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Magic's Franz Wagner Feels 'Pretty Good,' But Patience Remains Pivotal in Injury Recovery

Magic's Franz Wagner Feels 'Pretty Good,' But Patience Remains Pivotal in Injury Recovery

ORLANDO, Fla. – When news of Franz Wagner's torn right oblique first came down, his Orlando Magic were finally finding their footing. Despite losing All-Star teammate Paolo Banchero to the same injury a month prior, they'd gone 13-7 in his absence.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 5
Orlando Magic Offense Misfires Repeatedly in Ugly Loss to Utah Jazz

Orlando Magic Offense Misfires Repeatedly in Ugly Loss to Utah Jazz

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando Magic's loss Sunday night to the Utah Jazz can be boiled down to two words: missed opportunities. With each team playing without four double-digit scorers, baskets were hard to come by in a 43-all first half.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 5
Magic-Jazz Injury Report: Who's In, Who's Out for Sunday Night?

Magic-Jazz Injury Report: Who's In, Who's Out for Sunday Night?

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando Magic have a one-off home game Sunday evening, playing host to the Utah Jazz. Tipoff is at 6:30 p.m. ET from the Kia Center.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 5
Meet the Opponent: Utah Jazz, Off Big Win in Miami, Visit Battered Magic

Meet the Opponent: Utah Jazz, Off Big Win in Miami, Visit Battered Magic

ORLANDO, Fla. – The Orlando Magic are no strangers to playing shorthanded. But Sunday night's game with the Utah Jazz brings a next-level challenge. The Magic will be without their top four scorers — Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs and Moe Wagner — and a reserve three-and-D guard (Gary Harris).

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 5
Tristan da Silva primed for key role as injury-plagued Magic take on Jazz

Tristan da Silva primed for key role as injury-plagued Magic take on Jazz

The Orlando Magic will be without several key players again when they face the visiting Utah Jazz on Sunday, creating another prime opportunity for promising rookie Tristan da Silva.

Jalen Suggs News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 4
Jalen Suggs Out for Magic vs. Utah Sunday with Low Back Strain

Jalen Suggs Out for Magic vs. Utah Sunday with Low Back Strain

ORLANDO, Fla. – Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs is set to miss Sunday's game versus the Utah Jazz with a low back strain. Considering the nature of how his injury looked optically on Friday night when he suffered it, that seems to be a positive.

Dwight Howard News / NBA on ClutchPoints / January 4
Dwight Howard reveals shocking pick for favorite PG he played with

Dwight Howard reveals shocking pick for favorite PG he played with

After 18 years in the NBA, Dwight Howard still feels a connection to his original teammates on the Orlando Magic. When reflecting on some of his favorite teammates, Howard singled out Jameer Nelson as his favorite point guard.

Magic Around the Web

Magic's Jalen Suggs leaves court in wheelchair, but the injury may not be as bad as it looked  ·  CBSSports.com
Jalen Suggs leaves court in wheelchair, but it appears the injury isn't as bad as it looked  ·  CBSSports.com
Jalen Suggs leaves court in wheelchair with apparent back issue as Magic injuries continue to pile up  ·  CBSSports.com
Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 3
Magic Rely on da Silva, Depth to Handle Raptors for Road Win

Magic Rely on da Silva, Depth to Handle Raptors for Road Win

Every time the Orlando Magic got in front of a microphone over the last 48 hours, they stated their need for quicker starts loud and clear. They wanted to be the ones dictating tempo and physicality, letting their aggression control outcomes rather than giving that liberty to opponents.

NBA News / Field Level Media / January 3
Tristan da Silva (25 points) leads Magic past Raptors

Tristan da Silva (25 points) leads Magic past Raptors

Rookie Tristan da Silva scored a career-best 25 points and was 5-for-7 on 3-point attempts as the visiting Orlando Magic defeated the Toronto Raptors 106-97 on Friday night.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / January 3
Magic Rely on da Silva, Depth to Handle Raptors

Magic Rely on da Silva, Depth to Handle Raptors

Every time the Orlando Magic got in front of a microphone over the last 48 hours, they stated their need for quicker starts loud and clear. They wanted to be the ones dictating tempo and physicality, letting their aggression control outcomes rather than their opponents.

Jalen Suggs News / Larry Brown Sports / January 3
Magic guard Jalen Suggs leaves game in wheelchair after non-contact injury

Magic guard Jalen Suggs leaves game in wheelchair after non-contact injury

Jalen Suggs on Friday needed a wheelchair to leave the court during the Orlando Magic’s game against the Toronto Raptors. Suggs tried to jump a passing lane with about three minutes left in the second quarter at Scotiabank Arena in Toronto, Canada.

NBA News / Yardbarker / January 2
Pistons' Ivey among five injuries that could alter the season

Pistons star Jaden Ivey among five injuries that could alter the season

As the NBA season nears its midway point, injuries continue to take a toll on several of the league's top teams. Here are five injuries that could alter the rest of the 2024-25 NBA season.

Pistons' Jaden Ivey taken off on stretcher after suffering bad leg injury
Ja Morant's injury another test for resurgent Grizzlies
Magic lose another starter, yet make another big comeback
Kings' mishandling of Mike Brown's firing is burdening their star
Knicks win ninth straight, but starters' workload a concern
NBA News / FirstSportz / January 2
Watch: Magic player visibly crying after NBA rival’s horrifying injury is going viral

Watch: Magic player visibly crying after NBA rival’s horrifying injury is going viral

The entire crowd had to look away when Jaden Ivey crumbled to the floor on Wednesday night. An intense matchup between the Orlando Magic and Detroit Pistons took a somber turn during the fourth quarter when Pistons guard Jaden Ivey suffered a devastating leg injury.

NBA News / Athlon Sports / January 1
Cameras Capture Cole Anthony's Emotional Reaction After Collision That Injured Jaden Ivey

Cameras Capture Cole Anthony's Emotional Reaction After Collision That Injured Jaden Ivey

Orlando Magic guard Cole Anthony's reaction was captured during the emotional moment when Detroit Pistons guard Jaden Ivey was stretchered off the court after suffering a severe left leg injury.

NBA News / Larry Brown Sports / January 1
Jaden Ivey taken off on stretcher after suffering injury

Pistons' Jaden Ivey taken off on stretcher after suffering bad leg injury

Former NBA lottery pick Jaden Ivey was taken off the court at Little Caesars Arena in Detroit, Mich., on Wednesday night after suffering a leg injury in his Detroit Pistons’ game against the Orlando Magic.

Scottie Barnes leads Raptors past Nets to end 11-game losing streak
Rockets coach Ime Udoka opens up about Amen Thompson's suspension
Is there a disconnect between Lakers coaching staff, front office?
Early takeaways from Dennis Schroder's start with the Warriors
Warriors' long list of trade targets illustrate desire for additional scoring
Heat star Jimmy Butler's joyous professionalism is refreshing
Magic Johnson News / Basketball Network / December 30
'He trying to soften you up, he going to kill you' - Magic Johnson reveals Michael Jordan's sly strategy he used to dominate through his career

'He trying to soften you up, he going to kill you' - Magic Johnson reveals Michael Jordan's sly strategy he used to dominate through his career

Michael Jordan was not only blessed with phenomenal skills and exceptional athleticism, but he was also a cunning competitor. He could smile and joke around with players from the opposing team and then dominate those very same players once the game began.

Orlando Magic News / Basketball Network / December 26
'You gotta get smart vets' - Penny reveals the key move the Magic need to make to become true title contenders

'You gotta get smart vets' - Penny reveals the key move the Magic need to make to become true title contenders

The Orlando Magic have arguably been the most surprising team in the NBA this season. After losing aces Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner to oblique injuries on separate occasions, many expected the team to be dead in the water.

Orlando Magic News / Hoops Wire / December 24
Magic Pulling Off Historic Comebacks, Showing Heart And Unity Can Take You Places

Magic Pulling Off Historic Comebacks, Showing Heart And Unity Can Take You Places

What a week for the Orlando Magic. In case you missed it, the Magic pulled off one of the wildest comebacks in NBA history on Saturday, storming back from a 22-point deficit to stun the Miami Heat.

Tristan Da Silva News / Yardbarker / December 24
Watch: Magic rookie hits dagger three to down Celtics

Watch: Magic rookie hits dagger three to down Celtics

Thanks to injuries, he has started 20 games for Orlando this season.

Magic lose key reserve to season-ending injury
NBA stars from the Jordan era you may have forgotten
The '1994-95 Orlando Magic' quiz

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