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Magic Target Opening Night for Jalen Suggs as Moe Wagner Remains Further Away

Orlando plans to verify Suggs’ readiness through limited camp work plus a preseason appearance.

Feb 27, 2023; New Orleans, Louisiana, USA; Orlando Magic center Moritz Wagner (21) congratulates guard Jalen Suggs (4) after a play against the New Orleans Pelicans during the second half at Smoothie King Center.
Orlando Magic guard Jalen Suggs is pictured during Orlando Magic Media Day at the AdventHealth Training Center on Monday, September 29, 2025. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)
Orlando Magic coach Jamahl Mosley is pictured during Orlando Magic Media Day at the AdevenHealth Training Center on Monday, Sept. 29, 2025. (Stephen M. Dowell/Orlando Sentinel)
Orlando Magic Targeting Opening Day Return For Jalen Suggs

Overview

  • Team president Jeff Weltman said the goal is for Suggs to return on opening night against the Heat on Oct. 22.
  • Weltman indicated Suggs will participate in select portions of training camp as determined by high-performance director Arnie Kander.
  • Head coach Jamahl Mosley said after the first practice that Suggs completed all non-contact drills.
  • Weltman characterized Moe Wagner’s ACL recovery as a different, longer timeline with no firm return date.
  • Wagner said he has shifted from daily rehab to reconditioning about nine months after surgery and will only play when fully ready.