Jalen Suggs Injury Status Update for March 23rd, 2026
Jalen Suggs of the Magic has been ruled out and will not play today. Jalen was previously listed as Available before being officially ruled out.
This will be the 22nd game Jalen has missed this season.
Jalen Suggs Season Averages
Jalen's absence leaves a significant hole in the Magic rotation. Across 46 games this season, he's averaging 13.6 points, 3.8 rebounds, and 5.2 assists per game while playing 26.9 minutes per night.
| MPG | PPG | RPG | APG | FGA |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26.9 | 13.6 | 3.8 | 5.2 | 11.2 |
Magic Performance With & Without Jalen Suggs
The numbers tell a clear story about Jalen's value to the Magic. With Jalen in the lineup this season, the team is 27-20. Without him, they've gone 11-12. The Magic's net rating is 6.8 points worse per 100 possessions when Jalen plays, which is a substantial gap. Interestingly, the offense has actually been slightly more efficient without him (112.6 vs 114.9), though that can be a small-sample anomaly.
| With | Without | Diff | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Record | 27-20 | 11-12 | — |
| Off Rating | 114.9 | 112.6 | -2.4 |
| Def Rating | 111.9 | 116.4 | +4.5 |
| Net Rating | 3.0 | -3.9 | -6.8 |
| PPG | 116.6 | 112.7 | -3.9 |
Which Teammates Benefit Without Jalen Suggs?
When Jalen sits, other Magic players see increased opportunities. Based on this season's data, Jase Richardson and Anthony Black stand to benefit the most from his absence.
When Jalen has been out this season, Jase Richardson has averaged 5.2 more points per game, 4.0 additional field goal attempts and 9.2 extra minutes.
PPG: +5.2 | FGA: +4.0 | MPG: +9.2
When Jalen has been out this season, Anthony Black has averaged 4.0 more points per game.
PPG: +4.0
Jalen Suggs Betting Trends
For bettors, Jalen's absence has historically had a measurable impact on the Magic's lines and related player props. Here are the most notable trends when Jalen has been out this season:
💰 Betting Trends (without Suggs) Desmond Bane 3PM UNDER: 15-6 (+9.4u, 2.1 / -103 avg. line) Desmond Bane STL UNDER: 10-4 (+8.2u, 0.9 / +109 avg. line)
Full Injury Report — Jalen Suggs'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:
Pacers @ Magic - March 23, 2026 Indiana Pacers: Ivica Zubac (Out) Andrew Nembhard (Questionable) Johnny Furphy (Out) Tyrese Haliburton (Out) Pascal Siakam (Questionable) Orlando Magic: Jalen Suggs (Out) Franz Wagner (Out)
We'll continue to monitor Jalen's status and provide updates as they become available. Check back for the latest injury news and lineup updates for the Magic.