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MRI Confirms High Ankle Sprain for Magic’s Franz Wagner, Sidelining Him for Weeks

His return hinges on treatment response after imaging ruled out structural damage.

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New York Knicks forward OG Anunoby, left, and Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane, right, get into an altercation during the second half of an NBA basketball game Sunday, Dec. 7, 2025, in New York. (AP Photo/John Munson)
Dec 7, 2025; New York, New York, USA; Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane (3) reacts to a call in the fourth quarter against the New York Knicks at Madison Square Garden. Mandatory Credit: Wendell Cruz-Imagn Images

Overview

  • Orlando announced Monday that Wagner sustained a high sprain of his left ankle during Sunday’s loss at Madison Square Garden.
  • Wagner landed awkwardly on a fast-break lob after a foul by Ariel Hukporti, was in visible pain, and was helped off without putting weight on his left leg.
  • Sources told ESPN the typical recovery window for this injury is roughly two to four weeks, though the team has not set a timetable.
  • He will miss Tuesday’s NBA Cup quarterfinal against the Heat as Orlando adjusts rotations during a key stretch.
  • The 23-year-old forward has been the Magic’s leading scorer at about 23 points per game, underscoring the impact of his absence on Orlando’s offense.