Franz Wagner Injury Status Update for April 29th, 2026
Franz Wagner of the Magic has been ruled out and will not play today. Franz was previously listed as Questionable before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 47th game Franz has missed this season.
Franz Wagner Season Averages
Franz's absence leaves a significant hole in the Magic rotation. Across 38 games this season, he's averaging 20.1 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game while playing 30.1 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30.1 | 20.1 | 5.2 | 3.5 | 14.6 |
Magic Performance With & Without Franz Wagner
The numbers tell a clear story about Franz's value to the Magic. With Franz in the lineup this season, the team is 20-14. Without him, they've gone 25-23. The Magic's net rating is 5.0 points worse per 100 possessions when Franz plays, which is a substantial gap.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 20-14 | 25-23 | — |
| Off Rating | 115.4 | 113.5 | -1.9 |
| Def Rating | 112.0 | 115.1 | +3.1 |
| Net Rating | 3.4 | -1.6 | -5.0 |
| PPG | 117.6 | 114.4 | -3.2 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Franz Wagner?
When Franz sits, other Magic players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Anthony Black and Noah Penda stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Franz has been out this season, Anthony Black has averaged 3.6 additional field goal attempts.
FGA: +3.6
Franz Wagner Betting Trends
For bettors, Franz's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Magic's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Franz has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Wagner) Wendell Carter Jr. 3PM UNDER: 20-8 (+11.3u, 1.1 / -110 avg. line) Anthony Black REB UNDER: 22-10 (+10.4u, 4.3 / -120 avg. line)
We'll continue to monitor Franz's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Magic.