Orlando Magic

Franz Wagner (ankle) is set to miss 2-4 weeks with a left high-ankle sprain. An MRI today revealed the extend of the damage, but on a good note, no structural damage was found in his leg. (Source: Shams Charania via X)

Fantasy Impact: Wagner sustained the injury early in the Magic’s game against the Knicks. The Magic will have to make things work without him, with Desmond Bane, Paolo Banchero, and Jalen Suggs taking on a heavier load for the offense.

In Paolo Banchero’s second game back from a groin injury, he played 24 minutes and finished with 16 points (4-for-11 FG, 3-for-6 3PT, 5-for-6 FT), one rebound and two assists in Sunday’s 106-100 loss to the New York Knicks.

Fantasy Impact: While Banchero hasn’t produced the numbers fantasy managers are used to in his first two games back, averaging 12.5 points, 3.5 rebounds and two assists, patience is warranted, as groin injuries can be tricky and the Orlando Magic are easing him back into action. With Franz Wagner suffering a leg injury on Sunday and his status unclear for Tuesday’s NBA Cup quarterfinal against the Miami Heat, Banchero could be in line for heavy usage.