Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (rest) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Cleveland Cavaliers. The Magic have been eliminated from the postseason, so they will rest all their starters in this game. It's possible that the starters don't play again over the final three games. If that's true, Fultz has rebounded nicely this season after a few injury plagued campaigns. The expectation is that Cole Anthony and Jalen Suggs will play a majority of the point guard minutes with Fultz out.

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz is one of the best stories in the league in terms of rising back to top talent. During their three-point loss to the Phoenix Suns on Thursday, he scored a game-high 25 points to go along with seven rebounds, nine assists, and two steals. He shot 11-for-17 from the floor and went 3-for-3 from the line. In nine-category leagues, his value has gone from being ranked 202 and 253 in the last two seasons respectively, to 83rd this season. He might be quite the popular draft pick in redraft leagues next year.

Orlando Magic point guard Markelle Fultz led his squad with 24 points in Monday's 126-125 loss to Atlanta. His outstanding play helped the team make a late comeback and Fultz even put the Magic up in the final seconds with four straight points, but a pair of clutch free throws from Dejounte Murray tilted the game in Atlanta's favor. Fultz went 11-for-19 overall from the floor with a 2-for-3 record from deep. He missed a double-double by one assist and recorded six rebounds and one steal with two turnovers in 33 minutes. Fultz was very late with his season debut, but he has started to pick up speed and is averaging 15.0 points, 6.0 rebounds and 6.8 assists over the last four contests.

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz posted one of his best games of the season against the Atlanta Hawks on Wednesday. The 24-year-old registered 16 points on 8-for-14 shooting and added seven rebounds, nine assists, four steals, and one block. The efficiency was there, the all-around stats are shining through, and he kept the turnovers to a minimum at just one. Fultz could finally be developing into what everyone hoped he would, but he just has to stay healthy in the process.

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz will start during Saturday's game against the Toronto Raptors. This is a bit surprising after seeing Fultz play 30 minutes during Friday's contest. Clearly, the Magic believe the 24-year-old is healthy enough to play in back-to-back sets. Normally, the Magic would rest or limited the oft-injured guard in this situation. There is no word of Fultz being limited at all for this contest. Fantasy managers should feel comfortable leaving Fultz in their starting lineups for Saturday's slate.

Although Orlando Magic point guard Markelle Fultz (toe) will start in his 2022-2023 debut versus the Atlanta Hawks, the Magic want to ease him into the rotation and plan to stop his play at 15 minutes. With his fractured left toe being the reason why he's missed every game of the season so far, it's understandable to pace him out of the gate. There's no telling what he'll do in 15 minutes of action, but the Hawks aren't the same defensive liability as they've been in years passed, evidenced by their 12th-ranked defensive rating. It's safe to stay away from fantasy or betting scenarios regarding the young point guard.

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (toe) is questionable for Sunday's meeting with Philadelphia. The oft-injured 24-year-old hasn't played yet this season after fracturing his left great toe a few months ago. With injuries to guys like Cole Anthony (oblique), Terrence Ross (illness), and Jalen Suggs (ankle), Fultz may see action if he receives the green light. However, Fultz will probably need some time to work up to full-speed, so fantasy managers shouldn't consider starting him until he proves he's 100%.

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (toe) fractured his left big toe during a workout. Fortunately, he won't need surgery, although he is now in a walking boot and likely to miss training camp, if not longer. The 24-year-old has been plagued by plenty of injuries throughout his career, playing 19 games or less in four of his five years in the league. Fultz already wasn't a popular fantasy option due to his inability to stay healthy, so the latest ailment certainly won't help things. Nevertheless, without a definitive return date for Fultz, Cole Anthony could be more featured than he was predicted heading into the 2022-23 campaign. R.J. Hampton may also get more involved.

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (knee) is not on the injury report ahead of Tuesday's game against the Golden State Warriors. It's the front end of a back-to-back set, so fantasy managers should expect Fultz to suit up here. That means, he'll most likely be out for Wednesday's contest, but at least fantasy managers can get some value out of Fultz. Jalen Suggs (ankle) remains on the sideline, so R.J. Hampton is likely to join the starting five. Although, Fultz is the more reliable and better streaming option for Tuesday's slate.

Orlando Magic point guard Markelle Fultz (knee) has been given the green light to play in Tuesday's game vs. the Suns, but he will be held out for Wednesday's contest against New Orleans. Fultz has been on a strict minutes cap in his first three outings of the year, but he has shot 57.1% overall in that stretch. While he remains on the periphery of season-long viability, he could have some DFS cash lineup appeal Tuesday if Jalen Suggs (ankle) is ultimately held out, thereby opening shot opportunities out of the backcourt. Orlando is unlikely to have Fultz play in both legs of a back-to-back over the final month-plus, but he figures to be a significant member of their guard rotation entering 2022-23.

Orlando Magic point guard Markelle Fultz (knee) has been ruled out for Friday's contest against Toronto as the team eases him back into game action during back-to-backs. Fultz has been wildly efficient in his first two outings of the year, shooting a combined 10-for-13 from the field across 31 minutes of action. While his minutes cap keeps him from DFS and season-long relevance at this stage, his absence paves the way for Cole Anthony and Jalen Suggs to take on larger offensive roles, while R.J. Hampton could see some added run out of the backcourt. Fultz is expected to be a full-go for Saturday's matchup with the Grizzlies.

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (knee) is set to make his 2021-22 debut on Monday when the team faces the Indiana Pacers. According to USA TODAY's Cody Taylor, Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley stated that Fultz would play between 16 and 20 minutes off the bench in Monday's game. Mosley also said that the team would monitor Fultz throughout the game. Fultz has been out since early last season, when he tore his ACL. In Monday's game, he will likely cut into the minutes of backup point guard R.J. Hampton. We should still expect to see a heavy workload for starting guards Cole Anthony and Jalen Suggs.

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (knee) is officially set to make his 2021-22 debut in Monday's game against the Indiana Pacers. Fultz tore his ACL within the first few weeks of last season and he's been working his way back ever since. He'll be on a minutes limit right off the bat, but his return could spell eventual bad news for several fellow Magic guards from a fantasy perspective. He should cut into the workload of either Cole Anthony or Jalen Suggs, or both, once he gets back into the swing more fully. Anthony, Suggs and Fultz are all ball-dominant guards. If they all remain healthy down the stretch this year, things could get a bit messy from a fantasy standpoint.

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (knee) is listed as probable for Monday's game against the Indiana Pacers. This is great news that Fultz can finally take the floor again. However, the Magic are likely to heavily limit Fultz in a lost season. His return will likely mean less minutes for Gary Harris and R.J. Hampton. There probably won't be enough playing time for Fultz to be able to carve out a fantasy role this season. Fantasy managers can keep an eye on him, but the Magic are likely to be cautious with Fultz.

Orlando Magic guard Markelle Fultz (knee) will not be ready for the regular season opener versus the San Antonio Spurs. It doesn't sound like he suffered a setback, but the organization wants to be cautious with their young guard. Fultz had surgery nearly 11 months ago, so it's a bit odd that he's not ready to play yet, There is certainly plenty of upside with Fultz, but the injuries make him a big risk. He'll be a possible late-round option in 12-team formats.

ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — When the Orlando Magic’s hopes of moving up in the NBA draft never materialized, they instead used their picks to select former Gonzaga star Jalen Suggs fifth and German forward Franz Wagner eighth. Owners of two top-eight picks for the first time in franchise history, the Magic had hopes of packaging those selections and moving into the draft’s top four. However, when they failed to find a trade to their liking, the Magic stood pat and chose Suggs and Wagner. “It was a great night for the Magic,” Orlando President of Basketball Operations Jeff Weltman said. “We added two talented, high-character, team-oriented players. It’s not often you get to add, not one, but two of these guys on the same night.” Suggs, the USWBA National Freshman of the Year, famously banked in a winning, half-court shot in the NCAA Final Four semifinal game against UCLA. Suggs was excited to hear that fans at the Magic’s draft party erupted with joy when his name was called at No. 5. “It means... [More]

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ben Simmons clanked one free throw off the back of the rim, so he took a breather, fist-bumped Joel Embiid, paced, walked back to the line and bonked another shot. Hey, the 76ers still led the Hawks by 23 points at that point, Game 5 seemed in the bag, so what’s two missed free throws? Just 1 second in game time later, Simmons was back at the line -- Atlanta using a Hack-A-Ben strategy to its advantage in the playoffs -- and Simmons swished one to the roar of the crowd. Back for the second shot, a 76ers fan wearing a No. 25 Simmons T-shirt simulated proper form from the stands, only to have Simmons knock one off the front of the rim. Yes, a three-time All-Star in the first year of a $177 million max deal received a pity ovation in Philly. Simmons missed a stunning 10 free throws in Game 5 -- and that seemingly insurmountable lead turned into an epic defeat that helped usher the top-seeded Sixers out of the postseason. Fans were devastated, the media pounced and Simmons... [More]

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ben Simmons backed his way to the basket, spun around Danilo Gallinari for the easy look at the net — an uncontested layup, a dunk — and he passed. Passed the ball. Passed on the shot. Passed on the chance to tie the game. Joel Embiid threw up his hands in disbelief. With a chance to tie Game 7 against Atlanta late in the fourth quarter, Simmons surrendered the chance to play postseason hero and fed the ball to Matisse Thybulle. “I just assumed Gallo was coming over my back,” Simmons said. Simmons thought Gallinari would try to foul him — much as the Hawks did throughout the seven-game series victory to reach the Eastern Conference finals — and going to the line in the clutch was a risk the All-Star guard was not willing to take. His free-throw shooting was the poison in the postseason that ultimately knocked out the top-seeded Sixers. Simmons shot 25-for-73 (34%) from the line in the playoffs and missed 27 alone against the Hawks. Unacceptable numbers for any player,... [More]

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Ben Simmons backed his way to the basket, spun around Danilo Gallinari for the easy look at the net — an uncontested layup, a dunk — and he passed. Passed the ball. Passed on the shot. Passed on the chance to tie the game. Joel Embiid threw up his hands in disbelief. With a chance to tie Game 7 against Atlanta late in the fourth quarter, Simmons surrendered the chance to play postseason hero and fed the ball to Matisse Thybulle. “I just assumed Gallo was coming over my back,” Simmons said. Simmons thought Gallinari would try to foul him — much as the Hawks did throughout the seven-game series victory to reach the Eastern Conference finals — and going to the line in the clutch was a risk the All-Star guard was not willing to take. His free-throw shooting was the poison in the postseason that ultimately knocked out the top-seeded Sixers. Simmons shot 25-for-73 (34%) from the line in the playoffs and missed 27 alone against the Hawks. Unacceptable numbers for any player,... [More]

The Orlando Magic's rebuilding project will not include Steve Clifford, with the team and their coach announcing Saturday that his three-year run there is over. Clifford was 96-131 in those three seasons, though that record is a bit misleading given how many injuries the team dealt with this season. Orlando went to the playoffs in 2019 and 2020 under Clifford, its first postseason trips since a run of six straight ended in 2012. But this season was trying in no shortage of ways. Injuries gutted the Magic, and then the team's core — All-Star forward Nikola Vucevic, guard Evan Fournier and forward Aaron Gordon — were all moved at the trade deadline as Orlando went younger and stockpiled draft picks for the rebuild. “It’s the toughest season I’ve ever been through,” Clifford said as the season ended. The team said it was a mutual decision. Orlando was 21-51 this season, and Magic President Jeff Weltman indicated Saturday that Clifford might not have wanted to be part of a long rebuild around... [More]