole Anthony had 23 points, 10 rebounds and nine assists, Franz Wagner added 21 points and the Orlando Magic beat the San Antonio Spurs 133-113 on Friday night for their eighth vic...

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Leads team with 25 points Wednesday Wagner finished Wednesday's 116-110 victory over the Rockets with 25 points (9-15 FG, 4-8 3Pt, 3-5 FT), two rebounds and two steals across 32 minutes.

Impact Wagner played through an ankle sprain, leading the team with 25 points including four triples. While his peripheral numbers were a little underwhelming, the two steals were an added bonus. He is just inside the top 100 for the season, slightly below where he was being drafted. However, he has been a top-60 player over the past two weeks, coinciding with the return of Markelle Fultz. As the two continue to work on their chemistry, look for Wagner to increase his overall rank as the season progresses.

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Magic rally past Rockets 116-110 for 7th win in 8 games

Franz Wagner scored 25 points, rookie Paolo Banchero had 23 points and 13 rebounds, and the Orlando Magic overcame a 15-point second-half deficit to beat the Houston Rockets 116-11...

DECEMBER 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Will play Wednesday Wagner (ankle) will play during Wednesday's matchup at Houston, Jonathan Feigen of the Houston Chronicle reports.

Impact Wagner will keep his streak of games played alive, as he hasn't missed a game this season. In December, the sophomore forward is averaging 19.6 points, 4.2 rebounds and 2.4 assists in 33.8 minutes. He's scored in single digits just twice all year.

DECEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE