The Orlando Magic are at home on Sunday afternoon as they host the New Orleans Pelicans in an interconference matchup.
Orlando enters Sunday’s game with a 21-18 record after losing at home to the Philadelphia 76ers at home on Friday night.
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Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane (3)Mike Watters-Imagn Images
In Friday’s loss to the 76ers, Desmond Bane led the way for the Magic as he recorded 23 points, five rebounds and five assists while Anthony Black added 21 points and four assists of his own.
Now Orlando will try to bounce back at home on Sunday as they face off against a struggling Pelicans team.
On the other side, New Orleans enters Sunday’s contest with a 9-31 record after defeating the Washington Wizards on the road on Friday night.
New Orleans Pelicans guard Trey Murphy III (25)Brett Davis-Imagn Images
Trey Murphy III led the way for the Pelicans in Friday’s loss as he ended the game with 35 points, eight rebounds and four assists while Zion Williamson recorded 31 points and four rebounds.
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While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Sunday afternoon’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Pelicans Injury Report, Will Herb Jones, Saddiq Bey Play?
For the Pelicans, they have four players listed on their injury report, including both Herb Jones and Saddiq Bey.
New Orleans Pelicans forward Herbert Jones (2)Stephen Lew-Imagn Images
New Orleans has ruled out Jones due to a right ankle sprain as he will miss his third consecutive contest.
With Jones sidelined, Bryce McGowens could draw another start in his place while Karlo Matkovic could also have an increased role.
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New Orleans Pelicans guard Saddiq Bey (41)John Hefti-Imagn Images
The Pelicans have also ruled out Jose Alvarado and Dejounte Murray as they continue to recover from injuries while Bey has been listed as doubtful and is expected to be sidelined once again due to a right hip flexor strain.
Magic Injury Report, Will Jalen Suggs, Moritz Wagner Play?
On the other side, the Magic have four players listed on their injury report, including both Jalen Suggs and Moritz Wagner.
Orlando Magic guard Jalen SuggsNathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Orlando has ruled out Suggs due to a right MCL contusion as he will miss his fifth consecutive game.
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With Suggs still sidelined, Black will likely continue to start in his place while Tyus Jones could also have an increased role.
The Magic have also ruled out Franz Wagner as he remains sidelined due to a high left ankle sprain while Tristan da Silva has been listed as questionable with back spasms.
Magic F Moritz “Moe” Wagner© Kyle Ross-Imagn Images
The good news for the Magic is that Moe Wagner has been listed as probable and is expected to make his season debut after being sidelined to begin the year while recovering from ACL surgery.
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Fans can catch Sunday afternoon’s matchup between the Pelicans and Magic from Orlando at 3:00 p.m. EST.
This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Jan 11, 2026, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.