Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) will suit up for Friday's game in Philly. He's missed the last two games because of a sprained right ankle and was riding a questionable tag heading into this one. But Orlando is looking to clinch the Southeast division, which is incentive enough for Wagner to return. Nonetheless, with F. Wagner back in the mix, Moritz Wagner and Jonathan Isaac will likely see fewer than 20 minutes each, lowering their ceilings for DFS purposes.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) remains listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Wagner has missed two consecutive games due to a right ankle sprain, and his status remains uncertain for Friday's crucial matchup in helping decide Eastern Conference playoff seeding. Head coach Jamahl Mosley has turned to Markelle Fultz in his starting backcourt in the last two contests Wagner has missed. Over his past four games that Wagner has been sidelined dating back to January, Fultz is averaging a modest 10.3 points on 51.3% shooting from the floor, 2.8 rebounds, 1.8 assists, and 1.2 steals in 27.5 minutes and isn't the most attractive option from a DFS perspective.

Orlando Magic guard/forward Franz Wagner has been ruled out for a second consecutive game on Wednesday versus Milwaukee. He was initially listed as questionable for the contest. Jonathan Isaac and Joe Ingles have a chance to see more action with Wagner out of the lineup. Isaac is the stronger fantasy option, and he's coming off an impressive 22-minute outing against Houston. The 26-year-old registered 10 points, eight rebounds, a pair of steals, and a block on Tuesday. However, due to his injury history, there's a chance Isaac will see limited action in Wednesday's matchup.

Orlando Magic guard/forward Franz Wagner (ankle) has been downgraded to out for Tuesday's matchup against Houston. After Wagner hurt his right ankle on Sunday versus Chicago, there was hope of him being available for the contest when he took part in the morning shootaround, but the team has now officially ruled him out. Joe Ingles will likely play a larger part in the rotation without Wagner, although he's been unproductive throughout the season, and fantasy managers should look elsewhere.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) was on the court during shootaround putting up shots ahead of Tuesday's tilt against the Houston Rockets. It renders Wagner closer to probable than questionable with a sprained right ankle for Tuesday's action, but his status could still come down to a game-time decision based on pregame warmups. The 46-32 Magic could choose to exercise caution with the 22-year-old former first-round pick with an eye toward the postseason, considering Wagner also sustained a right ankle sprain back in January. More would be asked of Joe Ingles if Wagner is out against the Rockets, but the veteran marksman has only put up 8.0 points, 4.0 assists. 1.5 rebounds, 1.0 steals, and 2.0 three-pointers per contest in four games without Wagner this year. Houston is also allowing the fourth-fewest DraftKings points to opposing small forwards.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) is questionable for Tuesday's game against the Houston Rockets. After Wagner exited during the third quarter of Sunday's win over the visiting Chicago Bulls, an MRI confirmed a sprained right ankle following the contest. It's worth noting that Wagner missed eight games back in January due to the same injury, so the 46-32 Magic could opt to exercise caution with the 22-year-old former first-round pick with the playoffs on the horizon. Joe Ingles would be in line for an expanded role and uptick in fantasy value if Wagner can't play for Orlando on Tuesday, but the veteran sharpshooter averaged only 8.0 points, 4.0 assists. 1.5 rebounds, 1.0 steals, and 2.0 three-pointers in four games without Wagner earlier in 2023-24. Houston is giving up the fourth-fewest DraftKings points to opposing small forwards as well.

Orlando Magic guard/forward Franz Wagner sprained his left ankle on Sunday versus Chicago and had to make an early exit. He was limited to 20 minutes, scoring 16 points on 5-for-10 shooting and notching four rebounds with three assists and one steal. X-rays on Wagner's ankle were negative, but he might still have to spend some time on the sidelines. Orlando gets back to work on Tuesday against Houston, with Joe Ingles possibly getting a bigger role in Wagner's absence. The Australian veteran has struggled to put up fantasy value in 2023-24. Cole Anthony and Anthony Black could also get extra action, with the former the more attractive fantasy option.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) is not seen on Monday's injury report ahead of the action against the Cleveland Cavaliers. Wagner made his return on Sunday from an eight-game absence due to an ankle sprain, rejoining the starting group with 19 points in 28 minutes during the 105-87 victory over the Miami Heat. Cleared to suit up on the second half of the squad's back-to-back set, the 22-year-old former first-rounder has been a well-rounded fantasy asset as Orlando's secondary ball handler alongside rising star Paolo Banchero. Wagner is returning top-60 numbers in nine-category leagues on averages of 20.8 points, 5.7 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.4 treys, and 1.1 steals in 33.2 minutes over 35 games amid his third season in the league, and he belongs in all season-long lineups despite a tough matchup versus Cleveland.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (calf) is questionable to play in Sunday's matchup with the Miami Heat. The 22-year-old is averaging a career-high 20.9 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists this season. However, he strained his calf in a meeting with the Sacramento Kings on January 3, so the team has been without their second-leading scorer for a few weeks. Of course, there's a chance Wagner could log fewer minutes than usual in his first game back. But his limited workload could be enough to lessen the production of Paolo Banchero, Jalen Suggs, and others.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) has been downgraded from questionable to out for Friday's game against the Philadelphia 76ers. Friday's matchup will rise the tally to an eighth straight absence for Wagner with a sprained right ankle, but head coach Jamahl Mosley expected the former first-rounder to be back "sooner than later" as of Wednesday. Wagner has not resumed contact work, however, and the Magic will continue to evaluate him on a day-to-day basis. The 22-year-old German wing aims to suit back up during Sunday's Southeast Division battle against the Miami Heat. Caleb Houstan is trending down despite his regular inclusion in Orlando's starting group with Wagner sidelined, but Chuma Okeke is worth a look in deep fantasy leagues for his ability to chip in across the board and stabilize each category.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) will remain sidelined for the seventh game in a row on Wednesday against the Atlanta Hawks. A sprained right ankle suffered on Jan. 3 continues to keep Wagner out, and it remains unclear if he is practicing in any capacity. The versatile Wagner hopes to return when Orlando returns from a four-game road trip on Friday versus the Philadelphia 76ers. With Gary Harris (calf) joining Wagner on the shelf, Chuma Okeke is a candidate to stay in head coach Jamahl Mosley's starting lineup alongside Caleb Houstan on Wednesday. Since neither forward has particularly benefitted from Wagner's absence, the Magic will continue to lean on Paolo Banchero as their top playmaker and creator. Over Banchero's last seven games since Jan. 7, the 2022-23 Rookie of the Year is collecting 27.6 points, 7.0 rebounds, 5.7 assists, 1.3 steals, and 1.9 three-pointers in 38.7 minutes per contest.

Orlando Magic guard/forward Franz Wagner (ankle) will miss a sixth game in a row Monday versus the Knicks. He continues to deal with a right ankle sprain suffered on Jan. 3 in a game against Sacramento. Wagner's injury has helped Chuma Okeke and Caleb Houstan break into the starting five. Both players have had a couple of good performances, but they remain risky choices for fantasy managers.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) remains sidelined for Saturday's game versus OKC. The third-year man out of Michigan has played well this season, averaging 20.9 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists, the highest marks of his career. However, he suffered a sprained ankle in the January 3 meeting with the Golden State Warriors, meaning he'll be sidelined for a fifth consecutive game on Saturday night. With Markelle Fultz (knee), Wendell Carter Jr. (knee), Gary Harris (calf), and Joe Ingles (ankle) unavailable, the door is open for others to benefit. Of course, Paolo Banchero, Jalen Suggs, and Cole Anthony should remain the team's top-scoring contributors. Yet, ... [More]

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) will remain on the sidelines for Friday's game against the Miami Heat. Wagner sprained his right ankle in last Wednesday's contest, and Friday will mark his fourth straight absence. The 22-year-old three-level scorer is averaging career-high figures in his third season with 20.9 points, 5.9 rebounds, 3.9 assists, 1.1 steals, and 85.2% shooting from the free-throw line over 34 outings as Orlando's No. 2 scoring option behind Paolo Banchero, and he would appear to be on the wrong side of questionable for Saturday's tilt against the Oklahoma City Thunder. Caleb Houstan and Chuma Okeke have been the clear fantasy beneficiaries of Wagner's absence in terms of playing time, with the former sinking multiple three-pointers for the Magic in each of his past five appearances.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Minnesota Timberwolves. This will be his third consecutive missed game after not missing a single game prior. The Michigan product sprained his ankle on January 3 against the Sacramento Kings when he was only five minutes into the game. They've been able to squeak out two wins while he's been out, but Wagner's offensive abilities are missed. There still isn't a firm timetable for his return, so fantasy managers will have to stay tuned to see if his status is upgraded for the next game. In the meantime, Caleb Houstan and Chuma Okeke will see some extra minutes. Houstan is likely the better streaming option for managers in need.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) is out again for Sunday's game against Atlanta. The 22-year-old tweaked his ankle in Wednesday's double-overtime meeting with the Sacramento Kings and didn't play on Friday versus Denver. Chuma Okeke got the start in his place, finishing with seven rebounds, three points, one steal, and one block. Of course, without Wagner on the floor, Jalen Suggs, Paolo Banchero, and Cole Anthony should remain the primary scoring options, with the trio accounting for 82 of Orlando's 122 team points on Friday.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (ankle) won't play on Friday against Denver. The 22-year-old logged five minutes in Wednesday's double-overtime loss to the Sacramento Kings before exiting with a sprained ankle, finishing with six points. However, he'll now miss his first game of the year, although there's a chance his absence could extend beyond Friday's meeting with the defending champs. Fortunately, Paolo Banchero, who also tweaked his ankle versus the Kings, isn't on the injury report, which will lessen the blow caused by Wagner's absence. At the same time, Cole Anthony (quadriceps) and Jalen Suggs should see an uptick on the scoring end, with guys like Moritz Wagner, Anthony Black, and Wendell Carter Jr. expected to get more involved.

Orlando Magic guard/forward Franz Wagner played only five minutes in Wednesday's double-overtime thriller against Sacramento, exiting early with a right ankle sprain. Wagner finished the contest with six points and two rebounds. He's been a key man all year of the Magic, with averages of 20.9 points, 5.9 rebounds, and 3.9 assists. X-rays on Wagner's ankle came back clean, but he could still miss some time. Caleb Houstan and Chuma Okeke saw extra action without Wagner on Wednesday. Orlando returns to action on Friday in a matchup versus Denver.

Orlando Magic guard/forward Franz Wagner is seen as the biggest breakout candidate of the 2023-24 season in a poll that HoopsHype ran among 25 NBA executives. The 22-year-old German talent received 34.4 percent of the votes from the maximum possible amount, beating out Detroit's Cade Cunningham (32.8 percent) and Houston's Jalen Green (22.4 percent). Wagner already made a big leap last season, going from a 15-point scorer to a player who averaged close to 19 points a night. He's a versatile player who can make an impact all over the court and is already a top-tier fantasy piece ahead of his third season.

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner played co-star yet again in the FIBA World Cup Final as he helped Germany earn a gold medal against Serbia on Sunday. The 22-year-old ended the game with 19 points on 4-for-11 shooting while adding seven rebounds, two assists, and three steals. Wagner only played one game in the first and second round of the tournament and then played all three of the knockout stage contests. He averaged 19 points throughout the knockout stages and produced some big plays for the German team down the stretch to push them to victory.