Impact Carter is in danger of missing his fourth straight game due to a knee injury. If Carter is ruled out, Goga Bitadze should draw another start.
JANUARY 11 • ROTOWIRE
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
Iffy against Miami Carter (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game versus the Heat.
Still out Carter (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Timberwolves.
Impact Carter will miss a third straight game due to right knee tendinitis. Goga Bitadze and Moritz Wagner should continue to see increased roles until Carter is cleared to play again. Carter's next chance to suit up will come Friday in Miami.
JANUARY 8 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out Carter (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Impact Carter will miss a second straight game due to right knee tendinitis. However, Goga Bitadze (illness), Anthony Black (illness) and Markelle Fultz (knee) have been upgraded to available. Carter's next chance to suit up will come Tuesday versus Minnesota, but Orlando figures to be cautious with Carter, who's already missed extensive time this season due to multiple injuries.
JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out Carter (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Impact Carter will miss a second straight game due to right knee tendinitis. However, Goga Bitadze (illness), Anthony Black (illness) and Markelle Fultz (knee) have been upgraded to available. Carter's next chance to suit up will come Tuesday versus Minnesota, but Orlando figures to be cautious with Carter, who's already missed extensive time this season due to multiple injuries.
JANUARY 7 • ROTOWIRE
Listed as questionable Carter (knee) is considered questionable for Sunday's game against the Hawks.
Impact Carter is in danger of missing his second straight game due to a knee issue. Goga Bitadze (illness) is also questionable, so there is potential for a thin Magic frontcourt. More clarity on Carter's status should come once he tests things out during pregame warmups.
JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out against Denver Carter (knee) will not play in Friday's game versus Denver.
Impact Carter will be held out Friday after making three straight appearances off the bench. Goga Bitadze is a late scratch Friday due to illness, so the Magic are likely going to rely heavily on Moritz Wagner.
JANUARY 6 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable against Denver Carter is questionable for Friday's game against the Nuggets due to right knee tendinitis.
Impact Carter has come off the bench in his last three appearances, averaging 10.7 points and 4.7 rebounds in 21.7 minutes per game. It's not yet clear whether he'll be available for Friday's matchup, but Goga Bitadze and Moritz Wagner will likely see additional minutes if Carter is out.
JANUARY 4 • ROTOWIRE
Efficient as scoring threat Carter provided 17 points (6-7 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), five rebounds and two assists across 24 minutes during Sunday's 112-107 loss to the Suns.
Impact Carter came off the bench since Goga Bitadze was the starting center, but the big man made a strong case to recover his role with the first unit after missing just one shot from the field in just 24 minutes. Carter has scored in double digits just three times this season, and the 17-point output was his best mark of the campaign.
JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE
Available off bench Carter (knee) is available for Sunday's game versus the Suns and will come off the bench, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Impact Carter was unable to play Friday against the Knicks due to right knee tendinitis, but he'll be back in action Sunday with no reported restrictions. It will be interesting to see how he holds up, and it's worth noting that the Magic have a back-to-back set coming up on Tuesday versus the Warriors and Wednesday versus the Kings. With Carter coming off the bench, Goga Bitadze will remain with the starting unit.
JANUARY 1 • ROTOWIRE
Questionable Sunday Carter (knee) is listed as questionable ahead of Sunday's matchup with the Suns, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Impact Carter was a late scratch prior to Friday's game against the Knicks. His status Sunday will depend on how his knee is feeling closer to tipoff. If the big man is ultimately unable to give it a go, Goga Bitadze would presumably once again replace him in the starting lineup. Carter averaged just 5.2 points, 5.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists and 0.8 blocks across 21.0 minutes in five games after returning from a 20-game absence.
DECEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Late scratch Friday Carter is out for Friday's game versus the Knicks due to right knee tendinitis.
Impact Carter hadn't been on the injury report for Orlando but was ruled out shortly before tipoff against the Knicks. Goga Bitadze will replace him in the starting five. Carter's next chance to suit up is Sunday's matchup with Phoenix.
DECEMBER 29, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
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Will start in return Carter (finger) will start Wednesday's game against the Heat.
Impact Carter will slide right into the starting lineup during his return from a 20-game absence due to a fractured finger on his left hand. Goga Bitadze will shift to the bench but should still garner a solid backup role, as Carter is expected to have a minor minute restriction for a few games.
DECEMBER 20, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Cleared for Wednesday Carter (finger) has been removed from the injury report in advance of Wednesday's game against Miami.
Impact Carter is set to be active for the Magic on Wednesday, marking the end of a 20-game absence due to a fractured third metacarpal in his left hand. Orlando's frontcourt has functioned at a high level with Goga Bitadze, Moritz Wagner and Jonathan Isaac stepping up, so Carter's workload upon his return will be worth monitoring.
DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Limited at practice again Coach Jamahl Mosley said Carter (finger) went through portions of Tuesday's practice, Dan Savage of the Magic's official site reports.
Impact Mosley added that Markelle Fultz (knee) was also limited Tuesday, but the coach said Carter is closer to returning than Fultz. Carter has missed 20 straight games due to the fractured finger and will likely remain sidelined for Wednesday's contest versus Miami, though his official status for that contest won't be released until Tuesday afternoon. After Wednesday, Orlando heads out on a three-game road trip that begins Thursday in Milwaukee and ends Tuesday in Washington.
DECEMBER 19, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Sunday Carter (finger) is out for Sunday's game against the Celtics.
Impact Carter's recovery has been slower than expected, and he is now set to miss a 20th straight game. The big man has been sidelined since early November due to a fractured finger, but he practiced in a limited capacity earlier this week, so he might be getting closer to a potential return. His next chance to play will come against the Heat on Wednesday.
DECEMBER 16, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Friday Carter (finger) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Boston.
Impact Carter has been sidelined since early November due to a fractured finger, but he practiced in a limited capacity Wednesday. While he'll be forced to miss another game Friday, he recently said he's "85-90 percent," so he appears to be closing in on a return. His next chance to suit up will be in a rematch against the Celtics on Sunday, but it's unclear whether he'll be given the green light by then.
DECEMBER 14, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Returns to practice Carter (finger) was a limited participant during Wednesday's practice, Dan Savage of the Magic's official site reports.
Impact Carter hasn't played since Nov. 2 due to a fractured finger, but his return to practice, albeit in a limited fashion, is a positive step forward. Per Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel, Carter said he's "85-90 percent," so he'll likely log a few more practices before getting cleared for game action. Boston ends Week 8 with back-to-back games in Boston on Friday and Sunday, but it's unclear if Carter will be ready by then.
DECEMBER 13, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Still out Carter (finger) has been ruled out for Monday's matchup against Cleveland.
Impact Carter hasn't played since Nov. 2 due to a fractured finger. Until he returns to practice, the talented big man can be considered doubtful, at best, for future contests.
DECEMBER 10, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Remains sidelined Carter (finger) is out for Friday's game versus the Pistons.
Impact Carter's absence streak will extend to 17 games Friday as he deals with a fractured third metacarpal in his left hand. His next chance to suit up is Monday's matchup with Cleveland.
DECEMBER 7, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Listed out for Wednesday Carter (finger) will not play in Wednesday's game against the Cavaliers.
Impact This will be the 16th game in a row on the shelf for Carter. He recently had his cast removed and has been ramping up his individual work, but it's still unclear when he'll take the floor.
DECEMBER 5, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Ruled out for Saturday Carter (finger) will not play in Saturday's game against the Nets.
Impact This will be the 15th game in a row on the shelf for Carter, though he's believed to be getting closer to a return. His next chance to play will be Wednesday against the Cavaliers.
DECEMBER 2, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Won't play Friday Carter (finger) has been ruled out for Friday's game against Washington.
Impact Carter will be sidelined for a 14th consecutive game due to a fractured third metacarpal in his left hand, but he returned to on-court individual drills during Tuesday's practice after having his cast removed. It's not yet clear when he'll return to game action, but he seems to be trending in the right direction.
NOVEMBER 30, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Remains out Carter (finger) has been ruled out for Wednesday's matchup against the Wizards.
Impact Carter will miss a 13th straight game due to a fractured third metacarpal in his left hand. Goga Bitadze and Moritz Wagner are candidates for increased roles until Carter returns, which could be soon. Carter had his cast removed Tuesday, and the big man called it "one of the best days of [his] life." He immediately returned to on-court individual drills, but he still has some hurdles to clear before getting cleared for game action. Carter's next chance to suit up will come Friday in a rematch against Washington.
NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
Making progress Carter (finger) was spotted getting spots up during Tuesday's practice, source reports.
Impact Per Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel, Carter got his cast removed Tuesday, and the big man called it "one of the best days of [his] life." He immediately got to work with individual drills but still has a few hurdles to clear before he's ready for game action. Carter missed a 12th straight game Sunday due to a fractured third metacarpal in his left hand, which has allowed Goga Bitadze and Mortiz Wagner to garner increased roles. However, when Carter is available, he'll presumably reclaim his starting spot and play a prominent role for a Magic team that's contending for a top seed in the Eastern Conference.
NOVEMBER 28, 2023 • ROTOWIRE
