The Magic announced Tuesday that Suggs has been ruled out for the remainder of the 2024-25 campaign after undergoing successful arthroscopic surgery to remove a cartilage fragment in his left knee.
The procedure also involved a mosaicplasty to repair the trochlear joint surface. After missing 10 consecutive contests due to a back injury, Suggs returned to action Jan. 25 against the Pistons but played only 16 minutes before suffering what was initially described as a quadriceps contusion. In mid-February, Suggs was able to run again and appeared to be ramping up for game action, but he experienced discomfort in his left knee and was shut down after an MRI revealed that the point guard was dealing with a trochlea injury. The trio of Suggs, Paolo Banchero, and Franz Wagner played just six games together in 2024-25, with their poor health being a significant factor in the team's disappointing start to the campaign following a 47-win season. Suggs is expected to make a full recovery ahead of training camp in the fall.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Slated for surgery, no timetable
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The Magic announced Saturday that Suggs is slated to undergo arthroscopic surgery to remove a cartilage fragment in his left knee in the coming days and is out indefinitely, Shams Charania of ESPN reports.
After missing 10 straight games due to a back injury, Suggs returned to action Jan. 25 against the Pistons, but he played only 16 minutes before suffering what was initially described as a quadriceps contusion. In mid-February, Suggs was able to run again and appeared to be ramping up for game action, but he experienced discomfort in his left knee and was shut down after an MRI revealed that the point guard was dealing with a trochlea injury. While Suggs is without a specific return timetable, he seems unlikely to play again this season, but he's expected to make a full recovery. The trio of Paolo Banchero, Franz Wagner and Suggs have played just six games together this season.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Out indefinitely
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Suggs will be out indefinitely with a trochlea injury in his left knee, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Suggs underwent further evaluation, including an MRI, to determine the extent of the injury, and the guard won't be available until further notice following the exams. Suggs has missed the last 14 games due to what had been previously described as a quadriceps contusion, but he's been limited to just three appearances since the beginning of January. With Suggs out, Cole Anthony should remain in the starting point guard role, while Gary Harris and Anthony Black should also see extra minutes.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Timetable for return uncertain
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Head coach Jamahl Mosley said Wednesday that he has "no update" on Suggs' status, though the Magic haven't provided any indication that the point guard will miss the rest of the season, Mason Williams of SI.com reports.
Suggs has missed the last 13 games due to a left quad contusion, and Williams inferred from Mosley's comments that the 23-year-old remains limited to taking part in non-contact portions of practice. Until Suggs is able to resume taking contact, he'll remain without a definitive target date for a return. The defensive-minded guard has played in 35 games this season, averaging career-high numbers in points (16.2), rebounds (4.0), three-pointers (2.2) and steals (1.5) per game.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Listed out again
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Suggs (quadriceps) is listed as out for Tuesday's game against the Cavaliers.
Suggs will be sidelined for a 13th straight game and remains without a timetable for a return. He should be considered questionable at best for Thursday's game against Golden State.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Remains out Sunday
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Suggs (quadriceps) is out for Sunday's game against the Wizards, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Suggs will miss a 12th straight game with the injury, and there's no clarity on when he might return to the hardwood. The Magic will play against the Cavaliers on Tuesday, but it wouldn't be surprising if Suggs remains sidelined for a few more games at least.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Remains out Friday
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Suggs (quadricep) has been ruled out for Friday's game against the Grizzlies.
Suggs will miss his 11th consecutive contest due to a left quad contusion. There is no clear timetable for the 23-year-old's return, though his next chance to play will come Sunday against Washington. Anthony Black and Cole Anthony should continue to receive an uptick in playing time with Suggs on the shelf.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Out again Thursday
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Suggs (quadriceps) is out for Thursday's game against the Hawks, Mason Williams of SI.com reports.
Suggs will be sidelined for his 10th straight game, and the guard has missed 20 of Orlando's last 21 contests. Suggs was limited to the non-contact portions of Wednesday's practice, so it sounds like he's iffy at best to return Friday against the Grizzlies.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Remains limited in practice
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Head coach Jamahl Mosley said Tuesday that Suggs (quadricep) was able to run during practice but has yet to resume contact drills, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Suggs missed the club's last nine outings leading up to the All-Star break due to a left quad contusion, and his limitations during practice bode poorly for his chances of returning for Thursday's game against Atlanta. The fourth-year pro has delivered a career-best year thus far, though availability has been a glaring issue of late, as he has missed 19 of the Magic's last 20 games. If Suggs remains on the shelf for Thursday, Cole Anthony and Anthony Black could see increased roles.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Downgraded to out
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Suggs (quadriceps) is out for Wednesday's game against the Hornets, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
This is an expected update, considering Suggs was listed as doubtful for Wednesday. His next chance to suit up for the Magic will come Feb. 20 against the Hawks. With Suggs sidelined for a ninth straight game against Charlotte, Orlando should continue to ride a hot-hand approach with Cole Anthony in the starting lineup and Anthony Black from the bench.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Doubtful for Wednesday
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Suggs (quadriceps) is doubtful for Wednesday's game against Charlotte.
Suggs is expected to miss his ninth game in a row Wednesday. This will be the last game prior to the All-Star break, so it does make some sense for the Magic to exercise caution with the guard. Assuming he's out, Suggs' next chance to play will be Feb. 20 against Atlanta.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Won't go Monday
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Suggs (quadricep) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Hawks, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Suggs will miss his eighth consecutive contest Monday due to a left quad contusion. His last opportunity to suit up before the All-Star break will come Wednesday versus the Hornets. Cole Anthony and Anthony Black will likely continue to see a bump in playing time with Suggs on the shelf.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Ruled out Saturday
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Suggs (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Spurs, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
Suggs will miss his seventh consecutive game due to a left quadriceps contusion, and he has missed 15 of the Magic's last 16 games due to injury. Cole Anthony, Anthony Black and Kentavious Caldwell-Pope will continue to handle backcourt duties for the Magic due to Suggs' absence. Suggs' next opportunity to play will be Monday against the Hawks.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Doubtful for Saturday
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Suggs (quadricep) is listed as doubtful for Saturday's game against the Spurs.
Suggs is expected to miss his seventh consecutive contest due to a left quad contusion, and he has already missed 16 of the club's last 17 outings. If the point guard remains on the shelf, Cole Anthony and Anthony Black are candidates for increased roles.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Unlikely to play against Denver
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Suggs (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful for Thursday's game versus the Nuggets.
Suggs will likely miss his sixth straight contest Thursday due to a left quad contusion. Cole Anthony and Anthony Black should continue to receive increased roles if Suggs is ultimately downgraded to out against Denver.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: No-go Wednesday
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Suggs (quadriceps) won't play in Wednesday's game against Sacramento, Mason Williams of SI.com reports.
Suggs will be held out of a fifth straight contest due to a bruised left quad. In his absence, expect Anthony Black and Cole Anthony to see more action. Suggs' next chance to play will come Thursday against Denver.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Unlikely to play Wednesday
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Suggs (quadriceps) is listed as doubtful for Wednesday's game against the Kings, Jason Beede of the Orlando Sentinel reports.
It appears Suggs will miss a fifth straight game due to a left quadriceps bruise that he suffered in late January. The fourth-year guard has missed 14 of the Magic's last 15 games due to his current quad injury and a prior back issue, which has prevented Orlando from operating at full strength with Suggs, Paolo Banchero and Franz Wagner. Anthony Black should remain in the Magic's starting lineup Wednesday if Suggs is officially ruled out.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Officially out Monday
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Suggs (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Monday's game against the Warriors.
Suggs will mis his fourth straight matchup while tending to a left quad bruise. His next chance to suit up will come Wednesday in Sacramento.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Questionable for Monday
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Suggs (quadriceps) is questionable for Monday's game against the Warriors.
Following a 10-game absence due to a back issue, Suggs returned to action Jan. 25 against the Pistons but played only 16 minutes, recording eight points (3-8 FG), three assists, two rebounds and a steal, before exiting due to a quadriceps injury. The point guard has missed the past three games due to the new injury and was listed as questionable ahead of each of those contests. If Suggs remains sidelined Monday, Anthony Black would likely draw another start.
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Magic's Jalen Suggs: Ruled out against Utah
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Suggs (quadriceps) has been ruled out for Saturday's game against the Jazz.
Suggs will miss a third straight game Saturday as he deals with a left quadriceps contusion. The rising star returned to the floor for the Magic recently after a 10-game absence but is now on the mend again after playing 16 minutes in a win over the Pistons. Anthony Black will likely remain in the starting lineup with the 23-year-old Suggs unable to play in Utah.
