Franz Wagner's Status Uncertain for Game 5 Against Pistons
Sources: Magic's Wagner uncertain for Game 5
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Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner's availability for Game 5 against the Detroit Pistons is in doubt due to a right calf strain. His return will depend on treatment response, as the Magic lead the series 3-1 and aim to eliminate the top-seeded Pistons.
- 01Franz Wagner is listed as questionable for Game 5 due to a calf strain.
- 02He suffered the injury during Game 4, where he scored 19 points.
- 03Wagner's performance in the series includes an average of 16.8 points and 2.8 steals.
- 04The Magic can eliminate the Pistons with a win in Game 5.
- 05Wagner had previously missed significant time this season due to an ankle injury.
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Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner is uncertain for Game 5 against the Detroit Pistons due to a right calf strain. The injury occurred during the third quarter of the Magic's 94-88 victory in Game 4, where Wagner contributed 19 points, five rebounds, and four steals in 24 minutes. He is officially listed as questionable following an MRI on Tuesday, and his return will depend on how well the injury responds to treatment. The Magic currently lead the series 3-1 and can eliminate the top-seeded Pistons with a win in Detroit. Wagner has been pivotal in the series, averaging 16.8 points, 5.5 rebounds, 3.5 assists, and 2.8 steals. Earlier this season, he struggled with a left high ankle sprain that caused him to miss 47 of 51 games.
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Wagner's potential absence could significantly affect the Magic's chances of closing out the series against the Pistons, impacting fans and the team's playoff aspirations.
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