Orlando Magic consider trading Franz Wagner after disappointing season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 9, 2026, 11:40 PM
Last updated Jun 9, 2026
The Orlando Magic face critical decisions this offseason following a third consecutive first-round exit in the playoffs. With new head coach Sean Sweeney taking over, speculation arises about reshuffling the roster, particularly regarding star forward Franz Wagner. Wagner, set to earn a rookie max extension, posted solid averages of 20.6 points, 5.2 rebounds, and 3.3 assists during the 2025-26 season. However, analysts suggest he may not be pivotal enough to retain, especially compared to fellow player Paolo Banchero, the No. 1 draft pick in 2022. A potential trade could help the team gain draft capital and improve spacing for Banchero and other key players.
- •Magic suffered a third straight first-round playoff exit in 2025-26.
- •New head coach Sean Sweeney aims to lead the team forward.
- •Franz Wagner averages 20.6 points per game in the recently concluded season.
- •Speculation arises regarding Wagner's potential trade to improve the roster.
- •Roster changes might help the team regain draft capital and improve spacing.
- 11:40 PMYahoo Sports — Orlando Magic urged to break up core, trade away $224 million franchise star
"The Orlando Magic have some big decisions to make this offseason and one writer thinks it's inevitable that the team moves a key piece.
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