Overview

• Wagner re-signed a one-year, $5 million contract after the Magic declined his $11 million player option on the prior deal.
• He has been sidelined since a December ACL tear and will miss this summer’s European Championship as he continues rehabilitation.
• Wagner cited his desire to continue playing alongside brother Franz as his primary reason for accepting a lower salary.
• Although NBA free agency opened July 1, broader league interest in Wagner remained uncertain due to his recovery timeline.
• Orlando’s roster construction centers on Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero, with sharpshooter Desmond Bane added to bolster scoring depth.