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January 29, 2026
Another absence coming
Wagner is out for Friday's game against the Raptors due to left ankle injury management, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Analysis
Wagner's absence will mark his fifth straight. The Magic appear to be taking a cautious approach with the star forward, who isn't taking contact in practice as he tries to put the injury behind him. Anthony Black has thrived in 2025-26 and remains locked into the starting lineup at least until Wagner is finally ready to return.
January 28, 2026
Out Wednesday, not taking contact
Magic head coach Jamahl Mosley said that Wagner (ankle), who is out for Wednesday's game against the Heat, was able to ride a stationary bike and take part in standstill shooting during the team's morning shootaround, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Analysis
While Wagner hasn't been shut down from activity entirely since he experienced soreness last Thursday in the left ankle that he previously sprained Dec. 7, the 24-year-old hasn't yet resumed taking contact and appears likely to remain out through Friday's home game versus the Raptors. The Magic aren't terming Wagner's injury as a setback and haven't sent him in for an MRI after he previously missed 16 straight contests due to the high-ankle sprain, but the fifth-year wing will need to strengthen his ankle before he's cleared to return to game action. In the meantime, Wagner's absence should extend Anthony Black's stay in the starting five.
January 27, 2026
Remaining out Wednesday
Wagner (ankle) won't play Wednesday against Miami.
Analysis
Wagner will be sidelined for a fourth straight game due to left ankle injury management, after the Magic had previously classified his injury as left ankle soreness. The fifth-year wing had previously missed 16 straight contests while recovering from a left high-ankle sprain before returning to play Jan. 15 and 18, only to suffer a setback during the Magic's morning shootaround ahead of last Thursday's loss to the Hornets. Per Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel, head coach Jamahl Mosley said that Wagner was able to go through some light, non-contact shooting Saturday, which offers some hope that the 24-year-old may be able to avoid an extended absence.
January 25, 2026
Ruled out for Monday
Wagner (ankle) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis
Wagner missed Orlando's last two games with left ankle soreness and will miss a third consecutive contest due to injury management. The star forward was able to play in both of the Magic's games in Europe following a 16-game absence due to a left high-ankle sprain, and it appears the team is now erring on the side of caution. Wagner's next opportunity to play will come Wednesday against the Heat.
January 23, 2026
Won't play Saturday
Wagner (ankle) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Cavaliers.
Analysis
Wagner has appeared in two games since missing over a month due to a left high-ankle sprain, and he will miss his second consecutive contest due to left ankle soreness. With the star forward sidelined, Tristan da Silva, Noah Penda and Jett Howard are candidates for increased playing time. Wagner's next opportunity to suit up will come in Monday's rematch in Cleveland.