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ORL • Small Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wagner has appeared in only two games since suffering a high left ankle sprain during a December 7 game against the Knicks. Getting him back will give Orlando a much-needed boost on the playmaking front. With Wagner already out for Thursday’s game against the Nets, the next opportunity for him to play would be on Saturday against the Jazz. While Anthony Black may be the player who heads to the bench, he’s worth holding onto in 12-team leagues.
Source: Jason Beede
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Herro has been out since January 15, which is the last time the Heat faced the Celtics. The guard has not been given a timeline by team doctors, and given the time Herro has already missed, fantasy managers should consider him week-to-week. Pelle Larsson has been the replacement in the starting lineup, and he’s worth considering as a deep-league streamer.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wiggins is good to go after missing Tuesday’s loss to the Hawks with left hamstring tightness. He’ll occupy his usual place in the Heat starting lineup on Friday, with Simone Fontecchio heading back to the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell has rejoined the Heat after missing the last three games for personal reasons. With Andrew Wiggins (hamstring) also available, Myron Gardner and Simone Fontecchio will be headed back to the bench. Of the two, Fontecchio’s path to maintaining some semblance of fantasy relevance is more straightforward.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Small Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wagner is set to miss his eighth game in a row with left high ankle sprain injury management. While there’s no clear timetable for his return, his next chance to play will come Saturday against the Jazz. Anthony Black will remain in the starting lineup until Wagner is ready to play.
ORL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #4
about 1 month ago
Suggs was the lone bright spot for the Magic as they lost by 36 points to the Thunder on Tuesday. The 24-year-old point guard was efficient with 20 points on 11 field goal attempts and shot 4-of-8 from behind the three-point line. Suggs has provided seventh-round per game value this season. The Magic will look to bounce back Thursday against the Nets.
MIA • Guard • #11
about 1 month ago
Jaquez Jr. continues to be the one to pick up any slack when the Heat are missing starters. With Tyler Herro (toe), Norman Powell (personal) and Andrew Wiggins (hamstring) all out, the decks were cleared for Jaquez and he had 21 points and eight rebounds in 28 minutes. He’s now had at least 19 points in four of his last six games. Jaquez’ 42 percent roster percentage in Yahoo! leagues should likely increase given his recent play.
MIA • • #
about 1 month ago
Already without Norman Powell for personal reasons, the Heat won’t have Andrew Wiggins for Tuesday’s game, either. As a result, Gardner is in the starting lineup for the second time in three games. In his first start on Saturday, Gardner recorded a double-double. Fontecchio remains in the starting lineup and is worth a look in deep leagues for managers needing three-pointers.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Tuesday’s game is the third that Powell has missed for personal reasons. Simone Fontecchio replaced him in the lineup for Sunday’s win over the Bulls, logging 18 minutes. However, that game was a blowout, so Fontecchio will likely see his minutes increase.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wiggins was a late addition to the injury report with left hamstring tightness. The 30-year-old small forward played through the injury Sunday against the Suns, but will miss Tuesday’s tilt with the Hawks. Expect Jaime Jaquez Jr. to see more minutes with Wiggins sidelined.
MIA • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wiggins continues to deal with left hamstring tightness, and he’s a late addition to Tuesday’s injury report. He played through the injury on Sunday, but if he’s forced to sit out against Atlanta, Jaime Jaquez Jr. could enjoy an expanded role.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell is expected to miss a third straight game, and Simone Fontecchio could see additional run in his absence. Nikola Jović (hip) has been upgraded to available, and Jović could take on expanded opportunities with Powell sidelined.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Small Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
This will be a sixth straight absence for Wagner, and there isn’t much of a timeline for when he’ll return to the lineup, other than to assess things game-by-game. Anthony Black will continue to start in his place.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell has missed the last two games for Miami, but he could return against Atlanta. Myron Gardner started one game, while Simone Fontecchio filled the void in the last one. Powell will occupy the starting spot if he is available to play for the first time since being named an All-Star for the first time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Jović missed Sunday’s game, which didn’t end up having a clear impact on the rotation due to the lopsided score. If he remains out, Simone Fontecchio and Kel’el Ware should take on extra minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Banchero had at least 20 points in 12 of his last 15 games entering play Sunday before settling for 19 points in the loss to the Spurs. The 23-year-old has provided fourth-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Magic have three games upcoming in Week 16, starting with a matchup against the Thunder on Monday.
ORL • Shooting Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Bane has now had at least 20 points in five of his last six games. The 27-year-old shooting guard has provided 14th-overall per game value over the last two weeks. The Magic have three games upcoming in Week 16, starting with a matchup against the defending champion Thunder on Monday.
MIA • Center • #7
about 1 month ago
One positive of a blowout victory, besides the outcome, is that those late-game minutes can serve as a confidence boost for players whose opportunities may have decreased. After playing three minutes in Saturday’s loss to the Bulls, Ware was able to play 18 minutes in the rematch. Given his inconsistent production and playing time, fantasy managers should not read too much into his Sunday night. Hopefully, it will serve as a catalyst for the second-year center.
MIA • Guard • #45
about 1 month ago
Mitchell was back in the Heat lineup after a six-game absence, and if there was a minutes restriction, the Heat didn’t need to enforce it. With Miami winning by 41 points, and it wasn’t that close, Mitchell only played 21 minutes. The Heat have a three-game Week 16 without any back-to-backs; hopefully, that bodes well for Mitchell’s availability.
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
One night removed from losing to the Bulls, Adebayo and the Heat impressively returned the favor. The Heat captain only played 22 minutes in the 132-91 victory, but that was enough time for him to provide fantasy managers with a solid stat line. Adebayo and the Heat play three games in Week 16, starting with the Hawks on Tuesday. The question for Miami is how active they’ll be at the trade deadline, especially with Tyler Herro (ribs) still sidelined.
MIA • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Larsson, who continues to start for the injured Tyler Herro, has scored 20 points or more in two straight and three of his last six games. And the second-year guard has been a solid option in deep leagues, providing top-100 fantasy value over the past two weeks. Larsson, who’s rostered in 16 percent of Yahoo! leagues, will be a worthwhile streamer as long as the Heat are without Herro.
MIA • Forward • #19
about 1 month ago
Mitchell is back in the Heat lineup after an extended absence due to a sprained left shoulder. His return means that Kasparas Jakučionis will come off the bench. The other change is Fontecchio, who replaces Myron Gardner one day after the two-way forward recorded a double-double.
Source: Miami Heat
MIA • Guard • #45
about 1 month ago
Mitchell is back after a six-game absence with a sprained left shoulder. His return likely means that Kasparas Jakučionis will head to the bench, where the rookie offers limited fantasy value.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell is set to miss his second game in a row for personal reasons. Myron Gardner started in his place in Saturday’s loss to the Bulls and had 12 points and 11 rebounds in 23 minutes. Gardner could start again, but Jaime Jaquez Jr. saw the bigger boost with 20 points in 32 minutes off the bench.
MIA • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Jović was initially doubtful for Sunday’s game, so the downgrade in status is not a surprise. Simone Fontecchio may pick up a few additional minutes, while fantasy managers will hope to see more of Kel’el Ware than three minutes of play.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #14
about 1 month ago
Herro did not travel with the Heat during their recently completed road trip, and he also sat out Saturday’s home loss to the Bulls. The Heat have not provided an update on the guard’s availability beyond Sunday’s injury report, but that may come early next week. Pelle Larsson will continue to start, and he’s worth a look in deep leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
about 1 month ago
Having missed Miami’s last six games with a strained left shoulder, Mitchell appears poised to return to action on Sunday. If so, his return would likely push Kasparas Jakučionis to the bench. Whether he starts or comes off the bench, Jakučionis should only be rostered in dynasty leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell was not available for Saturday’s loss to the Bulls for personal reasons. Myron Gardner filled the resulting void in the starting lineup, recording a double-double in his first career start. While that may be enough to get him another start if Powell remains out, Gardner played 23 minutes to Jaime Jaquez Jr.'s 32 on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Due to a right hip impingement, Jović is unlikely to play on Sunday. He logged 15 minutes off the bench in Saturday’s loss to the Bulls, not enough time to have an impact on fantasy basketball. Pelle Larsson, Jaime Jaquez Jr. and Simone Fontecchio are all available; they’ll likely absorb the minutes that would have gone to Jović.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Center-Forward • #13
about 1 month ago
Adebayo shook off an ice-cold stretch to put together an impressive 15-point fourth quarter where he knocked down 6-of-10 shots from the floor, sparking the Heat to a massive comeback effort that came up just short. The 28-year-old big man has delivered his usual blend of scoring and rebounding for fantasy purposes, averaging 18.1 points and 9.8 boards through 42 games. The Heat have a three-game week on tap including matchups against the Hawks, Celtics and Wizards.
MIA • Guard • #9
about 1 month ago
Larsson saw an uptick in creation possessions on a night where both Norman Powell (back) and Tyler Herro (rib) remained absent. He came up with a pair of clutch buckets in the final three minutes as the Heat put together a furious late rally that came up short. The 24-year-old sharpshooter has been red-hot of late, averaging 14.3 points, 7.3 rebounds, 2.8 assists and two steals in four games over the last week. He’s worthy of a speculative roster spot in deeper leagues.
MIA • • #
about 1 month ago
Gardner knocked down a couple shots and grabbed double-digit rebounds to post a double-double during his first career start for the injury-depleted Heat as Kel’el Ware (hamstring) was limited to just three minutes off the bench in this one. The 24-year-old forward can be safely ignored in most fantasy formats.
MIA • • #
about 1 month ago
The Heat won’t have Norman Powell for Saturday’s game, opening up a spot in the starting lineup. The void will be filled by Gardner, a third-year pro who agreed to a two-way deal with the Heat in late July. Powell’s absence raises Larsson and Wiggins’ fantasy ceilings.
Source: Miami Heat
ORL • Small Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wagner will remain out for Sunday’s game, the sixth that he’s missed due to left ankle injury management. Anthony Black will remain in the starting lineup until something changes regarding the Magic forward.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #45
about 1 month ago
Saturday’s game will be the sixth consecutive game that Mitchell has missed with a strained left shoulder. Rookie Kasparas Jakučionis has been the replacement in the starting lineup, and that will likely remain the case on Saturday.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Banchero had scored a combined 68 points in his last two games entering play Friday, but took a backseat to Desmond Bane when it came to scoring against the Raptors. The 23-year-old power forward still had a full stat line and came just one rebound and four assists away from a triple-double. Banchero has provided sixth-round per game value over the last two weeks. He’ll have another chance for a big game this week Sunday against the Spurs.
ORL • Point Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Black has posted at least 25 points in two consecutive games. The 22-year-old point guard went about the scoring in completely different ways. In Wednesday’s win over the Heat, Black didn’t make a free throw and only even attempted one shot from the charity stripe. Friday against the Raptors, he made all 14 of his free throw attempts. While Black is averaging just 15.8 points per game this year and the boost in scoring is likely a blip, he still offers enough fantasy value to be rostered in standard leagues.
ORL • Shooting Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
The Magic trailed by 13 points after three quarters, but Bane got white hot in the fourth quarter and carried Orlando to victory. The 27-year-old shooting guard had 16 points on 6-of-6 shooting and four three-pointers in the fourth quarter alone. The Magic improved to 6-0 this season when Bane has at least 30 points. The was exactly what the team envisioned when they traded for Bane in the offseason. He’s provided third-round per game value over the last two weeks. The Magic will close out the week Sunday against the Spurs.
MIA • Guard • #45
about 1 month ago
Mitchell has missed the last five games for Miami and is now expected to make it six absences in a row. Kasparas Jakučionis should continue to start, but his minutes have been too low to make much of an impact as a streaming option. Dru Smith should play more minutes, but his value is often tied to steals.
Source: NBA Injury Report
MIA • Guard • #24
about 1 month ago
Powell has been a big part of what Miami does on offense, especially with Tyler Herro sidelined. In his absence, one of Simone Fontecchio or Jaime Jaquez Jr. will likely replace him in the starting unit. Jaquez holds far more upside for fantasy managers whether he starts or comes off the bench.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Small Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Friday’s game will be the fifth that Wagner has missed due to injury management for a high left ankle sprain. How long he’ll remain out is unknown. However, what is known is that Anthony Black will remain in the starting lineup, and the third-year guard should be rostered in 12-team leagues by now.
Source: Jason Beede
ORL • Shooting Guard • #22
about 1 month ago
Bane’s contributions on the offensive end played a big factor in Orlando ending its four-game losing streak on Wednesday. He made shots efficiently from behind the three-point line as well as inside it, while his contributions as a passer led him to finish as one of the Magic’s leaders in assists on the evening. Bane didn’t get to the free-throw line in this game and also failed to make much of an impact on the glass. However, his passing and production as a scorer were enough to land him a nice final line.
ORL • Point Guard • #0
about 1 month ago
Black was exceptional on Wednesday evening against the Heat. Offensively, he shot the ball with great accuracy, leading him to finish as one of three Magic players to score at least 20 points. He added a handful of assists, as well, but also tallied six stocks on the defensive end to give him fantastic fantasy production in the win. Black’s performance against Miami may be the one that gets him back on track following a few underwhelming performances.
ORL • Power Forward • #5
about 1 month ago
Banchero was, once again, dominant on Wednesday. He logged a second straight 30-point double-double, mostly operating inside the arc to tally his points. The fourth-year forward led all scorers in the game and has slowly picked up his production in January following a rough December. If Banchero can continue playing at this level, he’ll have a chance to get the Magic back on track over the second half of the season. Fantasy managers should be excited about his recent progress.
ORL • Small Forward • #22
about 2 months ago
Wagner is set to miss his fourth consecutive game. The 24-year-old small forward is listed as out for high left ankle sprain injury management reasons. Anthony Black will continue to start and should be rostered in standard formats until Wagner returns.
ORL • Point Guard • #0
about 2 months ago
Black had a fairly balanced performance in Monday’s rematch with the Cavaliers. In 37 minutes, he was impactful on the defensive end and totaled four stocks, while inefficient shooting from beyond the arc limited his scoring production. Still, the third-year guard out of Arkansas finished as one of three Orlando players to score in double figures, and he was one of the team’s best passers in the loss. Fantasy managers, however, should be craving more from Black, based on some of the heights he reached earlier this season.
ORL • Shooting Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
Bane followed Saturday’s 20-point performance in a loss to Cleveland with similar production on Monday. The first-year Magic guard was productive from beyond the arc and, in his 38 minutes, finished as the Magic’s second-leading scorer for the game. Yet Bane went without an assist for the first time all season, and with his unspectacular assist total and pair of stocks, he didn’t provide fantasy managers with much production. He’ll have a chance to put up a better line on Wednesday against the Heat.
ORL • Power Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
Banchero did what he could to try to get the Magic back on track. Yet, his highest-scoring game of January wasn’t enough to end the Magic’s losing streak, which is now at four games. Banchero’s season high in points on Monday came on a blend of three-pointers, shots inside the arc, and production from the free-throw line. On top of his scoring outburst, he reached double figures in rebounds to secure his 14th double-double of the season. Regardless of whether Orlando can get back on track or not, it’s clear that Banchero will continue to deliver strong production from a fantasy basketball standpoint.
ORL • Small Forward • #22
about 2 months ago
Monday’s game will be the third that Wagner has missed, with the description being changed from “left ankle soreness” to “high left ankle sprain injury management.” Before Saturday’s loss to the Cavaliers, Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley said Wagner did some light, non-contact shooting during the pregame shootaround. As long as Wagner is out, Anthony Black will start, and he should be rostered in standard leagues.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Power Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
It’s been a frustrating season for Banchero and the Magic as they’ve consistently struggled to generate enough offense to turn things around. The 23-year-old playmaker has scored at least 20 points in seven of 10 games since Janaury 1, but the Magic are just 4-6 overall during that span. He’s dropped from 25.9 points per-game last season to just 21.1 through 34 contests this season. The Magic have a rematch against the Cavaliers on Monday before facing the Heat, Raptors and Spurs to close out a four-game week.
ORL • Shooting Guard • #22
about 2 months ago
Orlando’s marquee offseason addition, Bane has been a consistent scoring threat, averaging 18.9 points through 44 games in his Magic debut. The 27-year-old guard has struggled from three-point range this season and was just 2-of-6 from downtown in this one. Simply put, Bane and Banchero haven’t supplied enough from an offensive standpoint which makes it critical to get Franz Wagner (ankle) back as quickly as possible.
ORL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
After missing Orlando’s last eight games, Suggs is available and will be in the starting lineup. He isn’t officially under a minutes restriction, but some precautions could be taken with the guard’s playing time. Tristan da Silva will head to the bench, which lowers his fantasy ceiling.
Source: Jason Beede
ORL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
After an eight-game absence, Suggs is available for the Magic. His return will likely push Tristan da Silva to the bench, but fantasy managers should plan for Suggs’ minutes to be restricted.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Point Guard and Shooting Guard • #4
about 2 months ago
Suggs has missed Orlando’s last eight games, but he is expected to return to take on Cleveland. That will push Tristan da Silva back to the bench after a one-game stint as a starter. Jase Richardson should also lose out on minutes.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Small Forward • #22
about 2 months ago
Wagner will miss a second straight game after playing just two games following a 16-game absence. Anthony Black will remain a starter despite Jalen Suggs (knee) being upgraded to probable. They’ll continue to manage this injury as he recovers, but it is slightly alarming that he will miss two games this quickly. Black has been productive as a fill-in.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Small Forward • #
about 2 months ago
Penda had a quiet two-game stretch after a short stint as a temporary starter, but he was able to showcase his upside once again in this game. He has been able to make a big impact on defense, and he has been a better shooter than anticipated. He was able to take on a larger role with Franz Wagner (ankle) sidelined, but when Wagner is available, Penda simply won’t play enough to be worth rostering. However, he holds plenty of upside in dynasty formats.
ORL • Power Forward • #5
about 2 months ago
After an inefficient shooting outing on Sunday, Banchero was able to have a better night against Charlotte. Unfortunately, that didn’t change the result, and Orlando ended up on the wrong end of another lopsided game. Efficiency has never been a strong suit for Banchero, and that has been the case again this season. However, he is averaging career highs in rebounds and assists, which has made up for a drop in scoring. Next up is a home game against the Cavaliers on Saturday.
ORL • Center • #21
about 2 months ago
Wagner made his season debut less than two weeks ago, so this was his highest scoring performance since 2024. He was an excellent reserve scoring option for the Magic to start last year before tearing his ACL. This was a new season high for him in just 15 minutes. He’ll continue to be a reliable scoring option off the bench, but with Wendell Carter Jr. and Goga Bitadze both healthy, he won’t play enough minutes to provide value in standard leagues.
ORL • Center • #35
about 2 months ago
Bitadze figures to attract the most interest. As Siegel notes, he “is an intriguing center who could fetch multiple second-round picks in a trade and free up salary for [the Magic for] the 2026-27 season in the process.” A package of Bitadze and Jones could be of interest to a team like the Knicks, who are in the market for a true center and a backup point guard, both of whom would need to be strong defenders.
Source: Clutch Points
ORL • Small Forward • #22
about 2 months ago
This is mildly concerning, considering how much time Wagner missed with an ankle injury over the holidays. The team “is going to monitor how he responds to treatment moving forward,” which will determine how long Wagner will be sidelined. Tristan Da Silva should move back into the starting lineup in the meantime.
Source: Jason Beede