WENDELL CARTER JR. NEWS

Williams, Gilgeous-Alexander help Thunder top Magic and improve to 7-0

Jalen Williams scored 23 points, Shai Gilgeous-Alexander added 21 points and nine assists and the Oklahoma City Thunder defeated the Orlando Magic 102-86 to remain the only unbeate...

NOVEMBER 5 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't play Monday Carter (foot) won't play Monday against the Thunder,Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Carter was previously considered questionable, but the Magic will hold him out Monday evening. Fortunately for Orlando, Goga Bitadze (foot) has been given the green light to play. Bitadze will be a popular streaming option in fantasy leagues as a result of this news.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Jalen Suggs Comforted an Emotional Wendell Carter Jr. After Injury Wendell Carter Jr. suffered an injury against the Mavericks. One of his teammates was there to comfort him.

NOVEMBER 4 • KANSASCITY.COM

Jalen Suggs Comforted an Emotional Wendell Carter Jr. After Injury Wendell Carter Jr. suffered an injury against the Mavericks. One of his teammates was there to comfort him.

NOVEMBER 4 • SACBEE.COM

Questionable for Monday vs. OKC Carter (foot) is questionable for Monday's game versus the Thunder.

Impact Carter sustained a left plantar fascia strain during the second quarter of Sunday's 108-85 loss to Dallas, in which he posted six points (2-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two steals, two assists and one rebound across nine minutes. The big man is also dealing with ongoing right knee tendinitis, and it would not come as a surprise to see him sit out in the second day of a back-to-back set. If Carter is unable to play Monday, Moritz Wagner will likely handle an increased workload.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Luka Doncic scores 32 points, Mavericks overwhelm Banchero-less Magic 108-85

Luka Doncic had 32 points, nine rebounds and seven assists, Daniel Gafford scored a season-high 18 points, and the Dallas Mavericks beat the Orlando Magic 108-85

NOVEMBER 4 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Won't return Sunday Carter has been ruled out for the remainder of Sunday's game against Dallas due to a left plantar fascia strain, Tim MacMahon of ESPN.com reports.

Impact Carter hobbled off the floor in the second quarter, which could also be attributed to his ongoing right knee tendinitis on top of the new issue with his left heel. The big man played through the knee pain, though the new heel injury is a cause for concern moving forward. Carter's next chance to suit up will come Monday against the Thunder on the second day of a back-to-back set. in the 25-year-old's absence, Moritz Wagner will likely shoulder an increased workload.

NOVEMBER 4 • ROTOWIRE

Will play Sunday Carter (knee) is available for Sunday's game against the Mavericks, Grant Afseth of DallasHoopsJournal.com reports.

Impact Carter was a late scratch ahead of Friday's loss to the Cavaliers but will shake off a questionable tag and return to action Sunday. Over his first five appearances this season, Carter has averaged 8.8 points, 10.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.2 steals in 29.8 minutes per game.

NOVEMBER 3 • ROTOWIRE

Iffy against Dallas Carter (knee) is deemed questionable for Sunday's game versus the Mavericks.

Impact Carter is in danger of missing his second straight contest after being a late scratch from Friday's game due to right knee tendinitis. With Goga Bitadze (foot) also questionable, Moritz Wagner could be in store for increased playing time again.

NOVEMBER 2 • ROTOWIRE

Magic missing All-Star Paolo Banchero with injury, scratch starting C Wendell Carter Jr. before game

Already missing All-Star forward Paolo Banchero with an injury, the Orlando Magic scratched starting center Wendell Carter Jr. just minutes before their game Friday night against t...

NOVEMBER 1 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Late scratch Friday Carter (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Cavaliers.

Impact Carter was a late scratch due to right knee tendonitis, and there is currently no timetable for his return. The 25-year-old has averaged 8.8 points, 10.4 rebounds, 2.2 assists and 1.6 steals-plus-blocks across 29.8 minutes per game in five regular-season appearances (all starts). Jonathan Isaac and Moritz Wagner are candidates to pick up more playing time in Carter's absence, though his next chance to suit up will come Sunday against Dallas.

NOVEMBER 1 • ROTOWIRE

Logs first double-double of season Carter produced 11 points (3-5 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 5-6 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and one steal in 32 minutes during Monday's 119-115 victory over the Pacers.

Impact Carter has registered at least 10 rebounds or more in each of the first four games of the regular season, but Monday's game was his first reaching double-digit scoring. He isn't expected to produce a lot of points on a night-to-night basis while playing alongside Paolo Banchero, Jalen Suggs and Franz Wagner (illness), but Carter provides value with his rebounding and steals.

OCTOBER 29 • ROTOWIRE

Grabs 10 boards in loss Carter contributed three points (1-6 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 10 rebounds, two assists and one block over 31 minutes during Saturday's 124-111 loss to the Grizzlies.

Impact The 25-year-old struggled from the field while going up against Memphis' frontcourt of Jaren Jackson, Zach Edey, and Jay Huff. Carter's fantasy value is mostly reliant on rebounds, steals and blocks, and the return of Jonathan Isaac (hip) could mean a slight drop in playing time. The big man has yet to post double-digit points in three regular-season games, though he already has three outings with 10-plus rebounds and two matchups with two steals.

OCTOBER 27 • ROTOWIRE

Franz Wagner scores 29 points, Magic beat Nets 116-101 in home opener

Franz Wagner scored 29 points, brother Mo Wagner added 18 and the Orlando Magic won their home opener, beating the Brooklyn Nets 116-101 on Friday night

OCTOBER 26 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Modest performance in return Carter compiled 10 points (5-8 FG, 0-3 3PT), seven rebounds, one assist and one block in 21 minutes during Friday's preseason loss to the 76ers.

Impact Carter returned to action after suffering an ankle sprain earlier in the preseason, moving straight into the starting lineup. A perennial underperformer, Carter will be looking to establish himself as a noteworthy center this season. He will have Moritz Wagner and Goga Bitadze clipping at his heels, both of whom have proven they can serve as viable starting options. As he is penciled in as the starter, Carter is worth considering as a late-round pick in drafts.

OCTOBER 19 • ROTOWIRE

Gets starting nod Carter is in the starting lineup for Friday's preseason game versus the 76ers.

Impact Carter will replace Goga Btiadze in the starting lineup Friday after missing time with an ankle sprain. However, Carter is unlikely to receive a full workload until the regular season rolls around.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

WATCH: Magic Center Wendell Carter Jr. Discusses Return to Lineup, Preseason Finale ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. makes his return to the team's lineup Friday night for the preseason finale vs. the...

OCTOBER 18 • SI.COM

Set to play Friday Carter (ankle) is available for Friday's preseason finale against the 76ers, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Carter will return to action Friday after suffering a left ankle sprain earlier this preseason. The 25-year-old big man appears to have made a full recovery and is expected to operate as Orlando's starting center this season.

OCTOBER 18 • ROTOWIRE

Status for Friday TBD Coach Jamahl Mosley said Carter went through live work during Tuesday's practice, but the center's status for Friday's preseason finale against the 76ers remains to be determined,...

Impact Carter is considered day-to-day after spraining his left ankle during Monday's preseason loss to the Pelicans. Even if he isn't cleared to suit up for the preseason finale, it appears like Carter is on track for the start of the regular season. However, the big man has appeared in more than 60 regular-season games only once in his career, so Orlando may proceed cautiously.

OCTOBER 15 • ROTOWIRE

Inactive Wednesday Carter (ankle) is out for Wednesday's preseason game versus San Antonio.

Impact Carter's next opportunity to suit up for preseason action comes Oct. 18 versus Philadelphia, as Friday's game against New Orleans has been canceled due to inclement weather in the area. Orlando will likely exercise an abundance of precaution with the 25-year-old ramping up in advance of the regular season.

OCTOBER 10 • ROTOWIRE

Considered day-to-day Carter (ankle) is considered day-to-day after getting confirmation he suffered a sprained left ankle during Monday's preseason loss to the Pelicans, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sent...

Impact Carter has struggled to stay healthy, playing more than 60 regular-season games only once during his six-year career. However, it seems he avoided a serious injury after appearing visibly frustrated while getting helped off the court Monday. The Magic have three preseason games left until they open the regular season against the Heat on Oct. 23

OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando Magic sign center Wendell Carter Jr. to $59M contract extension The Orlando Magic signed center Wendell Carter Jr.

OCTOBER 8 • SACBEE.COM

Orlando Magic sign Wendell Carter Jr. to contract extension | NBA.com Wendell Carter Jr., a former lottery pick traded from Chicago to Orlando, has become a key part of the Magic's young and rising team.

OCTOBER 8 • NBA.COM

Magic agree to contract extension with center Wendell Carter Jr.

The Orlando Magic have agreed to a contract extension with center Wendell Carter Jr. Carter averaged 11 points on 52.5% shooting in 55 games last season to help the Magic reach the...

OCTOBER 8 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Magic extend C Wendell Carter Jr.'s contract Center Wendell Carter Jr.is committed to the Orlando Magic into the future after signing a contract extension on Monday.The team confirmed t...

OCTOBER 8 • NEWSOBSERVER.COM