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Magic’s trajectory could put Franz Wagner in the Blazers’ trade sights

The Portland Trail Blazers should try to trade for Orlando Magic star Franz Wagner.

By Jack Simone · Rip City Project

Published: Friday, 6 November 2026 at 2:00 PM

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Jack Simone argues that the Trail Blazers should pursue a trade for Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner.
Orlando has struggled to a 2-5 start amid injuries to key players Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs.
Wagner is averaging 20.3 points, 6.0 rebounds, and 7.6 assists per game this season.

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Rip City Project's Jack Simone argues that the Portland Trail Blazers should consider pursuing a trade for Orlando Magic forward Franz Wagner. Simone suggests that Orlando's disappointing 2-5 start and injuries to Paolo Banchero and Jalen Suggs could prompt a roster reset, creating an opportunity for Portland to bolster its playoff contention.

Simone proposes that Portland could potentially offer young players like Shaedon Sharpe, Scoot Henderson, or veteran Jrue Holiday alongside draft assets. While acknowledging that Orlando may not yet commit to a rebuild, the writer believes Wagner's playmaking, defense, and scoring would significantly strengthen Portland's lineup.

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Magic’s trajectory could put Franz Wagner in the Blazers’ trade sights

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