01/29/2026, 9:37 PM

Another absence coming

Wagner's absence will be a fifth straight Friday. The Magic appear to be taking a cautious approach with the star forward, who isn't taking contact in practice as he tries to get the injury fully resolved. Anthony Black has thrived in 2025-26 and remains locked into the starting lineup at least until Wagner is finally ready to return.

01/29/2026, 7:38 PM

Continues handling bench role

Despite the absence of Franz Wagner (ankle), da Silva remains stuck in a reserve role. Da Silva has come off the bench in six of his last seven contests, during which the forward has averaged a modest 6.9 points, 2.0 rebounds, 1.4 steals and 1.3 assists in 18.2 minutes per game.

01/29/2026, 5:06 PM

Dishes out nine assists in win

After being left out of the rotation in Saturday's 119-105 loss to the Cavaliers, Jones has since reclaimed a spot on the Magic's second unit. He handled an 18-minute workload in Monday's loss to Cleveland and saw similar playing time Wednesday on his way to finishing as Orlando's leading assist man. With Franz Wagner experienced renewed soreness in his left ankle and looking likely to miss additional time, Jones could have some staying power in the rotation for the time being. However, Jones will be a prime candidate to see his playing time get cut dramatically once Wagner returns and Orlando is back to full strength.