Suggs chipped in 16 points (6-15 FG, 1-7 3Pt, 3-4 FT), five rebounds, four assists and one block over 29 minutes during Wednesday's 133-124 win over the Heat.
Suggs not only scored in double digits for the first time since returning from injury -- and for the first time since Jan. 2 -- but he also reached the 15-point threshold for the first time since Dec. 13. Even though this game was a step in the right direction, Suggs continues to struggle from an efficiency perspective. He's shooting a mere 32.4 percent from the floor in his three outings since returning from his latest injury, a knee issue that caused him to miss eight games between Jan. 4 and Jan. 22.
Suggs posted four points (2-13 FG, 0-5 3Pt), six assists, five rebounds, two steals and one block over 27 minutes during the Magic's 114-98 loss to the Cavaliers on Monday.
Suggs led the Magic in assists Monday, but the fifth-year point guard struggled mightily from the field during the loss. Part of that disjointed shooting effort could be due to the fact that Suggs has missed 15 of the Magic's last 19 games due to hip and knee injuries, so more consistent playing time moving forward should help with his rhythm.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Hands out six assists in return
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Suggs (knee) chipped in nine points (3-6 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six assists and one rebound across 24 minutes in Saturday's 119-105 loss to the Cavaliers.
Suggs looked sharp in his return from an eight-game absence due to a right knee MCL contusion, bringing added playmaking and gritty defense to the Magic's first unit. While he's missed extensive time this season, Suggs has still been highly productive on a per-game basis, averaging 14.8 points, 4.7 assists, 3.5 rebounds, 1.9 three-pointers, 1.8 steals and 0.5 blocks in 25.3 minutes while shooting 47.1 percent from the field and 86.1 percent from the charity stripe.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Starting in return
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Suggs is part of the starting lineup for Saturday's game against Cleveland.
Suggs is coming off an eight-game absence due to an MCL contusion, but the guard will reclaim his spot in the starting lineup. He's averaging 25.4 minutes per game this season, and it looks like he'll have little (or no) limitations Saturday.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Officially cleared to play
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Suggs (knee) is available for Saturday's game against Cleveland.
Suggs will make his return from an eight-game absence due to a right knee MCL contusion. The 24-year-old guard has started in all 23 appearances this season, averaging 15.0 points, 4.7 assists, 3.7 rebounds and 1.9 steals across 25.4 minutes. However, he could have his minutes monitored after missing multiple weeks of action.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Expected to play Saturday
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Suggs is probable for Saturday's game against Cleveland with a right knee MCL contusion.
Suggs is on the cusp of ending an eight-game absence with the issue. It's possible the guard will have a minutes restriction and perhaps even come off the bench in his expected return, though Suggs' presence figures to eat into the playing time of Anthony Black at point guard. Over his last 10 appearances, Suggs has averaged 15.9 points, 4.7 assists, 3.4 rebounds and 2.3 steals in 27.3 minutes per game.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Won't play Thursday
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Suggs (knee) will not play Thursday against the Hornets, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Suggs will miss his eighth game in a row Thursday. Head coach Jamahl Mosley said Suggs responded well to Wednesday's practice, so it sounds like a return is on the horizon. His next chance to play comes Saturday against the Cavaliers.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Could play Thursday
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Suggs (knee) is listed questionable for Thursday's game against the Hornets.
After missing the Magic's last seven games due to a right knee MCL contusion, Suggs could have a chance at playing Thursday as Orlando resumes play stateside following a two-game trip to Europe last week. Though Suggs will likely operate with a minutes restriction if he's upgraded to available, Anthony Black's playing time at point guard will likely take a hit.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Not playing Sunday
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Suggs (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies in London, England, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Suggs will miss a seventh consecutive game due to a right knee MCL contusion. The Magic's next game after Sunday will take place Thursday against the Hornets, so the fifth-year guard will have additional time to recover. Anthony Black, Tyus Jones and Jase Richardson will continue to serve in elevated roles in Suggs' absence.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Will remain out Thursday
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Suggs (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Grizzlies in Berlin.
Suggs will miss a sixth straight game due to a right knee MCL contusion, and he's made only two appearances since Dec. 13. The point guard doesn't have a return date, but the Magic continue to treat him as day-to-day. His next chance to suit up will come Sunday in a rematch in Memphis.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Still sidelined
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Suggs (knee) has been ruled out for Sunday's game against the Pelicans.
Suggs will miss a fifth consecutive contest due to a bruised right knee. The 24-year-old guard has immediately been ruled out for three consecutive games, so a return doesn't appear imminent. His next chance to play will come Thursday against New Orleans.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Doubtful for Tuesday
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Suggs (knee) is doubtful for Tuesday's game against the Wizards.
Suggs appears likely to miss his second straight contest. He hasn't returned to practice yet, so a return Wednesday against the Nets seems improbable as well.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Diagnosed with MCL contusion
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Suggs was diagnosed with a Grade 1 MCL contusion in his right knee following the Magic's 121-114 loss to the Bulls on Friday. He won't play in Sunday's game against the Pacers, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
There isn't a clear timeline for Suggs' return, as it will depend on how his knee reacts to treatment. However, a Grade 1 injury typically doesn't carry a long recovery timeline, so he can be considered day-to-day unless the Magic say otherwise. With Suggs ruled out for Sunday, Tyus Jones and Tristan da Silva are the top candidates to enter the Magic's starting five, while Jase Richardson will likely see a bump in playing time off the bench.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Questionable to return Friday
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Suggs is questionable to return to Friday's game against the Bulls due to a right knee strain.
Suggs suffered the knee injury in the third quarter, and he's questionable to return to action in the fourth. If the point guard is unable to return, expect Tyus Jones and Jase Richardson to see more playing time in the backcourt next to Anthony Black.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Collects three steals in return
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Suggs (hip) tallied 11 points (4-11 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-3 FT), three rebounds, three assists and three steals across 25 minutes in Wednesday's 112-110 win over the Pacers.
Suiting up for the first time since Dec. 13 following a seven-game absence due to a left hip contusion, Suggs reclaimed his spot in the starting five but operated with a slight minutes restriction. A 46.6 percent shooter from the field for the season, Suggs exhibited some rustiness on the offensive end, but he was able to offset his shooting woes to some degree by delivering three steals in his return. The Magic will likely monitor Suggs' playing time carefully over the next few games, but he should eventually settle into a near-30-minute role once the hip issue is further in the rear-view mirror.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Questionable against Indiana
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Suggs (hip) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Pacers.
Suggs is trying to end a seven-game absence with a left hip contusion. Tyus Jones would likely continue to start at point guard if Suggs is unable to gain clearance for action, which should be determined closer to Wednesday's tipoff at 3:00 p.m. ET.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Doubtful for Monday
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Suggs (hip) is listed as doubtful for Monday's game against the Raptors.
Suggs is expected to miss his seventh consecutive contest due to a left hip contusion. If the 24-year-old point guard remains on the shelf, Tyus Jones will likely continue to start, while Jase Richardson should see increased burn off the bench.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Won't play Saturday
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Suggs (hip) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.
As expected, Suggs will miss his sixth consecutive contest due to a left hip contusion, and his next opportunity to play will come Monday against the Raptors. With the 24-year-old point guard out, Tyus Jones and Jase Richardson should continue to see increased burn.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Unlikely to play Saturday
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Suggs (hip) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.
Suggs is expected to miss his sixth consecutive contest due to a left hip contusion he sustained in a loss to the Knicks on Dec. 13. If the 24-year-old point guard is ultimately ruled out, Tyus Jones and Jase Richardson should continue to see increased burn.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Out again Friday
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Suggs (hip) won't play Friday against the Hornets.
No surprise here, as Suggs was previously considered doubtful. Tyus Jones and Jase Richardson are expected to continue seeing increased burn with Suggs sidelined. Additionally, his chances of appearing Saturday against Denver don't look good either.
