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.
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.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Comes close to double-double
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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.
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 Bamba and Carter going forward, but he should see ample playing time if the pair is out again Saturday versus the Raptors.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Starting Friday
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Wagner will join the starting five for Friday's game against Cleveland.
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.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Productive all-around game in loss
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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.
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.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Takes on larger role Sunday
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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.
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.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: In line for season debut Friday
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Wagner (foot) isn't listed on the injury report for Friday's game versus the Sixers.
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.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Resumes practicing
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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 Savage of the Magic's official site reports.
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.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Remains out Monday
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Wagner (foot) is listed as out for Monday's game against the Pacers, Khobi Price of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
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.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Still out Saturday
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Wagner (foot) is out Saturday against the Pacers.
Wagner went through on-court work Wednesday, implying he's nearing a return. His next step will be taking full contact at practice.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Goes through on-court work
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Wagner (foot) participated in on-court work Wednesday, Khobi Price of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
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.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Out again Wednesday
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Wagner (foot) has been ruled out for Wednesday's game against the Mavericks.
Wagner has yet to make his season debut while rehabbing from a foot sprain he suffered during the preseason. His next opportunity to suit up will come Friday against the Suns.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Remains sidelined Monday
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Wagner (foot) won't be available for Monday's game against the Rockets.
Wagner has yet to make his 2022-23 debut while he works his way back from the right mid-foot sprain he sustained during the preseason. Once he's deemed ready to play, Wagner could challenge Mo Bamba and/or Chuma Okeke for a spot in the Magic's frontcourt rotation.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Out Saturday
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Wagner (foot) will not suit up Saturday against the Kings, Jason Anderson of The Sacramento Bee reports.
Wagner has yet to make his 2022-23 debut due to a foot sprain. While there currently is no timetable for his return, Wagner's next chance to take the floor comes Monday against the Rockets.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Won't play Thursday
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Wagner (foot) is out for Thursday's game versus the Warriors.
Wagner will have to wait until at least Saturday's game versus the Kings to make his season debut while recovering from a midfoot sprain. However, there is no indication of when Wagner will return to the lineup despite the Magic treating his injury as day-to-day.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Remains sidelined Tuesday
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Wagner (foot) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Thunder.
Wagner hasn't yet made his season debut due to a right midfoot sprain and will be unavailable once again Tuesday. His next chance to play will be Thursday against the Warriors.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Out Sunday
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Wagner (foot) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Mavericks.
Wagner will remain sidelined for Sunday's contest as he deals with a right midfoot sprain. His next chance to make his 2022-23 debut will be Tuesday against the Thunder.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Remains sidelined Friday
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Wagner (foot) is listed as out for Friday's game versus the Hornets.
Wagner will have to wait until Sunday versus the Mavericks at the earliest to make his season debut. However, there have been no updates about Wagner's midfoot sprain, so fantasy managers shouldn't count on him to return to the lineup soon.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Won't play Wednesday
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Wagner (ankle) has been ruled out for Wednesday's contest against the Cavaliers.
Wagner has yet to make his season debut due to a right ankle sprain he suffered during the preseason. His next chance to suit up will come Friday against the Hornets.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Out again Monday
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Wagner (ankle) will remain sidelined Monday against the Knicks, Khobi Price of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Wagner has yet to appear for the Magic this season after averaging north of 15 minutes per contest in his 63 game last season. Wagner's next opportunity for his season debut comes Wednesday against the Cavaliers.
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Magic's Moritz Wagner: Out again Saturday
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Wagner (ankle) is listed as out for Saturday's game against the Celtics.
Wagner sprained his ankle during the team's preseason finale and hasn't yet made his regular-season debut. His next opportunity to retake the floor arrives Monday versus the Knicks.
