The Orlando Magic are on the road on Tuesday night as they travel to take on the Washington Wizards in an Eastern Conference matchup.
Orlando enters Tuesday’s game with a 20-16 record after defeating the Indiana Pacers at home on Sunday.
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Orlando Magic guard Desmond Bane (3)Mike Watters-Imagn Images
In Sunday’s victory over the Pacers, Desmond Bane led the way for the Magic as he recorded 31 points, six rebounds and six assists while Paolo Banchero added 28 points, 12 rebounds and five assists of his own.
Now Orlando will try to grab another victory on the road on Tuesday as they face off against a struggling Wizards team.
On the other side, Washington enters Tuesday’s contest with a 9-25 record after losing at home to the Minnesota Timberwolves on Sunday.
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Washington Wizards guard CJ McCollum (3)Kevin Jairaj-Imagn Images
C.J. McCollum led the way for the Wizards in Sunday’s loss as he ended the game with 20 points and three rebounds while Tre Johnson recorded 13 points and three assists.
While both teams are looking to pick up a victory in Tuesday 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 three 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 an MCL contusion in his right knee and he is expected to miss his second consecutive contest.
With Suggs likely to be sidelined on Tuesday, Anthony Black and Tyus Jones may both be in line for larger roles once again.
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 also remains sidelined while recovering from ACL surgery.
Wizards Injury Report, Will Kyshawn George, Corey Kispert Play?
On the other side, the Wizards also have three players listed on their injury report, including both Kyshawn George and Corey Kispert.
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Kyshawn GeorgeScott Kinser-Imagn Images
Washington has ruled out George due to a left hip flexor strain as he will miss his sixth consecutive game.
With George still sidelined, Bub Carrington, Johnson and Justin Champagnie will likely continue to have larger roles.
Washington Wizards forward Corey Kispert (24)Geoff Burke-Imagn Images
The Wizards have also ruled out Kispert due to left hamstring injury management while Cam Whitmore is sidelined indefinitely due to a blood clot in his right shoulder.
Fans can catch Tuesday night’s matchup between the Magic and Wizards from Capital One Arena at 7:00 p.m. EST.
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This story was originally published by Athlon Sports on Jan 6, 2026, where it first appeared in the NBA section. Add Athlon Sports as a Preferred Source by clicking here.