Franz Wagner Injury Status Update for April 7th, 2026
The Magic got some good news today — Franz Wagner has been cleared and is officially available to play. Franz had previously been listed as Out, so his return to the lineup is a welcome development for the Magic.
Franz Wagner Season Averages
The Magic get back a player who has been producing at a high level this season. In 29 games, Franz is averaging 20.9 points, 5.5 rebounds, and 3.5 assists in 30.9 minutes per game.
| 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 18-13. Without him, they've gone 24-23. The Magic's net rating is 4.7 points worse per 100 possessions when Franz plays, which is a substantial gap.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 18-13 | 24-23 | — |
| Off Rating | 115.2 | 113.5 | -1.8 |
| Def Rating | 112.5 | 115.4 | +2.9 |
| Net Rating | 2.7 | -1.9 | -4.7 |
| PPG | 117.2 | 114.2 | -2.9 |
Teammate Usage Shift With Franz Wagner Back
With Franz back in the lineup, some teammates will see their usage decrease. Players like Paolo Banchero are likely to see reduced touches and shot attempts as the offense flows through Franz again.
PPG: -4.7 | FGA: -3.0
Franz Wagner Betting Trends
With Franz returning to the lineup, bettors should be aware of how the Magic have performed with him on the floor this season. Here are the key trends:
💰 Betting Trends (with Wagner) Jalen Suggs AST OVER: 17-6 (+10.6u, 4.3 / -113 avg. line) Jalen Suggs STL OVER: 15-8 (+8.7u, 1.5 / +108 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Franz Wagner's Game
Here's a look at the current injury report for key players around the league heading into tonight's action:
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Franz is expected to resume his normal role in the lineup tonight. Stay tuned for more injury updates and lineup news for the Magic and the rest of the league.