Franz Wagner Injury Status Update for April 6th, 2026
Franz Wagner of the Magic has been ruled out and will not play today. Franz was previously listed as Available before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 46th game Franz has missed this season.
Franz Wagner Season Averages
Franz's absence leaves a significant hole in the Magic rotation. Across 29 games this season, he's averaging 20.9 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists per game while playing 30.9 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30.9 | 20.9 | 5.5 | 3.5 | 15.0 |
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 17-13. Without him, they've gone 24-23. The Magic's net rating is 4.6 points worse per 100 possessions when Franz plays, which is a substantial gap. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (113.5 vs 115.5), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 17-13 | 24-23 | — |
| Off Rating | 115.5 | 113.5 | -2.0 |
| Def Rating | 112.8 | 115.4 | +2.5 |
| Net Rating | 2.7 | -1.9 | -4.6 |
| PPG | 117.3 | 114.2 | -3.1 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Franz Wagner?
When Franz sits, other Magic players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Paolo Banchero stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Franz has been out this season, Paolo Banchero has averaged 4.5 more points per game and 3.0 additional field goal attempts.
PPG: +4.5 | FGA: +3.0
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: 20-7 (+12.3u, 1.1 / -111 avg. line) Desmond Bane STL UNDER: 18-5 (+11.5u, 1.2 / -141 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Franz Wagner's Game
Here's the complete injury report for tonight's game. Both teams have key players dealing with various ailments heading into this one:
Pistons @ Magic - April 6, 2026 Detroit Pistons: Cade Cunningham (Out) Tobias Harris (Questionable) Orlando Magic: Franz Wagner (Out)
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.