Moritz Wagner PF/C ORL Wed 3/22/23 11:49 AM
Moritz Wagner
PF/C ORL
Wagner finished Tuesday's 122-112 win over Washington with 15 points (5-10 FG, 1-2 3Pt, 4-4 FT) and three rebounds across 14 minutes off the bench.
EDGE Analysis
The fifth-year center didn't get onto the court at all in the last two games, but he took full advantage of his opportunities Tuesday with some impressive per-minute production. Wagner showed he can provide useful numbers while Wendell Carter was on the shelf, but in his current role, he's a risky fantasy option.
Moritz Wagner PF/C ORL Sat 3/11/23 5:23 PM
Moritz Wagner
PF/C ORL
Wagner will return to the bench Saturday against Miami, according to Ira Winderman of the South Florida Sun Sentinel.
EDGE Analysis
This was an expected move from Orlando with Wendell Carter (hip) returning from a three-game absence. Wagner was a quality streaming option in Carter's absence, scoring in double-digits in all three games with a healthy supply of rebounds and steals.
Moritz Wagner PF/C ORL Wed 3/8/23 1:58 PM
Moritz Wagner
PF/C ORL
Wagner totaled 18 points (6-7 FG, 2-3 3Pt, 4-4 FT), eight rebounds, three assists and two steals in 21 minutes during Tuesday's 134-123 loss to the Bucks.
EDGE Analysis
With Wendell Carter (hip) sidelined again, Wagner drew a second straight start and posted a well-rounded outing versus Milwaukee. The Michigan product has scored in double figures in three consecutive appearances and is averaging 15.3 points, 7.0 rebounds, 1.7 steals and 1.3 assists in 23.3 minutes during that stretch.
Moritz Wagner PF/C ORL Sun 3/5/23 4:44 PM
Moritz Wagner
PF/C ORL
Wagner will enter the starting lineup for Sunday's game against Portland, with Wendell Carter Jr. (hip) unavailable.
EDGE Analysis
Wagner has played well in a starting role this season, owning averages of 13.9 points, 6.9 rebounds, 1.9 assists, 1.1 triples, 1.0 steal and just 1.6 turnovers per contest on 51.5 percent shooting from the field and 91.3 percent at the stripe, so he makes for an attractive streaming option.
Moritz Wagner PF/C ORL Tue 2/28/23 12:18 PM
Moritz Wagner
PF/C ORL
Wagner provided 14 points (4-9 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 4-6 FT), three rebounds and two assists across 23 minutes off the bench in Monday's 101-93 win over the Pelicans.
EDGE Analysis
Wagner cleared the 20-minute mark for the second game in a row, though starting center Wendell Carter's early foul trouble in both contests played a significant factor in Wagner received extra playing time. Prior to the last two games, Carter hadn't played fewer than 29 minutes in any of his eight appearances in February, so fantasy managers shouldn't count on Wagner sustaining his recent uptick in minutes. Wagner continues to look like a more reliable option in 14- or 16-team category leagues rather than shallower formats.
Moritz Wagner PF/C ORL Tue 2/14/23 12:21 AM
Moritz Wagner
PF/C ORL
Wagner closed Monday's 100-91 victory over the Bulls with seven points (2-5 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 2-2 FT), two rebounds, two assists, one block and three steals in 18 minutes.
EDGE Analysis
Wagner chipped in across all major categories Monday, continuing what has been a sneaky run of games. A top-100 player over the past week, Wagner has been able to make the most of his limited minutes, playing as the primary backup behind Wendell Carter. He has clearly outplayed Bol Bol of late and with Mo Bamba no longer on the roster, there is a consistent role to be had. While there is very little room for error given his playing time, Wagner is someone to consider in slightly deeper formats.
Moritz Wagner PF/C ORL Sat 2/4/23 2:12 PM
Moritz Wagner
PF/C ORL
Wagner accumulated 19 points (6-10 FG, 1-2 3PT, 6-7 FT) in Friday's 127-120 victory over the Timberwolves.
EDGE Analysis
Wagner was shut out across the board in all the other statistical categories, but he put the ball in the basket efficiently. His resurgence this year continues, as he is averaging career highs with 11.6 points, 5.1 rebounds, 1.7 assists and 0.7 steals across 21.5 minutes per game. The big man has specifically come on as of late, scoring 18.5 points in his previous four games.
Moritz Wagner PF/C ORL Tue 1/31/23 8:56 AM
Moritz Wagner
PF/C ORL
Wagner chipped in 22 points (6-11 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 10-10 FT), six rebounds and one block over 22 minutes off the bench during Monday's 119-109 win over the 76ers.
EDGE Analysis
The 25-year-old was the only member of the Magic's second unit to score more than five points on the night, but Wagner's contributions were enough to put Orlando over the top. He's scored more than 20 points in back-to-back contests after going 16 straight games without reaching that mark once, but without more court time, it's hard to bank on him maintaining that scoring pace for any length of time.
Moritz Wagner PF/C ORL Sat 1/28/23 11:38 PM
Moritz Wagner
PF/C ORL
Wagner ended Saturday's 128-109 loss to the Bulls with 27 points (8-11 FG, 3-4 3Pt, 8-9 FT), two rebounds, three assists and one steal in 23 minutes.
EDGE Analysis
With the starting unit struggling mightily Saturday night, Wagner stepped up and helped his team cut into a vast double-digit deficit in the second half. At one point, the 25-year-old big man scored 16 straight for the Magic. This may have been an atypical minutes distribution for Orlando, but it's worth noting that Wagner has scored in double figures the last eight times he's seen 20-plus minutes of action.
Moritz Wagner PF/C ORL Wed 1/11/23 12:49 PM
Moritz Wagner
PF/C ORL
Wagner produced 11 points (4-7 FG, 3-4 3Pt), two rebounds and one assist in 17 minutes during Tuesday's 109-106 victory over the Trail Blazers.
EDGE Analysis
Wagner came off the bench for a third consecutive game Tuesday and maintained consistent playing time. While he was also consistent on the scoreboard, he had more trouble securing rebounds, as he had a season-low two boards during the narrow win. Over his last three appearances, he's averaged 9.0 points and 4.3 rebounds in 17.3 minutes per game.