Franz Wagner
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2025-26 Season Stats
PPG
20.8
RPG
5.5
APG
3.5
FG%
47.7
3P%
36.8
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ORL • Forward • #22
1 day ago
Wagner has now scored 20 points or more in eight of Orlando’s 10 games, but Sunday’s performance was far from vintage for him. Frequent trips to the foul line salvaged what was a poor night from the field, with Wagner shooting 5-of-17 two nights after going 9-of-18 in an NBA Cup victory over the Celtics. However, the rebounds, assists and steals were certainly valuable, and a reminder that Wagner doesn’t need a high-scoring to impact fantasy basketball. He heads into Week 4 providing top-75 value in eight- and nine-cat formats.
ORL • Forward • #22
3 days ago
Unsurprisingly, Wagner has been Orlando’s most consistent player this season in terms of fantasy value. He’s the lone Magic player ranked within the top-100 in eight- and nine-cat formats, closing in on top-50 value in the former. Counting Friday, Wagner has scored 20 points or more in seven of nine games, with Friday’s tally matching his previous high. Orlando ends Week 3 with another game against the Celtics on Sunday, but that contest will not have NBA Cup implications.
ORL • Forward • #22
9 days ago
While teammate Paolo Banchero boasted a higher ADP entering the season, Wagner has remained the superior option in category leagues. He finished Saturday’s rout a blocked shot shy of a complete stat line and is ranked just outside the top-50 in nine-cat formats. Wagner’s scoring and assist averages are slightly lower than his 2024-25 numbers, but that isn’t a huge deal. He’ll look to build on Saturday’s showing when the Magic open a three-game Week 3 in Atlanta on Tuesday.
ORL • Forward • #22
11 days ago
Wagner, who entered Thursday’s game with a left heel contusion, played 34 minutes without any issues. While he hasn’t reached his Yahoo! ADP of 36 just yet, the Magic forward is providing top-75 value in nine-cat formats. Wagner and the Magic play once more during Week 2, as they visit the Wizards on Saturday.
ORL • Forward • #22
11 days ago
Listed as questionable on the initial injury report, Wagner is good to go for Orlando’s second game in as many days. He’ll occupy his usual place in the starting lineup, while Tristan da Silva misses out on a potential boost to his fantasy value.
Source: Orlando Magic Daily
ORL • Forward • #22
11 days ago
Wagner, who logged 31 minutes in Wednesday’s loss to the Pistons, is dealing with a left heel contusion. He’s yet to miss a game this season, and his absence would significantly impact the Magic rotation. Tristan da Silva may be the player most likely to move into the starting lineup if Wagner can’t play, with rookie Noah Penda also in the running for increased playing time.
Source: NBA Injury Report
ORL • Forward • #22
16 days ago
After scoring 24 and 27 points while shooting over 50 percent in each of Orlando’s first two games, Wagner was quieter in their loss to Chicago. He missed his only three-point attempt after shooting 2-of-5 in each of his first two games of the season. This wasn’t a terrible game, but it wasn’t as productive as the first two were. He’ll look to bounce back in Philadelphia on Monday to kick off a four-game week.
ORL • Forward • #22
17 days ago
Wagner has been on a tear to start the season. After scoring 24 points in the season opener, he added 27 more in this game while shooting about 50 percent from the floor in each game. His dominance during EuroBasket for Germany has carried over into the regular season for Orlando, which is a delight for fantasy managers. He also shot 2-of-5 on threes for a second straight game, which he’ll look to keep going against the Bulls on Saturday.
ORL • Forward • #22
19 days ago
Wagner picked up right where he left off last year. After averaging 24.2 points per game in 2024-25, the 24-year-old small forward dropped 24 points in the season opening win over the Heat on Wednesday. Wagner shot just 29 percent from behind the three-point line last year, but made 2-of-5 attempts against Miami. Improved three-point shooting could unlock another strong campaign for Wagner.
ORL • Forward • #22
25 days ago
Wagner was productive offensively on Thursday, utilizing efficient shooting to reach at least 20 points for the first time all preseason. The three-point shot was a big part of Wagner’s production, which was good to see after the versatile forward shot under 30.0 percent from deep for a second consecutive season. If he can sustain high volume and remain efficient from beyond the arc, he’ll have a chance to land another impressive fantasy basketball season, especially in nine-category leagues.
ORL • Forward • #22
29 days ago
Wagner started the inner-Floridian matchup and led his team in the scoring department despite his limited playing time. The 24-year-old forward hit 3-of-8 shots from the field but converted all 10 of his free-throw attempts. He profiles as a top-50 player in fantasy leagues this season, but his usage is a bit more of a question mark this year with the Magic trying to fit Desmond Bane into the attack.
ORL • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
Wagner, who did not play in Orlando’s preseason opener against the Heat, was in the lineup Friday night and logged 20 minutes. He looked a bit rusty, which was to be expected of a player who got some deserved time off after helping lead Germany to gold at EuroBasket. Even with the limited scoring against the 76ers, fantasy managers should not be concerned about Wagner. Tristan da Silva, who started for Franz against Miami, finished Friday’s win with 12 points, one rebound, one assist, one steal and two three-pointers in 13 minutes off the bench.
ORL • Forward • #22
about 1 month ago
After sitting out Orlando’s preseason opener, Wagner is available and will occupy his usual spot in the starting lineup. Fellow EuroBasket champion Tristan da Silva will return to the bench. Also, with Jones continuing to start for Jalen Suggs as he works his way back from knee surgery, this could be Orlando’s starting lineup for opening night.
Source: Orlando Magic
ORL • Forward • #22
about 2 months ago
Germany won its first EuroBasket title since 1993 on Sunday, and the players with the most NBA experience led the way. While Dennis Schröder was huge in crunch time, Wagner and Isaac Bonga (20/5/3/1/1 with four three-pointers) led the way scoring-wise and Tristan da Silva (13/4/1 with three three-pointers) stepped up with timely perimeter shooting. Wagner averaged nearly 21 points per game for the tournament, with Germany going 9-0 between the group stage and the team’s knockout stage run to the title. Having firmly established himself as a key cog for the Magic, Wagner should be a popular option in fantasy drafts this fall, especially in category leagues.
ORL • Forward • #22
about 2 months ago
Wagner did not have his best day shooting the basketball, but the Orlando Magic wing still recorded his sixth 20-point game of this summer’s EuroBasket. His defense was more important than his work on the offensive end of the floor, as Wagner was the primary defender of Finland’s Lauri Markkanen for most of the game. Markkanen was limited to 16 points on 6-of-17 shooting, a significant factor in Germany advancing to Sunday’s final. The Germans, who won their lone EuroBasket title in 1993, will face Greece or Türkiye.
ORL • Forward • #22
2 months ago
Like teammate Dennis Schröder, Wagner struggled from the field in Wednesday’s quarterfinal victory. However, he got to the foul line frequently, making 13 of his 14 attempts. As a team, Germany outscored Slovenia by 10 from the charity stripe, and that proved to be the difference. Next up for Germany, considered by some to be the favorites to win EuroBasket, is surprise semifinalist Finland on Friday.
ORL • Forward • #22
2 months ago
Wagner didn’t have his best performance of the tournament, but it was more than enough for Germany to win this game handily. Wagner will need to have a better game on Wednesday, when they take on the winner of Italy and Slovenia.
ORL • Forward • #22
2 months ago
Due to the team’s astronomical point differential, Germany likely would have finished atop Group B at EuroBasket even with a loss to Finland. Wagner and his teammates left no doubt, taking care of business in an actual road game (Finland was the Group B host). He only played 20 minutes in Wednesday’s 91-61 victory, with Dennis Schröder (16/7/9/0/1 with two three-pointers) logging 29 minutes and Tristan da Silva (11/4/0/1/2 with two three-pointers) 25. From this point onward, the competition will become more challenging for Germany, the reigning FIBA World Cup champions, as the Round of 16 awaits.
ORL • Forward • #22
2 months ago
Wagner is averaging 22.3 points through the first three games of EuroBasket, and no team has come close to beating Germany. Wagner, who should be in for a big season for the Magic, is having plenty of success in this tournament. He also hit two triples in this game after only hitting one in their first two; if Wagner is able to improve his deep-range shooting, he could make his first All-Star appearance.
ORL • Forward • #22
2 months ago
Like his teammate Dennis Schroder (23 points), Wagner finished with at least 20 points in consecutive Eurobasket contests. The dynamic duo are the reason why Germany is one of the favorites to win Eurobasket 2025, and more performances like this are likely on the horizon.
ORL • Forward • #22
3 months ago
Wagner turned in a strong performance to help Germany, who went undefeated at the FIBA World Cup in 2023, start off EuroBasket with a monster victory. Wagner should be in for a big season with the Magic, and it’s good to see him playing well this summer. Germany is one of the favorites to win the tournament, and more performances like this from Wagner will help make that happen.
ORL • Forward • #22
7 months ago
Wagner finished his fourth NBA season with a solid performance in Orlando’s season finale. He scored at least 23 points and made at least 10 field goals in all five games. While teammate Paolo Banchero’s value in points leagues took a significant hit since he only appeared in 46 games, Wagner retained some of his value by appearing in 60. Regarding category leagues, Franz was a top-40 player in eight- and nine-cat formats. He exceeded his Yahoo! ADP (46), and stands to be a safe third- or fourth-round pick next fall. Wagner’s new contract kicks in next season, and he’ll earn nearly $38.7 million in 2025-26.
ORL • Forward • #22
7 months ago
Wagner reached at least 20 points for the fourth time in as many games in Orlando’s opening-round series against Boston. He recorded multiple three-point makes for a second-straight game and led the Magic in assists along the way. The Magic could use another productive outing from Wagner in Tuesday’s Game 5 as they look to collect a second win and extend the series.
ORL • Forward • #22
7 months ago
Wagner was hardly efficient with 32 points on 27 shots in Game 3, but with neither team reaching 100 points his point total was plenty. Wagner was one of only three Magic players in double figures in Game 3. He’ll have to continue scoring at a high level if the Magic are going to have a chance to even the series against the Celtics Sunday.
ORL • Forward • #22
7 months ago
After shooting below 50 percent from the field and committing five turnovers in Sunday’s series-opening defeat, Wagner was more efficient in Game 2. He only committed two turnovers and was one blocked shot shy of a complete stat line. Given the struggles of Orlando’s supporting cast, the Magic will need an even better version of Wagner if they’re to have a chance of winning this series. The scene shifts to Orlando, with Game 3 set for Friday night.
ORL • Forward • #22
7 months ago
Wagner did record a complete stat line in Sunday’s series opener, but the efficiency left something to be desired. Worse than the field goal percentage was the fact that he recorded as many turnovers as assists, finishing with five of each. Given the decided disadvantage the Magic are at offensively in this series, they’re going to need a consistently elite Wagner if they’re to have a chance of winning this series. He’ll look to bounce back in Game 2 on Wednesday.
ORL • Forward • #22
7 months ago
Wagner struggled with his shot on Tuesday but contributed in other ways as Orlando earned the seventh seed in the East. The 13 rebounds were the most he’s grabbed in a game this season, and the Magic wing only hit double figures in that category twice before Tuesday. Add in the assists and steals; all wasn’t lost for DFS players who slotted Wagner into their lineups. That said, Wagner will need to be much better if the Magic are to have any chance of knocking off the Celtics in the first round.
ORL • Forward • #22
7 months ago
Wagner struggled with his shot on Tuesday but contributed in other ways as Orlando earned the seventh seed in the East. The 13 rebounds were the most he’s grabbed in a game this season, and the Magic wing only hit double figures in that category twice before Tuesday. Add in the assists and steals; all wasn’t lost for DFS players who slotted Wagner into their lineups. That said, Wagner will need to be much better if the Magic are to have any chance of knocking off the Celtics in the first round.
ORL • Forward • #22
7 months ago
Wagner continued to pour in the buckets in his 10th consecutive game with at least 20 points. The 23-year-old small forward, along with teammate Paolo Banchero, have become one of the best scoring duos in the league. Wagner has provided sixth-round value over the last two weeks as he finishes the season strong after dealing with an injury in the first half of the season.
ORL • Forward • #22
7 months ago
On Tuesday, Wagner and Paolo Banchero became the first duo in Magic history to score 20 points or more in nine straight games. Averaging 23.1 points, 6.3 rebounds and 5.4 assists per game, Franz has provided sixth-round value in eight- and nine-cat formats over the past two weeks. The issue for fantasy managers has been the lackluster defensive production, with Wagner averaging 0.5 steals and 0.1 blocked shots. However, this isn’t a massive deal for category league managers who receive solid output from other players in those categories.
Source: Jason Beede