Overview
- After a 385-day recovery from an ACL tear, Moritz Wagner logged about ten minutes with eight points, two rebounds and two assists in Orlando’s 128–118 victory over New Orleans.
- Fans at Orlando’s Kia Center greeted Wagner’s first shift with a standing ovation during his first NBA appearance since December 2024.
- The Magic notched their 22nd win in their 40th game, with Paolo Banchero scoring 23 points and Anthony Black adding 26.
- Tristan da Silva returned from back problems to contribute 16 points in 19 minutes for Orlando.
- Orlando departs for Berlin to face the Memphis Grizzlies on Thursday at Uber Arena on Prime Video, with local reports indicating a late call on Franz Wagner’s participation as team leadership prioritizes caution.