Desmond Bane

Desmond Bane filled the stat sheet for the Magic Friday night, dishing out five assists, grabbing five rebounds, and scoring a team-leading 23 points (9-19 FG, 0-3 3PT, 5-5 FT) in a 103-91 loss to the 76ers.

Fantasy Impact

Bane continues a modest stretch on both ends of the floor, finishing with two or more rebounds, three or more assists, and nine or more points in each of his last five games. The guard continues to take advantage of a more impactful role as part of a versatile Orlando starting five, averaging 19.0 points, 4.5 assists, and 4.5 rebounds per game to go along with a usage rate of 23.0% so far this season.

Wednesday's overtime victory over Brooklyn saw Bane manage just nine points on 4-of-14 shooting while adding three rebounds, three assists, two steals and one three-pointer across 35 minutes. The first-year Magic guard matched his four made baskets with four turnovers, resulting in a particularly inefficient offensive performance. His limited production in the passing and rebounding departments stood out given the extended playing time in the extra-period contest.

Fantasy Impact

Throughout the season, Bane has experienced inconsistency but has demonstrated the ability to deliver significant offensive output. Friday's matchup with Philadelphia offers an opportunity to rebound from Wednesday's subpar showing and provide stronger fantasy value.

Desmond Bane scored 31 points (12-17 FG, 3-6 3P, 4-4 FT) with six rebounds, six assists, two steals, and a block in the Magic's 135-127 win over the Pacers on Sunday.

Fantasy Impact

Bane bounced back after a down game against the Bulls that saw him score 14 points. In a game that saw three starters put up double-doubles, Bane was not one of them, but he did have 12 Reb+Ast. He's been a strong start as part of the Magic this season, and should continue to be in your lineups.

Desmond Bane has been upgraded to available for Wednesday's game against the Indiana Pacers.

Fantasy Impact

Bane was initially listed as questionable with back spasms, but the issue will not keep him sidelined on Wednesday. He is expected to be in his usual starting role and is averaging 20.9 points, 5.1 rebounds and 4.6 assists over his last 10 games.

Desmond Bane (back) has been listed as questionable for Wednesday's game.

Fantasy Impact

Bane has been dealing with back spasms, leaving his availability for Wednesday's matchup against the Pacers up in the air. If Bane were to sit, Jase Richardson and Tristan Da Silva could see extra court time.