Bane was ejected in the third quarter of Tuesday's game against the Hawks after being assessed both a Flagrant 1 foul and a technical foul, Lauren L. Williams of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution reports.
Bane was tossed with 5:24 remaining in the third and will finish the game with nine points (2-6 FG, 2-4 3Pt, 3-5 FT), two rebounds, two assists and one steal across 23 minutes. With the 27-year-old swingman unavailable, Anthony Black and Jase Richardson are candidates for increased minutes the rest of the way.
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Magic's Desmond Bane: Limited scoring impact in big win
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Bane recorded five points (2-6 FG, 1-3 3Pt), five assists and two steals in 20 minutes during Saturday's 125-94 victory over the Wizards.
Bane finished in single digits for the second straight game Saturday, though it didn't impact the Magic's dominant win. Acquired from the Grizzlies this offseason to bolster perimeter scoring, the sharpshooting guard has struggled to find his rhythm, connecting on just 25.8 percent of his attempts from deep. Through seven games, the 27-year-old is averaging 14.6 points, 4.0 rebounds and 3.7 assists -- all notable declines from his 2024-25 production.
Bane fouled out of Monday's 136-124 loss to the 76ers, finishing with 24 points (10-17 FG, 2-7 3Pt, 2-2 FT), three rebounds and one assist over 34 minutes.
Bane fouled out for the first time in two seasons Monday, and he definitely picked up some frustration fouls along the way while seemingly perturbed by Tyrese Maxey getting the better of him all game long. He also struggled from distance, which has been a team-wide trend for Orlando over the past two games when the Magic has converted just 22.4 percent of their three-point looks.
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Magic's Desmond Bane: Dishes five assists in loss
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Bane posted 15 points (5-14 FG, 1-8 3Pt, 4-5 FT), seven rebounds and five assists across 33 minutes in Friday's 111-107 loss to Atlanta.
Bane did not shoot well from beyond the arc Friday, but was able to provide value in the rebounds and assists categories. With Jalen Suggs (knee) doubtful to play in the second leg of a back-to-back, Bane may be tasked with more playmaking responsibilities as the Magic take on the Bulls on Saturday.
Magic's Desmond Bane: Nets 23 points with two swats
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Bane registered 23 points (7-18 FG, 3-7 3Pt, 6-6 FT), four rebounds, three assists, two blocks and four turnovers in 33 minutes during Wednesday's 125-121 season-opening win over Miami.
The Magic struggled mightily from beyond the arc last season, which is why they brought in Bane, who is a career 41-percent three-point sniper. He looked comfortable working in Orlando's offense Wednesday night, did a nice job spreading the floor, and really took over late when it mattered most to help deliver the win for the Magic. He's all set up for a big year with Orlando.
Bane (rest) will be available for Thursday's preseason game against the Pelicans, Cody Taylor of USA Today reports.
Head coach Jamahl Mosley did not reveal his plans for Thursday's rotation, but he doesn't anticipate anyone sitting out for rest purposes. Bane is still searching for his rhythm with his new team, as he's shooting 38.5 percent from the field through two exhibitions.
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