MO BAMBA NEWS

Exceeds 30 minutes Friday Bamba closed Friday's 114-99 loss to Utah with 16 points (6-13 FG, 2-6 3Pt, 2-2 FT), eight rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 31 minutes.

Impact Bamba enjoyed one of his more productive games since the start of the new year, putting together his second straight double-digit scoring effort after failing to reach that mark in the previous four contests. The big man complemented the solid point total with eight boards and his fourth performance with multiple blocks over his past five games. Perhaps most importantly, he logged his most minutes in a contest since Dec. 3. Rostering Bamba in fantasy has been frustrating at times this season, but given enough minutes, he should rack up enough boards and blocks to remain a strong asset at the center position.

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Jazz win fifth straight at home, top Magic 114-99

Donovan Mitchell scored 24 points and collected seven rebounds to lead the Utah Jazz to a  114-99 victory over the Orlando Magic

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Puts up 13 and nine in 19 minutes Bamba closed Tuesday's 113-95 win over Portland with 13 points (6-8 FG, 1-3 3Pt), nine rebounds, two assists and two steals in 19 minutes.

Impact While Bamba picked up two personal fouls in the first quarter, he wasn't truly in foul trouble for most of the night, so the fact that he only played 19 minutes is a frustrating result for fantasy managers. Still, the big man was able to provide a solid all-around line highlighted by the two steals, which put an end to an eight-game steal-less streak.

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Magic down Blazers 113-95 after Portland deals away McCollum

Cole Anthony had 23 points and the Orlando Magic downed the Trail Blazers 113-95, hours after a trade ended ended guard CJ McCollum’s nearly nine-year tenure in Portland

FEBRUARY 9, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Grabs 10 boards, blocks two shots Bamba amassed eight points (2-9 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and two blocks over 27 minutes during Sunday's 116-83 loss to the Celtics.

Impact Bamba at least saw a bump in his playing time, something that has been an issue over the past week. The Magic are clearly not looking to win this season, and where Bamba fits in their long-term plans remains a mystery. For now, fantasy managers simply have to hold and hope that he can work his way back to 30 minutes per night, much like he was seeing to begin the season.

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Brown, stellar defense lead Celtics past Magic 116-83

Jaylen Brown scored 26 points and the Boston Celtics played solid defense in a 116-83 victory over the Orlando Magic for their season-best fifth straight win

FEBRUARY 7, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Available, starting Sunday Bamba (ankle) is starting Sunday's game against the Celtics.

Impact Bamba was questionable for Sunday's contest with an ankle sprain, but he's been cleared to take the court versus Boston. The 23-year-old has failed to score in double figures over the past three games, and he's averaged 6.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 2.0 blocks in 19.0 minutes while shooting 42.9 percent from the field during that stretch.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Lands on injury report Sunday Bamba is questionable for Sunday's contest against the Celtics due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact Bamba suffered a right ankle sprain during a practice two weeks ago, but he didn't miss any time. However, over his last three contests, he has averaged 6.0 points, 5.0 rebounds and 2.0 blocks in just 19.0 minutes per contest. It's unclear how severe the injury is, but the talented big man has been struggling over the past week, so maybe a day off will get him back on track. If he's unable to suit up, Robin Lopez would likely draw the start at center while Moritz Wagner and Chuma Okeke would be candidates for increased roles off the bench.

FEBRUARY 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Wagner outplays Cunningham, lifts Magic past Pistons

Franz Wagner scored 24 points and outplayed fellow rookie Cade Cunningham, Terrence Ross added 21 points and the Orlando Magic beat the Detroit Pistons 119-103 in a matchup of the...

JANUARY 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Struggles from distance Bamba recorded 10 points (4-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one block across 26 minutes during Wednesday's 111-102 loss to the Clippers.

Impact Bamba suffered a right ankle sprain during Tuesday's practice, but he was still able to suit up Wednesday. The seven-footer failed to connect on any of his three-point attempts, but he was still able to score in double figures for the third time in his last four games. During that stretch, Bamba has averaged 13.3 points, 5.8 rebounds and 1.5 blocks in 22.0 minutes.

JANUARY 27, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Available Wednesday Bamba (ankle) is available Wednesday against the Clippers, Khobi Price of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Bamba suffered a right ankle sprain during Tuesday's practice session but will be able to suit up against the Clippers. He's rejoined the starting lineup for each of the last three games and has averaged 14.3 points and 5.0 rebounds in 20.7 minutes per contest during that time.

JANUARY 26, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando faces Los Angeles in non-conference matchup

Orlando and Los Angeles square off in non-conference action

JANUARY 26, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Questionable for Wednesday Bamba is listed as questionable for Wednesday's contest against the Clippers due to a right ankle sprain.

Impact Bamba played just seven minutes during Sunday's loss to the Bulls. If he's unable to suit up, Robin Lopez, Moritz Wagner and Chuma Okeke would all be candidates for increased roles.

JANUARY 25, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

James scores 29, plays center as Lakers rally past Magic

LeBron James scored 29 points and played exclusively at center in the second half as the Los Angeles Lakers rallied from an eight-point halftime deficit and beat the Orlando Magic...

JANUARY 22, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Drops 32 in Wednesday's loss Bamba scored a team-high 32 points (12-15 FG, 7-8 3Pt, 1-2 FT) while adding four rebounds, three blocks and two assists in 30 minutes during Wednesday's 123-110 loss to the 76ers.

Impact No other Magic starter managed more than 14 points, but Bamba more than held his own while going toe to toe with Joel Embiid, setting new career highs in points and made three-pointers in his return to the starting five after two games coming off the bench. Bamba is on pace for personal bests in nearly every major category, and his emergence has made him a solid fantasy asset.

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Mo Bamba's Career Night Comes in Magic Loss to 76ers ' Orlando Magic The Lead Blocking shots and making 3-pointers are Mo Bamba’s specialties. On Wednesday in Philadelphia, he showcased both those attributes w...

JANUARY 20, 2022 • NBA.COM

Embiid ties career high with 50 points, 76ers beat Magic

Joel Embiid tied his career high with 50 points in just 27 minutes, leading a dominant third quarter that carried the Philadelphia 76ers to a 123-110 victory over the Orlando Magic

JANUARY 20, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Regains starter status Bamba is starting Wednesday's matchup against the 76ers.

Impact Bamba missed two games with a toe injury, then came off the bench for two games. However, it seems likely that he'll see a full complement of minutes Wednesday, as he's been placed back in the starting five. In his 11 starts since the start of December, he's averaged 8.7 points, 6.5 rebounds, 1.8 blocks and 1.1 assists in 24.5 minutes.

JANUARY 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Coming off bench again Bamba isn't starting Monday's game against the Trail Blazers.

Impact Bamba also came off the bench in Saturday's loss to the Mavericks and recorded six points, six rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 17 minutes. He could see a slight uptick in playing time Monday as he regains his conditioning, but Robin Lopez will remain in the starting lineup.

JANUARY 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando hosts Portland on home slide

Orlando will aim to end its seven-game home slide when the Magic host Portland

JANUARY 16, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Available off bench Bamba (toe) is available off the bench for Saturday's game against the Mavericks, Khobi Price of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Bamba has missed the past two games with a sprained right toe. It wouldn't be surprising if his minutes were monitored in his first game back in addition to him coming off the bench.

JANUARY 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable Saturday Bamba (toe) is questionable Saturday against Dallas.

Impact Bamba was considered a game-time decision ahead of Friday's matchup against the Hornets but was forced to miss a second straight contest due to a right toe sprain. If he remains out against the Mavericks, Robin Lopez and Moritz Wagner could see increased run.

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Dallas plays Orlando, looks for 4th straight home win

Dallas is looking to extend its three-game home win streak with a victory against Orlando

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wagner brothers, Magic top Hornets to end 10-game skid

Moritz Wagner scored a season-high 26 points, younger brother Franz added 19 points and the Orlando Magic beat the Charlotte Hornets 116-109 to snap a 10-game losing streak

JANUARY 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out Friday Bamba (toe) is out Friday against the Hornets, Dan Savage of the Magic's official site reports.

Impact Bamba was a game-time call and will ultimately sit out a second straight game due to a sprained right toe. It seems like he has a good chance to return Saturday against the Mavericks.

JANUARY 14, 2022 • ROTOWIRE