OCTOBER 8 • KANSASCITY.COM
WENDELL CARTER JR. #34 - CENTER - ORLANDO MAGIC
8.2 PPG •
7.8 RPG •
2.3 APG
8.2 PPG
7.8 RPG
2.3 APG
Wendell Carter Jr., Magic agree to multi-year contract extension ORLANDO, Fla. - Magic center Wendell Carter Jr. has agreed to a three-year, $59 million contract ext...
Inks three-year extension Carter (ankle) agreed to a three-year, $59 million contract extension with the Magic on Monday, ESPN Senior NBA Insider Shams Charania reports.
Impact Carter is expected to play a sizable role this season in Orlando's frontcourt, and this deal only confirms the confidence the team has in the 25-year-old. The Duke product is looking to bounce this season after a down 2023-24 campaign, averaging 11.0 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 1.2 made threes in 55 regular-season appearances.
OCTOBER 8 • ROTOWIRE
Undergoing imaging on ankle Head coach Jamahl Mosley told reporters following Monday's preseason game against the Pelicans that Carter will get imaging on his left ankle ahead of Wednesday's exhibition contes...
Impact Carter sprained his left ankle during Monday's preseason game, and he was visibly frustrated as he was helped to the locker room. It seems unlikely that Carter would play Wednesday, and the imaging on his ankle will determine his availability for the rest of the preseason.
OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Suffers ankle sprain Carter suffered a sprained left ankle during Monday's preseason game against the Pelicans and was unable to return, Dan Savage of the Magic's official site reports. He finished wit...
Impact Carter needed help to get to the locker room and was visibly frustrated about the injury. Carter has had some tough luck with injuries in the past, so this is something for fantasy managers to watch closely. It wouldn't be surprising to see Carter missing Wednesday's preseason contest against the Spurs even if this is just a minor issue.
OCTOBER 7 • ROTOWIRE
Practices Tuesday Carter (hand) practiced Tuesday, Philip Rossman-Reich of OrlandoMagicDaily.com reports.
Impact Carter underwent surgery in May to stabilize the third metacarpal in his left hand, but as expected, he'll be available to start the 2024-25 campaign. The big man was wearing a wrap around his left hand during Tuesday's practice, so there may still be limitations early on, but Carter's full participation is still encouraging at this point in the season.
OCTOBER 1 • ROTOWIRE
BREAKING: Magic PF Wendell Carter Jr. Undergoing Surgery on Hand ORLANDO — Orlando Magic power forward Wendell Carter Jr. is set to undergo surgery on his left hand, the team announced. The team also annou...
MAY 11 • SI.COM
Undergoing offseason surgery Carter will undergo surgery to stabilize the third metacarpal in his left hand, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reported Saturday. Carter is expected to make a full recovery ah...
Impact In simpler terms, Carter will have a procedure to fully fix his left hand -- the same hand he sustained a fractured middle finger on early this season -- and is expected to be ready for the 2024-25 campaign. Carter missed a month and a half after sustaining the injury in November -- which required surgery -- but was able to return and appear in 55 games (48 starts) overall. He's set for re-evaluation four weeks after the procedure.
MAY 11 • ROTOWIRE
Close to double-double in Game 7 Carter produced 13 points (5-10 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), seven rebounds, one assist and three steals across 35 minutes during Sunday's 106-94 loss to Cleveland in Game 7 of the first...
Impact Carter started each of Orlando's final five games of the series and scored in double digits in three of those starts, so it's safe to say he was an upgrade over Jonathan Isaac, who started in the first two contests. Across his five starts in the series, Carter averaged 8.8 points and 7.4 rebounds per game.
MAY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Productive across the board Carter closed Tuesday's 104-103 loss to the Cavaliers in Game 5 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with seven points (3-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, two...
Impact Despite a quiet night offensively, Carter still had a big impact on the game, particularly on the boards and on the defensive end. He's had a tough series overall, however, as he's averaging just 5.8 points, 5.6 rebounds and 1.2 assists through the first five games.
MAY 1 • ROTOWIRE
Sinks two triples in win Carter provided 11 points (4-6 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), five rebounds and one assist across 24 minutes during Saturday's 112-89 win over Cleveland in Game 4 of the first round of the...
Impact Carter started both wins in Orlando after coming off the bench during the two losses in Cleveland. The big man totaled just 11 points on 21.4 percent shooting through the first three games, so his efficient offensive production was a surprising bright spot for the Magic. Jonathan Isaac, who Carter replaced in the starting lineup, popped for 14, seven boards and two blocks during the Game 4 win, so it's safe to assume both players are more comfortable in their current roles.
APRIL 28 • ROTOWIRE
Starting in Game 3 Carter is in the starting lineup to face the Cavaliers on Thursday, Josh Robbins of The Athletic reports.
Impact Carter was the starting center for the majority of the regular season, and he will slot back into that role as the Magic attempt to shake things up ahead of a pivotal Game 3 at home. Carter has averaged 10.5 points, 7.2 rebounds and 1.8 assists per game in a starting role this season.
APRIL 25 • ROTOWIRE
Coming off bench Carter will play a reserve role in Saturday's Game 1 matchup with the Cavaliers.
Impact Carter was nursing back issues heading into the playoffs and also came off the bench in Orlando's regular season finale. He was not on the injury report heading into Game 1, so it is unclear if the decision has anything to do with his back. Jonathan Isaac will again start at center in his place.
APRIL 20 • ROTOWIRE
Available but not starting Carter (back) has been cleared to play Sunday versus Milwaukee, but he is is not in the starting lineup.
Impact It appears that Carter could profile as an emergency alternative Sunday, or operate on a limited workload after being limited to just four minutes of action while attempting to play through his ongoing back injury during Friday's loss to Philadelphia. Jonathan Isaac will run with the first unit against Milwaukee.
APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE
Game-time decision Sunday Carter (back) is a game-time decision for Sunday's game against Milwaukee, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Impact Carter's status is a swing factor for a contest with substantial meaning in the Eastern Conference standings, as Orlando is currently in a three-way tie for the fifth seed with a chance of slipping into the Play-In Tournament. Moritz Wagner is averaging 12.8 points and 5.0 rebounds in 21.1 minutes across 27 contests in which Carter has been unavailable this season.
APRIL 14 • ROTOWIRE
Iffy against Milwaukee Carter (back) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game versus the Bucks.
Impact Carter is in danger of missing Sunday's contest after being held to just four minutes of action against Philadelphia due to back spasms. If the 24-year-old center is ruled out, Moritz Wagner and Goga Bitadze will likely receive increased playing time.
APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE
Limited to four minutes by injury Carter (back) didn't return to Friday's 125-113 loss to the 76ers after exiting the game with 8:11 in the first quarter due to back spasms. He finished with four points (2-3 FG, 0-...
Impact The Magic had listed Carter as questionable to return shortly after he suffered the injury, but he remained on the bench for the start of the second half and never checked back into the contest. After suffering the loss, the Magic are tied with the Pacers and 76ers for the fifth through seventh seed in the Eastern Conference standings, while the Heat sit one game behind in the eighth spot. With the Magic eager to avoid the Play-In Tournament by falling to the No. 7 or 8 seed, the team will hope to have Carter available for Sunday's regular-season finale versus the Bucks.
APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE
Heads to locker room Carter is questionable to return to Friday's game against the 76ers due to back spasms.
Impact Carter exited in the first half after experiencing back spasms and went straight to the locker room. Moritz Wagner and Goga Bitadze would be in line for more chances at center if Carter is unable to return.
APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE
Sniffs double-double Carter had 11 points (5-11 FG, 1-6 3Pt), eight rebounds, three assists, one block and two steals over 34 minutes during Sunday's 113-98 win over the Bulls.
Impact Carter has been playing well of late and finished just two boards away from recording what would've been his fourth double-double over his last five appearances. He's averaging 13.8 points and 9.8 rebounds per game since the beginning of April.
APRIL 8 • ROTOWIRE
Another dominant display Carter had 17 points (6-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 4-7 FT), 13 rebounds, five assists, one block and three steals across 31 minutes during Monday's 104-103 win over the Trail Blazers.
Impact Carter has recorded back-to-back double-doubles while making his presence felt on the defensive side of the ball as well, with two blocks and five steals in that span. Carter is not expected to be a go-to guy on offense in a scheme led by Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner, but any contributions on offense will certainly boost his fantasy upside. He's averaging 10.2 points, 8.7 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 1.3 steals per game over his last 11 contests.
APRIL 2 • ROTOWIRE
Posts double-double in big win Carter produced 15 points (4-10 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 4-4 FT), 13 rebounds, two assists, one block and two steals in 28 minutes during Saturday's 118-88 victory over Memphis.
Impact Carter was immense on both ends of the court Saturday, limiting Jaren Jackson to a four-point, four-rebound effort while also recording his seventh double-double of the campaign. The 13 rebounds were Carter's second-best mark of the season, and he also snapped a six-game stretch with single-digit scoring figures.
MARCH 31 • ROTOWIRE
Held in check in win Carter supplied nine points (4-8 FG, 1-4 3Pt), three rebounds, three assists and one steal across 27 minutes during Sunday's 111-96 win over the Raptors.
Impact This wasn't Carter's best showing, but it's worth noting that Moritz Wagner simply had the hot hand off the bench with 14 points in 18 minutes. Carter played really well in his previous three games with averages of 14.3 points, 10.3 rebounds and 2.7 assists, so one dud isn't something to be overly concerned about.
MARCH 18 • ROTOWIRE
Grabs 15 boards in loss Carter recorded 13 points (5-13 FG, 0-5 3Pt, 3-3 FT), 15 rebounds, two assists, one block and one steal over 28 minutes during Sunday's 111-97 loss to the Pacers.
Impact Carter's 15 rebounds marked a season high for the veteran. Although he's flirted with double-digit rebound totals several times, he's eclipsed that milestone just five times this season. Carter is nursing a persistent knee injury that's kept him on the injury report, so it's wise to confirm his status to ensure his presence in the starting lineup.
MARCH 11 • ROTOWIRE
Back in starting lineup Carter (knee) is officially starting at center in Friday's game versus the Knicks.
Impact Carter is returning from a one-game absence, which saw Goga Bitadze replace him in the starting lineup, The latter is returning to a reserve role, while Carter should take on his usual responsibilities in the front court assuming he has no setbacks with his knee.
MARCH 9 • ROTOWIRE
Gets green light Carter (knee) is available for Friday's game against the Knicks.
Impact Carter will return to action Friday after missing Wednesday's win over Washington and will likely push Goga Bitadze to a bench role. Before his absence, Carter had scored in double figures in nine of his last 11 appearances, averaging 13.2 points, 7.0 rebounds and 1.4 assists in 26.4 minutes during that stretch.
MARCH 8 • ROTOWIRE
