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Magic’s Franz Wagner Exits With Lower Left Leg Injury at Knicks

The team will re-evaluate him in Orlando after an awkward alley‑oop landing in the first quarter.

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ORLANDO, FL - NOVEMBER 22: Jalen Brunson #11 of the New York Knicks is defended by Tristan da Silva #23 of the Orlando Magic during the first half of the game at the Kia Center on November 22, 2025 in Orlando, Florida. The Magic defeated The Knicks 133 to 121. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Don Juan Moore/Getty Images)
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Dec 3, 2025; Orlando, Florida, USA; Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22) controls the ball against the San Antonio Spurs in the third quarter at Kia Center. Mandatory Credit: Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images

Overview

  • He was injured with 4:43 left in the first quarter on a fast‑break lob when Ariel Hukporti fouled the play and Wagner landed awkwardly.
  • Wagner could not put weight on his left leg and was helped to the locker room by his brother Moritz Wagner and rookie Noah Penda.
  • Orlando ruled him out for the game with a lower left leg injury and said he will be re‑evaluated upon returning to Orlando, with ESPN’s Vincent Goodwill reporting an MRI is planned.
  • New York won 106-100 behind Jalen Brunson’s 30 points and Josh Hart’s 17 points and 12 rebounds, handing Orlando its first loss to the Knicks this season.
  • Wagner leads the Magic at 23.4 points per game, and his uncertain status looms over Tuesday’s NBA Cup quarterfinal against the Heat and a looming road trip.