Magic Get Concerning Franz Wagner Injury News Amid Pistons Series
The Orlando Magic took a 3-1 lead over the Detroit Pistons with a 94-88 win in Game 4, but starting forward Franz Wagner left due to a right calf strain and his availability for Game 5 is uncertain. Wagner recorded 19 points, five rebounds, three assists, and four steals before exiting in the third quarter. The team awaits further evaluation to determine if he can play in the potential series-clinching Game 5 in Detroit. The game is scheduled for 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday.
- ▪Franz Wagner was diagnosed with a right calf strain after Game 4 against the Detroit Pistons.
- ▪His status for Game 5 is uncertain and will depend on his response to treatment, according to ESPN's Shams Charania.
- ▪Wagner scored 19 points and had four steals before leaving the game in the third quarter.
- ▪Orlando leads the series 3-1 after defeating Detroit 94-88 in Game 4.
- ▪Game 5 is set for 7 p.m. ET on Wednesday in Detroit.
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By Matt AudiletContributing Sports WriterShareNewsweek is a Trust Project memberSee more of our trusted coverage when you search.Prefer Newsweek on Googleto see more of our trusted coverage when you search.The No. 8 seed Orlando Magic took a 3-1 series lead over the No. 1 seed Detroit Pistons with a 94-88 Game 4 victory on Monday night.But as the Magic head back to Detroit for a potential closeout game against the Eastern Conference's top seed, they could be without starting forward Franz Wagner.Wagner was diagnosed with a right calf strain in the aftermath of Monday night's Game 4 victory.
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