WENDELL CARTER JR. NEWS

Records double-double in defeat Carter supplied 12 points (5-10 FG, 0-4 3Pt, 2-4 FT), 10 rebounds, one assist and two steals over 34 minutes during Tuesday's 120-89 loss to the Celtics in Game 5 of the first roun...

Impact Although the Magic were bounced out of the playoffs in shirt order, Carter enjoyed success against a tough Boston frontcourt, posting some of his best rebound totals of the season. Low shot volume resulted in only two double-doubles during the series, but he averaged 10.8 rebounds over the five-game set. Moritz Wagner's season-ending knee injury opened the door for Carter to emerge as a full-time starter, and he should begin next season with the first unit if he remains with the team.

2 HOURS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Defending champion Celtics close out Magic to move on to Eastern Conference semis

The Boston Celtics pulled away after Magic star Paolo Banchero went to the bench with five fouls, beating Orlando 120-89 in Game 5 of their...

8 HOURS AGO

Defending champion Celtics close out Magic 120-89 for 4-1 playoff series win

Jayson Tatum had 35 points, 10 assists and eight rebounds, and the Boston Celtics pulled away after Magic star Paolo Banchero went to the bench with five fouls, beating Orlando 120...

9 HOURS AGO • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Grabs team-high 11 boards Carter ended Sunday's 107-98 loss to the Celtics in Game 4 of the first round of the Eastern Conference playoffs with nine points (4-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 1-2 FT), 11 rebounds, three assi...

Impact Carter made his presence felt in Game 4 by crashing the glass, as he led his team in that category with 11. The veteran big man has recorded 11 or more rebounds in three of the last four games. The Duke product averaged 7.2 rebounds per game during the regular season, which is one of the lowest totals of his career.

1 DAY AGO • ROTOWIRE

Jayson Tatum, Celtics overpower Magic in final four minutes Orlando tied the score at 91 on a Wendell Carter Jr. putback with 4:18 to play, but the reigning NBA champions scored 10 of the next 11 poin...

2 DAYS AGO • USATODAY.COM

Double-doubles in Game 3 win Carter had 10 points (4-8 FG, 0-1 3Pt, 2-2 FT), 12 rebounds, one assist and one block across 31 minutes during Friday's 95-93 victory over the Celtics in Game 3 of the first round...

Impact Carter recorded his first double-double of the series, albeit a modest one. Despite having nailed down the starting center position, Carter has been far from dominant. Through the first three games, Carter is averaging 10.0 points, 11.0 rebounds and 1.0 blocks in 30.6 minutes per game.

4 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Misses out on double-double Carter racked up 16 points (6-8 FG, 3-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), eight rebounds and one assist across 33 minutes during Wednesday's 109-100 loss to the Celtics in Game 2 of the first round of...

Impact After scoring just four points in Game 1, Carter converted all three of his three-point attempts in Game 2 and was Orlando's third-leading scorer. Carter averaged 7.2 rebounds per game during the regular season but is averaging 10.5 boards per contest so far in the playoffs.

5 DAYS AGO • ROTOWIRE

Grabs 13 rebounds in loss Carter chipped in four points (2-6 FG, 0-2 3Pt) and 13 rebounds in 28 minutes during Sunday's 103-86 loss to the Celtics in Game 1 of the first round of the Eastern Conference play...

Impact Carter struggled to get going offensively in Game 1 in Boston, finishing with only four points. However, he did make an impact on the glass, grabbing a team-high 13 rebounds. Unfortunately, the Celtics proved to be too much to handle for the Magic in this series opener, resulting in Orlando losing convincingly on the road.

APRIL 21 • ROTOWIRE

Wagner and the Magic visit Boston to begin playoffs

The Boston Celtics host the Orlando Magic to begin the Eastern Conference first round

APRIL 19 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Productive in win Carter provided 19 points (8-12 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 2-4 FT), seven rebounds, two assists and two blocks in 26 minutes during Tuesday's 120-95 Play-In Game victory over the Hawks.

Impact This was Carter's highest-scoring performance since Feb. 6. Games like this have been few and far between, however. For the regular season, Carter finished outside the top-150 in nine-category formats with averages of 9.2 points, 7.2 rebounds, 2.0 assists, 0.8 steals, 0.6 blocks and 0.6 three-pointers in 29.6 minutes per game.

APRIL 16 • ROTOWIRE

2025 NBA Play-In Tournament highlights: Warriors, Magic clinch playoff berths

Here are all the highlights from Day 1 of the NBA play-in tournament.

APRIL 16

Will play Sunday Carter (hip) is available for Sunday's game against the Hawks.

Impact Carter and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope (knee) will play, while Franz Wagner (knee) and Paolo Banchero (ankle) will not. It's unclear if Carter will play the entire game after sitting out Friday's win in Indiana for rest purposes.

APRIL 13 • ROTOWIRE

Questionable for season finale Carter (hip) is listed as questionable for Sunday's game against the Hawks, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.

Impact Carter didn't play in Friday's game against the Pacers due to a right hip contusion, and it was the first game he had missed since Nov. 25. However, with Orlando locked in as the seventh seed in the East, Carter and the rest of the starters could be held out of Sunday's regular-season finale. Carter's absence would mean more playing time for Jonathan Isaac and Goga Bitadze.

APRIL 12 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando takes road win streak into matchup with Atlanta

Orlando will try to keep its six-game road win streak alive when the Magic take on Atlanta

APRIL 12 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Out for Friday Carter (hip) will not play Friday against the Pacers.

Impact Carter will be sidelined for the first time since Nov. 25. He was previously carrying a questionable tag, so presumably, he's day-to-day. It remains to seen if he'll play Sunday against the Hawks for the final game of the season. In the meantime, Jonathan Isaac and Goga Bitadze will likely soak up some additional minutes.

APRIL 11 • ROTOWIRE

Orlando faces Indiana, aims for 6th straight road win

Orlando is looking to prolong its five-game road win streak with a victory over Indiana

APRIL 11 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Questionable for Friday Carter (hip) has been listed as questionable for Friday's game against the Pacers.

Impact Carter is dealing with a right hip issue, which could result in him missing Friday's game in Indiana. If he's ruled out, Jonathan Issac and Goga Bitadze will likely get more minutes on the floor.

APRIL 10 • ROTOWIRE

Fills stat sheet admirably Carter ended Tuesday's 119-112 victory over the Hawks with 17 points (6-9 FG, 1-3 3Pt, 4-6 FT), nine rebounds, two assists, three blocks and six steals across 37 minutes.

Impact Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner led the way for the Magic on the offensive end of the court, but Orlando wouldn't have secured the victory without the impressive contributions of Carter. Not only did the big man fill the stat sheet, but he also recorded two or more tallies in each of the five major categories, and he established new season-high marks in both steals and blocks. He's averaging 10.5 points, 7.1 rebounds, 1.1 assists, 0.9 steals and 1.3 blocks per contest over his last 10 outings.

APRIL 9 • ROTOWIRE

Banchero has 33 points and 10 rebounds as Magic turn back Hawks 119-112

Paolo Banchero had 33 points and 10 rebounds and the Orlando Magic beat the Atlanta Hawks 119-112, taking command of the four-team play-in tournament race in the Eastern Conference

APRIL 9 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Paolo Banchero shines in potential Play-In Tournament preview vs. Hawks Jason Beede: FINAL: #Magic 119, Hawks 112 Orlando secures a crucial win over Atlanta behind 33 points from Paolo Banchero, 22 from Franz Wag...

APRIL 9 • HOOPSHYPE.COM

Ties season highs in defeat Carter finished Monday's 96-87 loss to the Clippers with nine points (4-11 FG, 0-3 3Pt, 1-2 FT), four rebounds, three steals, two blocks and one assist over 31 minutes.

Impact Carter stuffed the stat sheet on the defensive end Monday, tying his season highs in both blocks and steals during the loss. Additionally, the big man recorded multiple swipes and swats for the first time this season. However, the 25-year-old was inefficient from the field, and he has shot only 39.7 percent from the floor across his last eight outings.

APRIL 1 • ROTOWIRE

Logs 12 points in loss Carter supplied 12 points (5-10 FG, 1-4 3Pt, 1-1 FT), five rebounds, two blocks and one assist across 28 minutes during Thursday's 101-92 loss to Dallas.

Impact Carter delivered a fairly efficient performance from the field after shooting only 40.0 percent in his last two appearances, though he did struggle from downtown Thursday. Additionally, the 25-year-old swatted multiple shots for just the sixth time through 61 regular-season outings. The big man posted double-digit points for the fourth game out of his last six, during which he has averaged 10.8 points, 9.3 rebounds and 1.2 blocks across 28.2 minutes per contest.

MARCH 28 • ROTOWIRE

Records double-double Carter amassed 16 points (7-13 FG, 2-4 3Pt), 12 rebounds, one assist and two blocks in 29 minutes during Friday's 120-105 win over the Wizards.

Impact Carter moved into the starting lineup after the All-Star break, and while this was only his third double-double over his last 15 appearances, it was also the second time he achieved this feat in the Magic's past three games. It's hard to trust Carter in most fantasy formats from a scoring perspective, especially since he holds a secondary role in Jamahl Mosley's scheme. Still, he's finding ways to remain productive, particularly in a position where the drop in talent is sizable after the elite options.

MARCH 22 • ROTOWIRE

Banchero scores 30 as Magic cruise past Wizards, 120-105

Paolo Banchero scored 30 points and the Orlando Magic eased to a 120-105 victory over the Washington Wizards

MARCH 22 • ASSOCIATED PRESS

Wendell Carter helps Magic in more ways than one despite down year The center has played a variety roles, but in one of their top performances this year he showed his importance on both ends.

MARCH 18 • ORLANDOSENTINEL.COM