The Orlando Magic are on the road on Monday night as they travel to take on the Golden State Warriors in an interconference matchup.
Orlando enters Monday’s game with a 16-12 record after defeating the Utah Jazz on the road in overtime on Saturday night.
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Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane (3)Brett Davis-Imagn Images
In Saturday’s victory over the Jazz, Desmond Bane led the way for the Magic as he recorded 32 points and six rebounds while Paolo Banchero added 23 points, nine rebounds and nine assists of his own.
Now Orlando will try to grab another victory on the road on Monday night as they travel to take on the Warriors in a tough matchup.
On the other side, Golden State enters Monday’s contest with a 14-15 record after defeating the Phoenix Suns at home on Saturday night.
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Golden State Warriors guard Stephen Curry (30)© Robert Edwards-Imagn Images
Stephen Curry led the way for the Warriors in Saturday’s victory as he ended the game with 28 points, 10 rebounds and six assists while Jimmy Butler recorded 25 points and two assists.
While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Monday night’s matchup, both squads may be without multiple key players due to injuries.
Magic Injury Report, Will Jalen Suggs, Franz Wagner Play?
For the Magic, they have four players listed on their injury report, including both Jalen Suggs and Franz Wagner.
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Orlando Magic guard Jalen SuggsNathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
Orlando has listed Suggs as doubtful due to a left hip contusion and he is expected to miss his third consecutive game.
With Suggs likely to be sidelined against the Warriors, Anthony Black and Tyus Jones could both continue to have increased roles.
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22)Nathan Ray Seebeck-Imagn Images
The Magic have ruled out Wagner due to a high left ankle sprain as he will miss his fifth consecutive contest while Mo Wagner has also been ruled out as he continues to recover from ACL surgery.
Tristan da Silva is listed as questionable with a right shoulder contusion and he is in danger of missing his third consecutive game.
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Warriors Injury Report, Will Jonathan Kuminga, Al Horford Play?
On the other side, the Warriors have only two players listed on their injury report, though Jonathan Kuminga is not one of them.
Golden State Warriors forward Jonathan Kuminga (1) © Eakin Howard-Imagn Images
Of course, Kuminga sat out Saturday’s victory over the Suns due to an illness but he is off the injury report and is expected to return on Monday against the Magic.
Golden State has ruled out Al Horford due to a right sciatic nerve issue that has caused him to miss their last six games.
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Golden State Warriors center-forward Al Horford (20)Credit: David Gonzales-Imagn Images
With Horford still sidelined, Quentin Post could be in line for a larger role once again behind Draymond Green.
The Warriors have also ruled out Seth Curry due to left glute injury management as he will miss his seventh consecutive contest.
Fans can catch Monday night’s matchup between the Magic and Warriors from the Chase Center at 10:00 p.m. EST.
This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Dec 22, 2025, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.