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Pistons end 6-game skid, win fight-marred game vs Magic

Alec Burks scored a season-high 32 points, Saddiq Bey added 28 and the Detroit Pistons overcame the ejection of two players after a scuffle to beat the Orlando Magic 121-101 and sn...

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Three players ejected as Pistons-Magic scuffle in first half

Three players were ejected after a fight between the Orlando Magic and Detroit Pistons late in the first half of their game

DECEMBER 29, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Efficient in win Wagner logged 17 points (6-11 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds and one assist over 26 minutes during Friday's 133-113 victory over the Spurs.

Impact Wagner tallied at least 10 points and five rebounds for the sixth straight game while also shooting a perfect 26-for-26 from the free-throw line in that span. The German big man is averaging 12.8 points, 6.9 rebounds and 2.1 assists in 26.4 minutes during December. Notably, he still saw 26 minutes despite Wendell Carter making his return and playing 19 minutes. It's possible Wagner will remain a rotation staple in the frontcourt.

DECEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles again Monday Wagner produced 16 points (5-10 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals in 29 minutes during Monday's 126-125 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Wagner continues to play some of the best basketball of his career, putting up his third double-double in the past three weeks. Since entering the starting lineup, it's been all systems go for Wagner, putting up top-40 value over the past two weeks. There is still no word on when Wendell Carter might return from his injury, meaning Wagner should be rostered everywhere.

DECEMBER 20, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Another double-digit performance Wagner recorded 11 points (2-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 6-6 FT), six rebounds, three assists and two steals across 29 minutes during Sunday's 95-92 victory over Boston.

Impact Wagner surpassed the double-digit scoring mark for the seventh time in the last 10 contests, finishing four rebounds shy of a double-double. Wagner has averaged 17.7 points, 6.3 rebounds, 1.3 assists and 1.3 steals over his last three games.

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Celtics' Horford fined $25K for elbowing Magic's M Wagner

The NBA says Al Horford of the Celtics has been fined $25,000 for making what it called “unnecessary and excessive contact” to the lower body of Orlando Magic center Moritz Wagner...

DECEMBER 18, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Posts stellar shooting line Wagner provided 25 points (9-12 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 6-6 FT), eight rebounds, one assist and one steal over 23 minutes during Friday's 117-109 victory over the Celtics.

Impact Wagner led his team in scoring and did so in an efficient manner. He also secured four of his eight rebounds on the offensive glass, marking his best rebounding mark since Dec. 7. Wagner has been a solid contributor for the Magic over his last six contests, averaging 16.3 points, 7.5 rebounds and 1.8 assists in 28.8 minutes.

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Moritz Wagner powers Magic past NBA-leading Celtics 117-109

Moritz Wagner scored 25 points and Paolo Banchero added 20 as the Orlando Magic beat the NBA-leading Boston Celtics 117-109

DECEMBER 17, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Season-high triples Wagner closed Wednesday's 135-124 victory over the Hawks with 17 points (7-9 FG, 3-4 3Pt), five rebounds and one steal in 30 minutes.

Impact Wagner posted his most efficient scoring night of the season Wednesday. His three-point shot falling is also a good sign, as the 25-year-old big man is only shooting 26.3 percent from three on 3.5 attempts through 11 games.

DECEMBER 15, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Second straight double-double Wagner supplied 20 points (7-13 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 13 rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals across 36 minutes during Wednesday's 116-111 overtime victory over the Cl...

Impact Wagner secured his second straight double-double, halting in a season-high rebounding mark while leading the team in the category. Wagner has scored in double figures four times this season, surpassing the double-digit rebound total twice.

DECEMBER 8, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Double-doubles in loss Wagner amassed 19 points (7-10 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-5 FT), 12 rebounds, four assists and one steal across 32 minutes before fouling out of Monday's 109-102 loss to the Bucks.

Impact With Wendell Carter (foot), Chuma Okeke (knee) and Mo Bamba (back) all out, Wagner drew a third straight start and notched his first double-double of the campaign. As a starter, he's averaged 13.3 points, 8.3 rebounds and 1.7 assists in 30.0 minutes per game.

DECEMBER 6, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Offers little in start Wagner racked up five points (2-7 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, one block and one steal over 22 minutes during Saturday's 121-108 loss to the Raptors.

Impact Wagner remained in the starting lineup Saturday but was unable to capitalize. The Magic were destroyed in this game, meaning the starters were all limited down the stretch, including Wagner. He had been putting up serviceable numbers prior to Saturday, and the fantasy mangers who streamed him could certainly give him another look when the Magic face the Bucks on Monday.

DECEMBER 4, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Comes close to double-double Wagner chipped in 16 points (7-12 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-2 FT), nine rebounds and one assist over 36 minutes during Friday's 107-96 loss to the Cavaliers.

Impact Wagner started for the first time this season Friday, but he jumped into the starting unit solely because both Mo Bamba (back) and Wendell Carter (foot) were out. He delivered, though, reaching the 15-point mark and the 30-minute plateau for the first time in 2022-23. Wagner's place in the lineup will depend on the availability of both Bamba and Carter going forward, but he should be a productive player in case he finds himself in the lineup when the Magic take on the Raptors on Saturday.

DECEMBER 3, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Starting Friday Wagner will join the starting five for Friday's game against Cleveland.

Impact With Mo Bamba (back) and Wendell Carter (foot) out, Wagner is joined by Markelle Fultz, Franz Wagner, Paolo Banchero and Bol Bol in the starting lineup. Considering how thin Orlando is in the frontcourt, Wagner should see plenty of playing time Friday.

DECEMBER 2, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Productive all-around game in loss Wagner contributed nine points (3-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 3-4 FT), six rebounds, eight assists and one block in 26 minutes during Wednesday's 125-108 loss to the Hawks.

Impact Wagner played 16 minutes in the second half and dished out six assists. He had recorded only five assists through his first three appearances this year before Wednesday's eight-assist night. The 25-year-old has played in all four games since returning from a foot injury Nov. 25, playing 20.1 minutes and scoring 7.5 points per game.

DECEMBER 1, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Takes on larger role Sunday Wagner (foot) amassed 12 points (3-7 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 5-6 FT), six rebounds, four assists and one steal across 26 minutes during Sunday's 133-103 loss to the 76ers.

Impact After Mo Bamba (back) departed the game early, Wagner opened the second half with the starters and put together a decent line in his second appearance of the season after he had missed Orlando's first 18 games while recovering from a right mid-foot strain. With the statuses of Bamba and Wendell Carter (foot) -- who missed his fourth straight contest Sunday -- uncertain as the Magic head into a four-game week, Wagner could have a path to meaningful minutes in the Orlando frontcourt.

NOVEMBER 28, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

In line for season debut Friday Wagner (foot) isn't listed on the injury report for Friday's game versus the Sixers.

Impact Wagner has ramped up his practice participation of late and participated in Wednesday's session. His status for Friday was expected to be determined by how he responded to the practice and treatment, and it appears everything has gone swimmingly. He should provide the Magic with some additional frontcourt depth and could be in for some minutes Friday if Wendell Carter (foot) can't suit up.

NOVEMBER 24, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Resumes practicing Wagner (foot) participated in Wednesday's practice, and his status for Friday's game against the 76ers will be determined by how he responds to the session and treatment, Dan Savag...

Impact Wagner has yet to make his season debut due to a right foot strain he suffered in the preseason. While it appears that Wagner is closing in on a return either Friday or Sunday against Philadelphia, he could be limited following an extended absence to open the season.

NOVEMBER 23, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Remains out Monday Wagner (foot) is listed as out for Monday's game against the Pacers, Khobi Price of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Wagner has been sidelined since mid-October with the right mid-foot strain he suffered in a preseason contest and is still awaiting his 2022-23 debut. Once healthy, Wagner isn't guaranteed to have a spot in the Magic rotation, as the emergence of Bol Bol in the early stages of the season might have pushed Wagner further down in the pecking order in the frontcourt.

NOVEMBER 21, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Still out Saturday Wagner (foot) is out Saturday against the Pacers.

Impact Wagner went through on-court work Wednesday, implying he's nearing a return. His next step will be taking full contact at practice.

NOVEMBER 19, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Goes through on-court work Wagner (foot) participated in on-court work Wednesday, Khobi Price of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Wagner has yet to make his season debut and remains out indefinitely due to a foot injury. However, it's still encouraging to see him participate in basketball activities, albeit in a limited fashion.

NOVEMBER 16, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Banchero, Magic to host Towns and the Timberwolves

Orlando faces Minnesota in out-of-conference play

NOVEMBER 15, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Charlotte faces Orlando on 8-game slide

Charlotte enters the matchup against Orlando after losing eight games in a row

NOVEMBER 13, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Remains out indefinitely Wagner has been ruled out for Friday's game versus the Suns.

Impact Wagner won't make his season debut Friday and is still recovering from a right foot sprain. The Magic have given no timetable for Wagner's return, but it doesn't seem imminent.

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ROTOWIRE

Suns to visit Magic Friday

The Orlando Magic host the Phoenix Suns

NOVEMBER 10, 2022 • ASSOCIATED PRESS