Moe Wagner Returns to Magic on New Deal, Eyes Strong Comeback
Moe Wagner is officially returning to the Orlando Magic, and that’s big news for Magic fans and NBA followers alike. The 6-foot-11 forward/center has agreed to a one-year, $5 million deal to stay in Orlando—a franchise that has come to feel like home for the German big man. It’s a bit of a full-circle moment after Orlando declined his $11 million option just last week. But let’s be honest—this reunion always felt inevitable.
Wagner was on track to have the best season of his NBA career before a torn ACL in December abruptly ended his 2024-25 campaign. In just 30 games, he put up career-best numbers: 12.9 points, 4.9 rebounds, and an impressive 36% from three. He was efficient, energetic, and impactful in under 19 minutes a game. His presence on the floor was a key factor in the Magic’s early season momentum.
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And it’s not just the numbers that make Moe valuable to Orlando. He’s the older brother of franchise cornerstone Franz Wagner, but Moe’s role is far from just being the sibling sidekick. He brings fire, grit, and a unique locker-room presence that aligns perfectly with head coach Jamahl Mosley’s culture. Moe is the guy who gets under opponents’ skin, dives for loose balls, and brings intensity to every minute he plays.
The Magic were smart here. With his Bird rights intact, they re-signed him without dipping into their mid-level exception or bi-annual tools—no cap gymnastics required. Yes, they’re dancing around the luxury tax line after adding Desmond Bane and Tyus Jones this offseason, but Moe’s re-signing fits snugly into their financial puzzle.
Despite still recovering from that ACL injury, Moe’s aiming to be ready by the start of next season. He’s said himself: it’s day-by-day, but the goal is clear—he wants to be on the court, making plays, and helping this young Magic squad push even further.
You’ve got to respect the journey. From being waived multiple times earlier in his career to becoming a reliable, culture-setting veteran in Orlando, Moe Wagner’s path in the league has been anything but linear. But now he’s back, and if he can return to form, the Magic might have pulled off one of the sneakier smart moves of the offseason.
Moe’s not just back—he’s back with purpose. And that makes the Orlando Magic just a little bit scarier.
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