The Toronto Raptors are at home on Monday night as they host the Orlando Magic in an Eastern Conference showdown.
Toronto enters Monday’s game with a 19-14 record after defeating the Golden State Warriors at home in overtime on Sunday.
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Toronto Raptors forward Scottie Barnes (4)Mandatory Credit: John E. Sokolowski-Imagn Images
In Sunday’s victory over the Warriors, Scottie Barnes led the way for the Raptors as he recorded 23 points, 25 rebounds and 10 assists while Immanuel Quickley added 27 points, four rebounds and seven assists of his own.
Now Toronto will try to grab another victory on the second night of a back-to-back on Monday as they face off against the Magic in a tough matchup.
On the other side, Orlando enters Monday’s contest with an 18-14 record after defeating the Denver Nuggets at home on Saturday night.
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Orlando Magic guard Anthony Black (0)Jeremy Reper-Imagn Images
Anthony Black led the way for the Magic in Saturday’s victory as he ended the game with 38 points, six rebounds and five assists while Desmond Bane recorded 24 points and six 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
Orlando has listed Suggs as doubtful due to a left hip contusion and he is expected to miss his sixth consecutive contest.
With Suggs likely to be sidelined once again on Monday, Black and Tyus Jones will likely continue to have increased roles.
Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner (22)© Matt Pendleton-Imagn Images
The Magic have ruled out Wagner as he continues to recover from a high left ankle sprain while Moritz Wagner has also been ruled out as he continues to recover from ACL surgery.
Goga Bitadze has been listed as questionable due to a left knee strain and he is in danger of missing his fourth consecutive game.
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Raptors Injury Report, Will RJ Barrett, Jakob Poeltl Play?
On the other side, the Raptors have three players listed on their injury report, including both RJ Barrett and Jakob Poeltl.
Toronto Raptors guard RJ Barrett (9) and Milwaukee Bucks forward Giannis Antetokounmpo (34).Jeff Hanisch-Imagn Images
Toronto has ruled out Barrett due to rest as he will sit out the second night of their back-to-back after returning from a 15-game absence due to right knee sprain on Sunday.
With Barrett sidelined, Ja’Kobe Walter, Ochai Agbaji and Gradey Dick could all be in line for increased roles.
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The Raptors have also ruled out Poeltl once again due to a back injury as he will miss his fourth consecutive contest.
Toronto Raptors center Jakob Poeltl (19)Brett Davis-Imagn Images
With Poeltl sidelined, Sandro Mamukelashvili will likely draw another start in his place while Mo Bamba, who the Raptors signed on Sunday, could have a large role off the bench.
Collin Murray-Boyles has been listed as questionable with an illness and he is in danger of missing his third consecutive contest.
Fans can catch Monday night’s matchup between the Magic and Raptors from Toronto at 7:30 p.m. EST.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Dec 29, 2025, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.