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Suggs has been sidelined since the first week of the season but could be back to take on the Bucks. Anthony Black has been incredible in his place, which could make it a tough decision as to who starts. It wouldn’t be surprising if Suggs’ minutes were limited in his first game back.

Back-to-Back great games against the Kings and the Jazz. He was aggressive in looking for his shot and it helped lead them to the win. This season, he’s been awesome from a statistical perspective and hitting his 3’s. The Magic are going to need to make a decision to trade one of their core places if they want to keep him around.

Black has scored in double figures in six of the seven games he’s played this season, and Tuesday’s 26 points were a new season high. With Jase Richardson replaced in the starting lineup by Jamal Cain, Black and Franz Wagner initiated even more of Orlando’s offense, and with great effect. The question now is whether Black will be made available for Wednesday’s game against the Jazz.

Due to cramping, Black left Saturday’s loss to the Warriors with just under three minutes remaining in overtime and did not return. He’ll take on his usual starting role on Tuesday night.

Black didn’t have a great night shooting the basketball, but his final stat line included seven defensive contributions and six assists. Unfortunately, the Magic guard was not on the floor for the second half of overtime, as cramping sidelined Black with 2:47 remaining in the period. Orlando doesn’t play again until Tuesday against the Kings; hopefully, that’s enough time for Black to rehydrate and play without any issues.

Black has reached double figures in three of his four games this season, and Sunday’s point total is a new season-high. The overall stat line was very good, with the Magic guard shooting high percentages from the field and the foul line and offering solid value in rebounds and steals. Black will continue to start until Paolo Banchero (ankle) returns, making him worth adding if he’s still on your league’s waiver wire.

While Black has been listed at the small forward when they list the starting lineups, he’s effectively the point guard on offense and a wing on defense. He’s proven that he can be a starting point guard in the NBA and in dynasty leagues, his value is very secure. In redraft leagues, if he’s on your waiver wire, he should be worth grabbing until Jalen Suggs comes back.

Already without Paolo Banchero, the Magic lost Jalen Suggs (knee) during Sunday’s win over the Knicks. His absence pushes Black into the starting lineup. Also, Richardson remains in the starting lineup, but those who added Tristan da Silva recently shouldn’t worry, as he’ll play plenty.

Black missed the pregame shootaround for personal reasons, but he’s good to go for Wednesday’s game. With Jalen Suggs (knee) out, he’ll likely start at point guard for Orlando for the foreseeable future. Make sure he isn’t sitting on your league’s waiver wire.

The expectation is that Black will be back with the team to play, but they’re still listing him as questionable. With Jalen Suggs (knee) set to miss a couple weeks, Black has a chance to start if he suits up tonight. If something changes, Jase Richardson, who is already starting, should take on more minutes. Tristan da Silva could enter the starting unit, with Franz Wagner taking on the point guard duties.