Howard has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Heat due to an illness, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Howard is battling through an illness that will sideline him for Saturday's contest, and he'll look to recover in time for Monday's game against the Hawks. He has averaged 23.0 minutes per game off the bench over his last four outings, and that playing time will be absorbed by the likes of Jevon Carter, Jase Richardson and Noah Penda.

Howard supplied 10 points (3-8 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 2-2 FT), six rebounds and two assists over 20 minutes during Thursday's 136-131 overtime win over Washington.

EDGE Analysis

Howard logged 20-plus minutes for a fourth straight game, a significant shift for a player who hadn't reached that mark in back-to-back outings at any other point this season. This sustained usage is a direct result of Franz Wagner (ankle) and Anthony Black (abdomen) being sidelined with no definitive timetable for a return. During this four-game span, Howard has averaged 10.3 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 1.3 assists while knocking down 1.8 triples per contest.

Howard contributed 14 points (5-8 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds and two assists in 25 minutes during Sunday's 130-91 win over the Bucks.

EDGE Analysis

Howard logged 25 minutes for the second time in a row, but he fared much better this time around. He's had a limited fantasy impact this season, averaging 12.0 minutes across 42 appearances.

Howard had 16 points (6-6 FG, 4-4 3Pt) and one block over 13 minutes off the bench during Thursday's 131-94 win over Sacramento.

EDGE Analysis

It was the third-year wing's best scoring effort since he erupted for a surprising 30 points against the Celtics on Nov. 23. Howard's perfect night from beyond the arc was part of a stunning shooting performance by the Magic that saw them go 27-for-50 (54.0 percent) from long distance, with seven different Orlando players draining at least three treys. Howard is still trying to earn a consistent role in the rotation and has played double-digit minutes in just three of the last six games, failing to get on the court at all in one of them due to an ankle injury.

Howard (ankle) will be available for Thursday's game against the Kings.

EDGE Analysis

Howard saw a total of six minutes over his last two appearances for Orlando, so his availability won't matter much in fantasy hoops.

Howard won't play Wednesday against the Bucks due to a left ankle sprain.

EDGE Analysis

Howard logged just six minutes over the Magic's last two games, so his absence won't create many waves in the rotation. His next chance to suit up will come after the All-Star break.

Howard provided two points (0-1 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-3 FT), one assist and one steal in two minutes during Saturday's 120-117 victory over Utah.

EDGE Analysis

Howard was a non-factor yet again, continuing what has been another frustrating campaign. Despite providing Orlando with a much-needed perimeter threat, Howard simply hasn't been able to carve out a meaningful role for himself. In 32 appearances this season, he has averaged just 4.8 points and 0.9 three-pointers in 10.6 minutes per game.

Howard (illness) is off the injury report for Thursday's game against the Hornets.

EDGE Analysis

Howard is available to play off the bench Thursday after missing consecutive outings with an illness. With the Orlando frontcourt now fully healthy, Howard may not see meaningful playing time against Charlotte.

Howard (illness) has been downgraded to out for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies in London, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Howard had been listed as questionable heading into the day, but he'll end up sitting out both games of the Magic's European trip after he previously missed Thursday's 118-111 win over the Grizzlies in Berlin. With the Magic getting Franz Wagner back from an extended absence Thursday, Howard was unlikely to be included in the rotation even if he was fully healthy.

Howard (illness) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Grizzlies, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Howard was a late scratch for Thursday's game against the Grizzlies due to an illness. He could be available for Sunday's game in London, England, though his playing time has been irregular this season.