Magic's Franz Wagner: Makes most of limited minutes
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Wagner ended with 13 points (6-15 FG, 1-2 3Pt), six rebounds, six assists and two steals in 25 minutes during Sunday's 108-85 loss to Dallas.
Wagner was limited to just 25 minutes in Sunday's loss due to the nature of the contest -- it was a blowout by the time the third quarter started -- and Orlando ended up being limited to a season-low 85 points. Wagner started the season on a tear but has been trending in the wrong direction lately. He's failed to reach the 20-point mark in four games in a row, averaging 11.0 points per game despite shooting 42.6 percent from the field in that span. The Magic need more out of the fourth-year forward, especially with Paolo Banchero (oblique) sidelined for an extended period.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Balanced showing in loss
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Wagner finished with 17 points (8-19 FG, 0-2 3Pt, 1-3 FT), eight rebounds, six assists and one steal over 30 minutes during Friday's 120-109 loss to the Cavaliers.
Wagner did a little bit of everything for Orlando both offensively and on the glass, ending Friday's contest second among Magic players in scoring and assists while hauling in a team-high-tying rebound total. Wagner posted his first double-digit outing in his last three contests, and he has tallied at least 15 points, four rebounds and four assists in three appearances.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Officially deemed available
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Wagner (illness) is available for Friday's matchup against the Cavaliers.
The forward played a limited role over Orlando's last two matchups (34 total minutes) due to the illness. However, with Paolo Banchero (oblique) out, Wagner is expected to return as the Magic's top offensive option. Through five regular-season outings, Wagner has averaged 17.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.8 steals-plus-blocks while shooting 51.6 percent from the field across 26.0 minutes per game. The 23-year-old has also scored 20-plus points in three games thus far.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Expected to suit up Friday
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Coach Jamahl Mosley said Wagner (illness) is "feeling better," and he is expected to play in Friday's game against the Cavaliers, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
The 23-year-old played a limited role over the last two matchups due to the illness. However, with Paolo Banchero (oblique) out, Wagner is expected to return as the top option. Through five regular-season outings, Wagner has averaged 17.8 points, 4.2 rebounds, 3.4 assists and 1.8 combined steals-plus-blocks while shooting 51.6 percent from the field across 26.0 minutes per game.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Battling illness
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Head coach Jamahl Mosley said Wednesday that Wagner was feeling "a little under the weather" during Orlando's 102-99 loss to Chicago on Wednesday, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel. Wagner exited with 10:35 left in the fourth quarter and did not return.
Wagner also exited Monday's game against the Pacers early with an illness, so the sickness isn't a new issue. Wagner logged seven points (3-8 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-1 FT), four assists, three rebounds, a steal and a block across 23 minutes before leaving. He'll have a day to recover before Orlando travels to Cleveland to face the Cavaliers on Friday.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Goes to locker room
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Wagner went back to the locker room during Wednesday's game against the Bulls, Mason Williams of SI.com reports.
Wagner checked out of the contest early in the fourth quarter and headed back to the locker room with an undisclosed injury. While he's absent, Jett Howard, Gary Harris and Caleb Houstan could see more action.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Not listed on injury report
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Wagner (illness) isn't listed on the injury report ahead of Wednesday's game against the Bulls.
Wagner attempted to play through the illness Monday but lasted only 11 minutes, posting seven points (3-5 FG), one rebound, one assist and one steal before he was shut down. However, it appears the forward is feeling better and should be full go for Wednesday. Wagner averaged 25.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.7 steals in 32.0 minutes over Orlando's first three regular-season games.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Won't return Monday
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Wagner (illness) has been ruled out for the rest of Monday's game against the Pacers.
Wagner was questionable for Monday's game due to an illness, but he was able to suit up after going through pregame warmups. However, he was on the bench to begin the second half and will not return to the game. He'll end his night with seven points, one rebound, one assist and one steal across 11 minutes. Gary Harris, Anthony Black and Cole Anthony should all see increased work while Wagner is sidelined.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Good to go vs. Pacers
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Wagner (illness) is available to play against Indiana on Monday.
An illness had Wagner tagged as a game-time decision, but the 2021 first-round pick is good to go for Monday's contest. Through the first three games of the regular season, Wagner is averaging 25.0 points, 5.7 rebounds, 4.0 assists and 1.7 steals across 32.0 minutes per game.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Dealing with illness
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Wagner is questionable for Monday's game against the Pacers due to an illness.
Wagner was a late addition to the injury report, which doesn't bode well for his availability Monday. He joins Goga Bitadze (foot), Jonathan Isaac (hip) and Tristan da Silva (illness) as questionable, so the Magic may be extremely shorthanded versus Indiana.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Puts up 23 points in debut
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Wagner produced 23 points (10-16 FG, 3-6 3Pt), four rebounds, four assists, one block and two steals over 23 minutes during Wednesday's 116-97 victory over Miami.
Wagner and Paolo Banchero were the offensive spark plugs for the Magic, a scenario that should repeat itself frequently this season. Wagner his career highs in all major categories during his third season, and his fantasy stock is certainly trending upward. He connected on 50 percent of his three-point attempts in the win, which is encouraging considering his difficulties beyond the arc. last season.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Workload to be limited Wednesday
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Wagner is "expected to play around 16 minutes" during Wednesday's preseason game against San Antonio, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Wagner, Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs are each expected to fall in the 16-to-20 minute range Wednesday. Wagner provided eight points (2-8 FG, 4-6 FT), three rebounds and one assist in 20 minutes during Orlando's preseason opener Monday.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Team-high 18 points in Olympic loss
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Wagner chipped in 18 points (5-14 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), nine rebounds, four assists and three steals across 36 minutes in Germany's 93-83 loss to Serbia in the bronze medal game of the Paris Olympics on Saturday.
Wagner led Germany in points, rebounds and steals, but it was not enough to propel the squad to victory against Nikola Jokic and Serbia. The 22-year-old served as Germany's top option throughout the Paris Olympics, during which he averaged 18.5 points, 5.8 rebounds, 2.5 assists and 2.0 steals across 32.2 minutes over six Olympic appearances. However, Wagner did struggle from beyond the arc, as he shot only 20 percent from deep during the Olympics.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Nears double-double in loss
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Wagner recorded 10 points (4-10 FG, 2-6 3Pt), eight rebounds, three assists and two steals across 30 minutes during Thursday's 73-69 semifinal loss to France.
Wagner was Germany's second-leading scorer behind Dennis Schroder (18 points). It was a solid all-around performance from Wagner, but the team will ultimately need to fight for a bronze medal.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Shines in win over France
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Wagner recorded 26 points (8-15 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 8-8 FT) for Germany in Friday's 85-71 win over France.
Wagner continues to thrive for Germany in the Olympics, and he co-led the team in scoring in this huge win against the host nation. Wagner has surpassed the 20-point mark in two of his three Olympic appearances thus far, and he should remain a steady source of offensive stats in the knockout rounds.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Struggles from deep in Olympic win
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Wagner totaled 17 points (7-15 FG, 0-6 3Pt, 3-4 FT), four rebounds, four steals, three assists and one block across 31 minutes in Germany's 86-73 win over Brazil in the Paris Olympics on Tuesday.
Aside from a disastrous second quarter, Germany's stars were stellar on the defensive end with Wagner and Dennis Schroder combining for eight steals compared to only seven for Brazil. However, Wagner's three-point shooting has been an issue in the group phase thus far. The 22-year-old shot just 2-for-8 from deep Saturday against Japan, and he has shot a combined 2-for-14 now through two games. His poor shooting from deep has yet to stop the forward from racking up points, as he has still averaged 20 per game in the group stage. Wagner and Germany will be moving on to the quarterfinals after the group phase, and the squad will likely need him to step up from range if they are going to compete for a medal in the Paris Olympics.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Game-high 22 points in win
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Wagner racked up 22 points (9-17 FG, 2-8 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds, one assist and one block across 26 minutes in Germany's 97-77 win over Japan in the Paris Olympics on Saturday.
Wagner served as Germany's top option Saturday, and while he struggled from beyond the arc, he still had a great outing in a blowout victory. The 22-year-old will likely be tasked with leading Germany's Olympic run, and he will continue to get his fair share of looks on the offensive side of the ball. Wagner is coming off a career-best season with the Magic, during which he averaged 19.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.1 steals in 32.5 minutes across 72 regular-season appearances.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Leads Germany in scoring Monday
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Wagner accumulated 18 points (6-14 FG, 2-5 3Pt, 4-4 FT), seven rebounds, four assists and three steals across 29 minutes in Germany's 92-88 exhibition game loss to the United States on Monday.
Wagner led Germany in both points and steals Monday, keeping the squad on pace with Team USA in the close loss. The 22-year-old played a game-high 29 minutes, and he will likely continue to do so in the Paris Olympics as he will be expected to help lead Germany to a successful Olympic campaign. Wagner is coming off a career-best year with Orlando, during which he averaged 19.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.1 steals in 32.5 minutes across 72 regular-season appearances.
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Agrees to massive extension
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The Magic signed Wagner to a five-year, $224 million rookie contract extension Friday, Adrian Wojnarowski of ESPN reports.
Wagner's five-year contract extension could be worth up to $269 million if he earns an All-NBA selection. The 22-year-old forward is one of the best young players in the league, averaging 19.7 points, 5.3 rebounds, 3.7 assists and 1.1 steals in 32.5 minutes across 72 regular-season appearances in 2023-24. Wagner and Paolo Banchero have established themselves as Orlando's building blocks, as the Magic's 47-35 record from last season was the franchise's best since the 2010-11 campaign (52-30).
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Magic's Franz Wagner: Perfect from line in victory
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Wagner amassed 26 points (7-16 FG, 1-5 3Pt, 11-11 FT), five rebounds, two assists, two blocks and one steal in 42 minutes during Friday's 103-96 win over the Cavaliers in Game 6 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs.
Wagner went a perfect 11-of-11 from the line, helping the Magic to an impressive Game 6 victory. It was another strong performance by Wagner, who continues to develop into a key piece for Orlando. Game 7 will take place Sunday, with both teams vying for a second-round berth against the high-flying Celtics.
