Goga Bitadze
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December 29, 2025
Available to play Monday
Bitadze (knee) is available for Monday's game against the Raptors.
Analysis
Bitadze is set to return following a three-game absence due to a left knee strain. The big man will operate as Wendell Carter's backup at center, whereas Jonathan Isaac's playing time will be reduced with the return of Bitadze.
December 28, 2025
Questionable to face Raptors
Bitadze (knee) is listed as questionable for Monday's game against Toronto.
Analysis
Bitadze has already missed three games with a strained left knee, and his availability for Monday's game remains up in the air. While Bitadze has been sidelined, Jonathan Isaac has seen an uptick in playing time.
December 27, 2025
Out vs. Denver
Bitadze (knee) is out for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis
Bitadze will miss a third straight game while dealing with a strained left knee, meaning Jonathan Isaac will continue to see more minutes in the frontcourt. Bitadze's next chance to play will come against the Raptors on Monday.
December 27, 2025
Iffy to face Denver
Bitadze (knee) is listed as questionable for Saturday's game against the Nuggets.
Analysis
Bitadze has missed Orlando's last two games due to a strained left knee and could miss a third Saturday. If the big man remains sidelined, Jonathan Isaac will likely continue to see increased playing time. Over his last five appearances, Bitadze has averaged 4.0 points, 4.4 rebounds, 1.6 blocks and 1.2 steals across 15.8 minutes per game off the bench.
December 26, 2025
Won't play Friday
Bitadze (knee) will not play Friday against the Hornets.
Analysis
Bitadze was unable to shake his questionable tag for this contest and will miss his second straight game. For now, he can be considered questionable for the second leg of this back-to-back set Saturday against Denver.
December 25, 2025
Could return Friday
Bitadze (knee) is listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Hornets.
Analysis
Bitadze was unable to play against the Trail Blazers on Tuesday due to a left knee strain, but the seventh-year center has a chance to return Friday. Jonathan Isaac would likely see a slight downtick in minutes off the bench if Bitadze is given the green light to play.
December 24, 2025
Won't play vs. Portland
Bitadze (knee) has been ruled out for Tuesday's game against the Trail Blazers.
Analysis
Bitadze will sit for the second leg of the Magic's back-to-back set Tuesday due to a left knee strain, and his next opportunity to play will come Friday against the Hornets. Orlando Robinson and Jett Howard are in line for more minutes due to Bitadze, Franz Wagner (ankle) and Tristan da Silva (shoulder) all being sidelined.