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Magic Center Moe Wagner diagnosed with torn ACL

Orlando Magic v Milwaukee Bucks MILWAUKEE, WISCONSIN - DECEMBER 21: Moritz Wagner #21 of the Orlando Magic handles the ball during a game against the Milwaukee Bucks at Fiserv Forum on December 21, 2023 in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. NOTE TO USER: User expressly acknowledges and agrees that, by downloading and or using this photograph, User is consenting to the terms and conditions of the Getty Images License Agreement. (Photo by Stacy Revere/Getty Images) (Stacy Revere/Getty Images)

ORLANDO, Fla. — The Orlando Magic released information today announcing that Moritz Wagner, the backup center and focal point of the second team, will miss the remainder of the 2024-25 season with a torn ACL.

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He sustained the injury during the first quarter in a rivalry game against the Miami Heat.

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Moritz, brother of 1st round pick Franz Wagner, was having a terrific season through 30 games, ranking second in points off the bench with an average of 12.9 points.

The Magic will turn to 3rd string center Goga Bitadze to fill the backup center role.

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This is just another major incident in the Orlando Magic’s injury-plagued season, with stars Franz Wagner and Paolo Banchero out with torn oblique injuries.

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