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Why Magic miss Franz Wagner on the court

Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner is recovering from his high ankle sprain so that he can return as soon as possible for the team. The Magic certainly missed Wagner's presence on the court as the team has gone 2-2 since he suffered an injury against the New York Knicks earlier this month.

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Paolo Banchero still struggling in key aspect

Paolo Banchero is a star, but he is far from a finished product, especially as an offensive player. So far this season Banchero is averaging 20.9/8.4/4.4 this season while shooting 43.9% from the field.

Desmond Bane News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 21

Desmond Bane proving to be worth massive price Orlando Magic paid to land him

The Orlando Magic’s acquisition of Desmond Bane was polarizing. Some felt a package that included so much draft capital was too much. Following Bane’s slow start over the first 10 or so games in a Magic uniform, those people thumped their chest.

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The 'Youngest 40-point NBA games' quiz

How many of the NBA players to score at least 40 points in a game before turning 21 years old can you name in six minutes?

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Which NBA teams have the best Christmas Day records?

Christmas and the NBA go hand-in-hand. The day serves for the top hoops league in the world, like Thanksgiving for the NFL. However, while the Detroit Lions and Dallas Cowboys are perpetual Thanksgiving participants, the NBA has mixed up the matchups and the teams throughout the years.

NBA News / Field Level Media / December 21

Jazz rally from 19 down to force OT, but Magic prevail

Desmond Bane drove for a go-ahead layup with 0.9 seconds left to lift the Orlando Magic to a 128-127 overtime victory over the host Utah Jazz on Saturday night.

Lauri Markkanen News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 20

How Paolo's Magic can turn down volume of Markkanen's Jazz tonight

.The 15-12 Orlando Magic continue their road trip with a visit to Utah to play the 10-16 Jazz. Utah has won two of their last four games, finding a way

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 20

Franz Wagner, Jalen Suggs injuries could trigger Magic to push panic button

The Orlando Magic are dealing with the injury bug once again after Franz Wagner and Jalen Suggs have gone down with a high ankle sprain and a hip contusion, respectively.

Paolo Banchero News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 20

Paolo Banchero can fix Magic's biggest issue

The Orlando Magic have been dealt a difficult but familiar hand so far this season. Last year, both Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner were dealing with injuries, and that has persisted in the 2025-26 campaign.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 20

Paolo Banchero's triple double not enough, and more from Nuggets-Magic

The Denver Nuggets got the best of the Orlando Magic on Thursday night, 126-115. It marks the Magic's third loss over their last four games. What were a few of our takeaways?!

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 18

Magic duo ranks top 10 in telling defensive statistic

The Magic currently boast the league's 6th best defense with their 112.1 net rating. The Magic's defense has been the backbone of their success over the last few seasons with it being Jamahl Mosley's focus.

NBA News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 18

How the Orlando Magic can contain Nikola Jokic's Nuggets

The 15-11 Orlando Magic visit the 19-6 Denver Nuggets in Orlando's first game back on the regular season grind after bowing out of the NBA Cup Semi Finals.

Orlando Magic News / NBA Draft on SI / December 18

Orlando Magic Should Grant Rookie Guard More Burn

Despite dealing with several notable injuries, the Orlando Magic have seemingly righted the ship this season. They started out just 1-4, unable to find a rhythm with new addition Desmond Bane signed on.

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NBA News / Field Level Media / December 17

Thriving despite key injuries, Magic and Nuggets face off

The Orlando Magic have dealt with significant injuries, yet still sit tied for fourth place in the Eastern Conference. They will have to continue without key players when they open a tough four-game road trip against the Denver Nuggets on Thursday night.

NBA News / The SportsRush / December 17

Byron Scott: Magic Johnson is the GOAT Point Guard, Not Steph Curry

The debate over the greatest point guard in NBA history always seems to come back to two names: Magic Johnson and Steph Curry. Magic set the standard for what a floor general looked like, using his size, vision, and flair to run the Showtime Lakers to five titles.

Orlando Magic News / Orlando Magic on SI / December 17

NBA Cup has shaped Magic for the better

The Orlando Magic may not have won the NBA Cup this season, but they are walking away a better team because of the tournament. While they would have rather have beaten the New York Knicks in the semifinal and the San Antonio Spurs in the final, the Magic are a better team after the tournament than they were walking into it.

NBA News / Hoops Wire / December 17

NBA Notes: Sixers, Kelly Oubre Jr, Magic, Tyus Jones, Thunder

Philadelphia is operating about $1 million below the first apron, and the question is whether depth matters more than savings. ESPN’s Bobby Marks points to Kelly Oubre Jr.

Jalen Suggs News / NBA on ClutchPoints / December 16

Magic guard Jalen Suggs’ defiant outlook after latest injury setback

As the Orlando Magic prepare to begin a four-game road trip, guard Jalen Suggs struck a composed and resolute tone while addressing his latest injury setback.

Jalen Suggs News / EssentiallySports / December 15

Jalen Suggs Injury Update: Latest on Magic Star’s Status and Return Timeline

The Orlando Magic cannot seem to catch a break from injuries at the moment. The storied franchise, which is off to a solid 15-11 start this season, has already lost its star forward, Franz Wagner, because of an ankle sprain for several weeks.

Orlando Magic News / Sneakers on SI / December 15

Adidas Signs Franz and Moritz Wagner to Sneaker Deals

Orlando Magic teammates and brothers, Franz Wagner and Moritz Wagner, have officially new sneaker deals with adidas. While Moritz has not yet played a game this season, Franz has worn adidas throughout the season.

Jalen Suggs News / Hoops Rumors / December 14

Jalen Suggs Leaves NBA Cup Game With Hip Injury

Magic guard Jalen Suggs engaged in a scoring battle with Knicks star Jalen Brunson during the first half of Saturday’s NBA Cup semifinals matchup, but pain forced him out of the game after he hurt his hip in the third quarter, writes Tim Bontemps of ESPN.

Orlando Magic News / Field Level Media / December 8

Magic F Franz Wagner could miss weeks with ankle injury

Orlando Magic star forward Franz Wagner was diagnosed with a left high ankle sprain on Monday, one day after taking a spill early in a game against the New York Knicks.

Paolo Banchero News / Hoops Rumors / December 5