Coach Steve Clifford indicated Friday that Ross (knee) is not ready to play, effectively ruling him out for Friday's game against Portland, Roy Parry of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

EDGE Analysis

Ross was initially considered questionable for Friday's contest, but it appears he'll be sidelined for a sixth straight game. The Magic will be extremely short-handed versus Portland since recent trade acquisitions Otto Porter, Wendell Carter, R.J. Hampton and Gary Harris (thigh) will also be unavailable.

Ross (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Trail Blazers.

EDGE Analysis

Ross has missed five straight games due to a sore right knee, but he has a chance to return Friday. If he's held out once again, Dwayne Bacon could see increased run for Orlando.

Ross (knee) is out Wednesday against the Suns.

EDGE Analysis

Ross will miss a fifth consecutive game due to right knee soreness. His next chance to play arrives Friday against the Trail Blazers.

Ross (knee) is questionable for Wednesday's game against the Suns.

EDGE Analysis

Ross missed his fourth consecutive game due to right knee soreness Tuesday, and he'll be questionable once again heading into Wednesday's matchup. If Ross is held out Wednesday, Dwayne Bacon could see increased run for the Magic.

Ross (knee) is unavailable for Tuesday's game against the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

The 30-year-old will be sidelined for a fourth consecutive contest due to soreness in his right knee. Dwayne Bacon could have an increased role with Ross still sitting out.

Ross (knee) is listed as questionable for Tuesday's game against the Nuggets.

EDGE Analysis

Ross has missed the last three games due to right knee soreness, and his status remains uncertain for the front end of the team's back-to-back. Dwayne Bacon could see some increased minutes if Ross remains sidelined.

Ross (knee) is out for Sunday's game against the Celtics.

EDGE Analysis

Ross will miss a third straight game due to a sore right knee, which will likely continue to result in more playing time for Dwayne Bacon. Ross's next chance to play arrives Tuesday against the Nuggets.

Ross (knee) is out Friday against the Nets.

EDGE Analysis

A sore right knee will keep Ross sidelined for a second straight contest. In his absence, Dwayne Bacon should see more run.

Ross (knee) is questionable for Friday's game against the Nets.

EDGE Analysis

Ross was initially thought to be available Thursday against the Knicks, but he was a last-minute scratch. His status for Friday's game is up in the air, and if he does get cleared to play, he may end up with a minutes limit.

Ross (knee) has been ruled out for Thursday's game against the Knicks.

EDGE Analysis

Ross was initially listed as active for Thursday's matchup, but he'll be unable to play after all due to right knee soreness. Dwayne Bacon and Aaron Gordon should see increased roles in Orlando's depleted frontcourt Thursday.